Spring Clock Wonder

Download Spring Clock Wonder "The Astronaut's Lunchbox Pt. 1 & 2" (Covers Collection) Right now, FOR FREE!

2010-04-11T01:00:00.000-07:00

Welcome to The Astronaut’s Lunchbox....

A collection of 22 cover’s that you can download for free.

Go to: http://springclockwonder.com/covers.html

12 Songs were picked by the fans via an online poll. The other 10 were hand picked by myself as a bit of bonus fun. Complete with special guests, mistakes, off notes, flubs, and a whole host of audio mishaps.

I hope you have as much fun listening to these as myself and my many guests had making them....

Now I suggest you strap in for the long journey, bring your lunchbox, as we are set for launch....

Click the pic above to download for free.
Download includes: Twenty Two 320k MP3s, Album Artwork in .jpg format to create your own layout, .txt of liner notes and thought’s.

Guests Include:
Anastasia Winter, Dylan, Jerrell, Kelly Crites, Alissa Schmoele,
Omar Domkus, Brian Ratcliffe,, Wade Baird, Mark Heinz, Rick Mester, Tim O'Saben, Lance Hamilton, Beth Gragg & Joel Gragg.

http://springclockwonder.com/covers.html

Jeff Chapman Album #2

2010-02-12T10:08:00.001-08:00

Looks like we begin recording the 2nd Jeff Chapman record next week. I am excited by this as the 1st one was a lot of fun to work on....

In the meantime hit his site and check out his first record.... http://www.jeffchapmanmusic.com

The results are in.... early

2010-01-06T10:55:00.000-08:00

Okay...voting has to end...looks like the poll has somehow "broken" odd.... so here are the winning votes....

1. Space Age Love Song - A Flock Of Seagulls
2. Synchronicity II - The Police
3. Missionary Man - The Eurythmics
4. Rain - The Beatles
5. She's So Fine - Jimi Hendrix
6. Games Without Frontiers - Peter Gabriel
7. We Don't Need Another Hero - Tina Turner
8. The Future's So Bright - Timbuk 3
9. Problems - The Sex Pistols
10. School's Out - Alice Cooper
11. Sunshine Of Your Love - Cream
12. Summertime Blues - Blue Cheer

Thanks to everyone who voted.... sorry the poll is now broken and closed early.... fans choice poll coming soon....very soon

Votes as of 12/28/09

2009-12-28T10:11:00.000-08:00

Votes 12/28/09 :
1. Synchronicity II-The Police
2. Rain-The Beatles
3. Space Age Love Song-A Flock Of Seagulls
4. Missionary Man-The Eurythmics
5. She's So Fine-Jimi Hendrix
6. Games Without Frontiers-Peter Gabriel
7. We Don't Need Another Hero-Tina Turner
8. Problems-The Sex Pistols
9. School's Out-Alice Cooper
10. Sunshine Of Your Love-Cream
11. Summertime Blues-Blue Cheer
12. Windpower-Thomas Dolby

Keep it up people! You are all so very awesome for taking the time....

UPDATE ON THE CURRENT STANDINGS FOR THE VOTE:

2009-12-26T14:04:00.000-08:00

I am finding the choices people are making to be very interesting.... very cool.... here are the current standings in the vote.... if you don't like them.... vote and change them... lol ....here they are:

1. Synchronicity II - The Police
2. Missionary Man - The Eurythmics
3. Games Without Frontiers - Peter Gabriel
4. Rain - The Beatles
5. Problems - The Sex Pistols
6. Space Age Love Song - A Flock Of Seagulls
7. Sunshine Of Your Love - Cream
8. Windpower - Thomas Dolby
9. We Don't Need Another Hero - Tina Turner
10. School's Out- Alice Cooper
11. She's So Fine - Jimi Hendrix
12. Hourglass - Squeeze

Surprised a few are not in the top 12.... very cool to see voters thinking outside of the box a bit.... some of the cover suggestions from you have been excellent as well...those will all be put up to a public vote very soon.... thanks so much

SCW Cover Voting Ballot!

2009-12-23T18:57:00.000-08:00

Please go to http://springclockwonder.com/covers.html and vote for the covers you want to hear recorded.... Suggest your own ideas as well....

Welcome To The Experiment....

