"PSOI down unda 2004" [2004-8-12]

PSOI are returning to the land of footy this september for 3 shows. Spiral had such a blast on his solo tour last november that he's bringing the rest of the band back for shows in Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne. We're working on a show for Adelaide too, but haven't confirmed. Trifekta records are also releasing a single to coincide with the tour. "The Furnace Sun" includes 4 b sides, one of which is unreleased. check out www.trifekta.com.au for more info.

"Northwest tour dates confirmed" [2004-5-19]

good news for all you northwesters. we've lined up a few extra shows around the sasquatch festival. we're be hitting olympia, seattle, boise, and eugene. hope to see you there. the seattle show is a benefit for http://www.novoteleftbehind.net. please come out to support this dire cause. go to the tours page for more info.

"PSOI play Sasquatch"... [2004-5-3]

We're finally back from a good seven weeks of touring. Thanks to all who came on out to see us; we all had a blast. We met many new friends along the way and, hopefully, weÕll get back to all you soon. Speaking of soon... We are set to play the second annual Sasquatch Festival on Saturday, May 29th at the Gorge in Washington state. Come early, because we play early. Other shows are also being planned around this date, so check back soon for more info.

"Caught in the Rain CD released in UK"... [2004-4-26]

A five song CD ep has just been released by Domino in the UK. The CD includes the songs "Caught in the Rain," "Fresh Fudge," "At Kose," "Mere Psued Mag Ed," "Walk of a Gurl" (demo). Go to Domino for info on how to purchase this CD.

"EUROPE TOUR DATES CONFIRMED"... [2004-4-1]

No, it's not an April Fools joke, PSOI are touring Europe. Unfortunetly, the Spanish shows are not happening now, but we're trying to sort something out for the Summer. Check out the tours section for full schedule.

"PSOI coming to Europe"... [2004-3-9]

We're finally sorting out our European tour dates. Looks like we'll be hitting the road with our old friends the Shins for a week of shows and then doing a bunch on our own in Scandinavia and the UK. Check tours for more info.

"North American tour dates confirmed"... [2004-3-7]

PSOI will be hitting the road on Wednesday. We've just confirmed the Houston, Detroit, Phoenix, and Philly shows. Check tours for more info. See you soon.

"Monsoon out today"... [2004-2-17]

The new PSOI record "Monsoon" is released in North America and Europe today. If you live in Seattle, come on down to the Ballard Sonic Boom Records store to hear Spiral play all the hits solo. Show time is 8pm. ALSO... The videos for "Caught in the Rain" and "Line it Up" are now available online on the Matador, Domino, and Trifekta websites.

"New Tour Dates Confirmed"... [2004-2-15]

Most of the North American tour dates have now been confirmed. Please note that the Seattle show originally for 3/9 is now on 3/4. If you have bought tickets already, please call the Crocodile on how to exchange. Europe dates to be announced shortly. Go to Tours for more info...

"Spiral solo at Sonic Boom"... [2004-2-4]

To celebrate the release of "Monsoon", Spiral will be playing a special solo acoustic show at Seattle's Sonic Boom Records on February 17th at 8pm. Hope to see you there... Go to Tours for more info.

"Monsoon Tour Dates"... [2004-2-1]

We're still trying to put together our North American and European tour dates. All we can tell you now are the list of cities we are slated to play. Check back soon for the confirmed shows as they go online. Go to Tours for more info.

"PSOI play SXSW"... [2004-1-30]

We are playing the Matador Records showcase at this years South By Southwest music festival on March 18th. Other bands on the bill include Mission of Burma, Pretty Girls Make Graves, and Seachange. Also in Austin, on March 20th, We'll be playing a free in-store at Urban Outfitters as well as a performance at the Porchlight BBQ. Come on down to see the C'dog in his home town glory... Go to Tours for more info.

"Monsoon out down unda"... [2004-1-18]

The Trifekta version of "Monsoon" is out now in Australia. The first 1000 copies include the bonus bootleg disc "Live in Chicago 2003". Order your copies here.

"Caught in the Rain" new MP3 up... [2004-1-12]

Another sneak peak of a track from "MONSOON". Go to "Caught in the Rain" Stay tuned for more to come soon.

"Happy New Year from PSOI"... [2004-1-1]

Hi, we're finally back from Australia. Thanks to all who came to the shows and hopefully we'll be back real soon. We had an amazing time. Stay tuned for the tour diary. Back in this part of the world... we've just finished up the videos to "Line it Up" and "Caught in the Rain"... both of which will be exclusively available on the Matador release of MONSOON (OUT FEB. 17). In tour news... we're lining up some March dates for North America followed by Europe dates in April. Developing...

"Adelaide show announced"... [2003-11-29]

Spiral returns to the home of Coopers Sparking, not to mention the worlds greatest pub rock band (AC/DC). For those lucky few who live in South Australia, come on out on December 20th to the Jade Monkey, we'll try not to mention Jony Wilkinson too many times. Go Port!

"Get Your Crayons Out!" new MP3 up... [2003-11-13]

Take a exclusive sneak peak at one of the upcoming tracks from "MONSOON". Go to "Get Your Crayons Out!" More soon...

Spiral solo tour down under... [2003-11-1]

Spiral embarks on a solo tour starting this November 20th in majestic Melbourne, Victoria. With the Rugby World Cup winding down and the cricket just getting starting, it's gonna be an exciting time had for all. Plus Fitzroy's finest Gersey are headlining the whole sordid affair.

See tour schedule.

Check out Gersey.com for tix, prices, etc.

New record "Monsoon" out Feb 17th 2004 [2003-10-1]

The new Preston School of Industry record, Monsoon, is completed with a worldwide release date set for February 17, 2004 (Matador/Domino/Trifekta).

Written and produced by Spiral Stairs with valuable assistance from Preston School alum Dan Carr, Chris Heinrich, and Mathew Zeek Harris (not to mention a few surprise special guests), all tracks were recorded and mixed this past summer in sunny Seattle, Washington.

Here's a piece in Pitchfork: Pitchforkmedia.com
As well as info. from the labels:
Matadorrecords.com
Domino.com
Trifekta.com.au

Split single with Gersey out now on Trifekta [2003-10-1]

Meanwhile, a new split single with the Australian band Gersey will be released on October 13th. The record includes a pre-mixed version of the Monsoon track, "Caught in the Rain," along with Gersey's, "Roll out the Heartbreakers". Order now!

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