JUSTIN BELL & LAZY SUSAN: You... Up In Lights

Justin Bell & Lazy Susan

You... Up In Lights

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americana rock & roll - counting crows meets wilco

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In January of 2003, Justin Bell dubbed his rotating gang of musical conspirators "Lazy Susan", and released his most complete work to date - "you...up in lights". Anchored by the drumming and vocal harmonies of longtime collaborator Ben Young, Lazy Susan provides the perfect backdrop for Justin's memorable, Americana-inspired song structures and guitar solos.

Easily accessible for fans of groups like the Jayhawks, Wilco, Counting Crows, and the Peacemakers, "you...up in lights" carries the listener through countless tales of a road-weary traveler. From the rocking chorus of the single "Tight Spot" to the gentle country swing of "One Taste", this record has something for everyone. Bell's playful vocal melodies enliven thoughtful lyrics: "I never knew much, about the open skies...but I can name all of the constellations in your eyes."

And the fun doesn't stop there! Check out the danceable blues number "Don't You Need Me", the buddy-time song "Kings of Nothing" (a song destined to be in a Farrelly Brothers movie soundtrack), and the flat-out rocker "On the Line", a song written about everyone's favorite time of day: being put on hold.

Shortly after the release of "you...up in lights", the Lazy Susan turned once again, with bassist Mike Dolbow and guitarist Rob Weaver joining the lineup. Suddenly the Lazy Susan live show became the thing to see in the Twin Cities of Minnesota, fueling a slew of gigs throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin and continuous sales of the new record. If you like the record, be sure to check out the web site, and catch Justin Bell and Lazy Susan when they visit your hometown!

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  • author: Amy E Mattis

    Just kind of freaky to know theres someone with the same name as me. Im from canada. Theres another Amy Mattis who is a Registered Nurse but I 'm not sure where shes from.

  • One of my Favorites
    author: Jimmy D from Serums

    Usually I hate new music, and espically bands that are shoving their cd's in my face. But I was pleasantly suprised by JB & LS, I play your guys' stuff before shows when you aren't at the club and people dig it. The staff at the club love you guys, see ya in May.

  • You would great in Dekalb, Illinois (Home of) The NIU Huskies !!!!!!
    author: Amy Mattis

    Excellent CD!! Highly Recommended!!

  • awesome awesome awesome!
    author: Angie

    I take back the comment about Sum 41, after listening to the CD more, like 6 times a day, it hasd definately won me over just as much, if not even more, than Sum 41; and the live shows are even better! Keep it up guys.

  • This cd rocks my world.
    author: Amy

    This is truelly a band who knows how to rock, if you don't believe me see them live.

  • it's awesome and i miss doc's kids!!!!!!!!!
    author: maureen

    i used to be friends with justin's little sister katie and then i moved to va. i wanted to hear some doc's kids (justin's original band) so i typed his name in on google. i found his new cd and i think its great. it reminds me of MN.

  • it's awesome and i miss doc's kids!!!!!!!!!
    author: maureen

    i used to be friends with justin's little sister katie and then i moved to va. i wanted to hear some doc's kids (justin's original band) so i typed his name in on google. i found his new cd and i think its great. it reminds me of MN.

  • Oh ya this is something good!
    author: Mary

    "One Taste" is not enough; once you start you can't stop listening!

  • this band is awesome
    author: Angie

    You Up in Lights is the coolest CD ever, well almost, sorry guys no one can win me over better than Sum 41 has, but this CD is the next best for sure!! I listen to it every morning and I love it. Keep it up guys!! Oh and the drummer, Ben, is especially awesome!!

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