Voting will remain open till Jan. 31st 2010

http://www.springclockwonder.com/covers.html

The Adoring Heirs LIVE Sat. Dec. 12th

2009-11-25T13:12:00.000-08:00

I'll be playing at Cicero's this Saturday Night with The Adoring Heirs....
Who's coming to see us play Saturday?? It shall rock:

http://www.facebook.com/#/event.php?eid=191400094374

http://www.myspace.com/theadoringheirs

The SCW covers record. You vote. I record!

2009-11-22T21:36:00.000-08:00

Okay...I need your help.... I already have another SCW album in the works, but before I carry on with that I need to have a break and a bit of fun to come back to it with a fresh perspective..... this is where you come in....

The plan.... To do a 2 album set of cover tunes....

Disc #1 will go down like so....
I have a huge list of cover's that I'd like to record.... but I can't slim it down to something manageable.... say 12 to 14.... So I will post the list and leave it up to you to vote on which ones you want to see come to life.... The ones with the most vote's are the ones that get recorded.... you speak....I listen and record....

Disc #2 is entirely YOUR CHOICE!!!! We follow the same rules as stated for disc one, except this list will be made up of your picks....then voted on....then recorded.... simple as that....

Now be advised.... I am pretty open minded.... however, with that said.... if you suggest something that I find completely revolting and can not bring myself to touch, I will post a rejection with an explanation as to why for all to see....then you can flog me accordingly.... cool??

I am also going to try to rope in some friends here and there for various guest bits to keep things interesting.... we'll see who I can sucker into coming along for the ride....

Both albums will then be given away as a completely free download with art work and liner notes charting the whole saga.... we may even find ourselves with some interesting video fodder....

So there it is.... I will post my list soon.... stand by and get those ideas to the frontal lobe.... Thanks to all of you who are about to partake in this experiment....

Peace and Future... Ian

P.S. Don't give any ideas just yet....I'll keep you posted once the "voting system" is completely sorted....

Spring Clock Wonder album "Magnetar" now on iTunes & CdBaby

2009-11-16T16:48:00.000-08:00

I am so very pleased to finally announce the release of the new Spring Clock Wonder album entitled "Magnetar".
It is available right now on iTunes & CdBaby! And as always.... Enjoy Loudly!

iTunes:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/magnetar/id340196338

CdBaby:
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/springclockwonder3

Album Bio:

Just a year after the release of “Fantastic,” Spring Clock Wonder (SCW) returns with its fourth studio album “Magnetar.”
“Magnetar” continues the SCW tradition of rainy guitars poured over earth-laden drums and locked bass lines while it steps even further into the beyond and breaks deeper into the musical psyche of multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Ian Baird than SCW albums before it.
This latest effort connects on more of a human level than prior SCW albums as it travels and shifts with a strong and imaginative focus through a myriad of styles and gears from start to finish. “Magnetar” is a record that digs its claws through the dirt of life amidst a world built in sonic rock-and-roll bliss.
( Ricardo Malti 2009 - location unknown )
All sounds, instruments and vocals performed by Ian Baird
Produced and Mixed by Ian Baird at Arjuna''s Soundroom Greenville IL.
Mastered by Paul Klimson for Theory One Productions (Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, John Legend, The Roots, Ministry)

Falo 6 "Vial Number Three" Now on iTunes & CdBaby

2009-11-12T18:07:00.001-08:00

I am pleased to announce that the new disc Falo 6 "Vial Number Three" is now available (Cd's and D/L's) at

http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/falo6

& also on The iTunes Music Store

http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/vial-number-three/id337958635

The sound of your post-apocalyptic future....

http://www.falo6.com

Thank All You Mere Mortals....

First Official Omnibus 11 Video!

2009-10-21T21:33:00.000-07:00

From the debut album by Omnibus 11.
A typical paranormal investigation team finds more then they bargained for.

Starring: Trinka, Anna Davis, Wade Baird, Brian Ratcliffe and Ian Baird

Big thanks to Rita Roniger for the location.

www.omnibus11.com

"The Charlatans Tele"
Words and Music By: Ian Baird
©2009 Arjunas Sound

Omnibus 11 Interview Video/Audio Archive

2009-09-19T10:50:00.001-07:00

Did you miss the live feed the other night?? Well have no fear for here is the video/audio....

Thanks goes to Eddie Fliess for capturing the audio....

Enjoy....

http://www.omnibus11.com

Omnibus 11 to be on Dirty Roots Radio 9/17 10pm Eastern wgrn.net

2009-09-14T15:49:00.000-07:00

http://wgrn.net/

This is where Trinka and I will be this Thursday September 17th at 9PM Central/ 10PM Eastern....
Ryan Mifflin (Host of Dirty Roots Radio) is having us on as guests to discuss and spin tracks from our new debut "Omnibus 11"....

If you don't live in town and can't tune in to 89.5 FM have no fear.... you can still tune in online via http://www.wgrn.net no matter where you are....

http://wgrn.net/

http://www.omnibus11.com

Falo 6 "Secondary Fix" now on iTunes and CdBaby

2009-09-10T11:42:00.000-07:00

I am happy to announce that Falo 6 "Secondary Fix" is now for sale on iTunes and CdBaby....

Go to http://www.falo6.com for more info.....

This record is for lovers of all thing's heavy.... you have been warned....

Enjoy Loudly!!!!

http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/falo62

http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=329462560&s=143441

http://www.hs.facebook.com/pages/Falo-6/99871111294

http://www.myspace.com/falo666

http://www.falo6.com

Omnibus 11 Debut Video Slide Sampler

2009-08-31T14:05:00.000-07:00

Hey There!!!!

Check Out The Omnibus 11 Debut Video Slide Sampler!

Omnibus 11 Debut Now On iTunes & CdBaby.com

2009-08-30T20:03:00.000-07:00

Omnibus 11 is Now On iTunes and Cdbaby.com!!!!

We are so excited to finally be able to announce this....
And we thank you all for your continued support and patience in getting this record out....

visit http://www.omnibus11.com for further details!

With much love and respect from the future..... Trinka and Ian

CdBaby:
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/omnibus11
iTunes:
http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=329142362&s=143441
MySpace:
http://www.myspace.com/omnibus11
Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Omnibus-11/91196501867
Home:
http://www.omnibus11.com

What's the hold up??

2009-07-26T20:26:00.000-07:00

Update on the new album "Magnetar"....
The album was done but I was bothered by one pesky track. After several revisions of the mix I was on the verge of scrapping it altogether, but being that I am a glutton for punishment, I have decided to re-record the entire track from scratch. I tracked drums yesterday and am hoping to have the rest knocked out in the next couple of weeks. The rest is mixed,mastered and standing by....

Aside from that I have picked up a new client and we are in the middle of recording his record.... we are just past the halfway point of tracking.... obviously this does further delay the new SCW record, but as always the squeaky wheel must get the grease....

There are a few other irons in the fire as well, as soon as details are solid I will fill you all in....

Thanks for your patience and faith.... Ian Baird

Spring Clock Wonder - Overthruster 72

2009-06-09T09:01:00.001-07:00

As a holder till the new record comes out.... here's a new video from the last record "Fantastic"..... enjoy!

My Remix for Out Of The Blue USA is now on iTunes and CdBaby

2009-06-07T12:36:00.000-07:00

I did a remix for Out Of The Blue USA.... below my message is the story behind OOTB USA..... an interesting project/idea involving Julie Sparks, Kevin Reeves and "Grammy Award winning Producer"- Glenn Rosenstein, who was one of Madonna's producers back in the day, and a lollygaggle of other interesting characters (see below)....

I was asked to do a remix for inclusion on the official release and it is now on iTunes and CdBaby
Look for The Ian Baird Remix (obvious yes?)

http://cdbaby.com/cd/ootblueusa

Also feature's remixes from Josh Harris, DJ Leo, Joel Gragg and others..... A portion of the proceeds go to the Northern Illinois Food Bank.... so it's for a great cause....

http://www.myspace.com/outoftheblueusa

http://outoftheblueusa.com/

peace and future.... Ian

www.ianbaird.net

From the cdbaby page:

Soultry, Inspirational Power Pop Maxi Single to raise money and awareness for our Nation's Food Banks.

This FoodRaising Initiative was started out of the sheer desire to help those in need. In the writing of 'Out of The Blue' - Chicago Singer-Songwriter, Julie Sparks, forged ahead to reach her audiences with the message of HOPE thru community healing.

In a matter of days, the tribe of musicians was formed- Andrew Osenga, Pete Iannacone- ( Joss Stone's Bass Player and musical director ), Chris Rodriguez- ( Keith Urban's Guitarist) Jeremy Clement, Kevin Reeves, and the Grammy Award winning Producer- Glenn Rosenstein. Alongside ACM Mixer of the Year- Steve Marcantonio, and the wonderful people at YESMASTER- Nashville rounded out the bunch.

This project is a collection of remixes charitably donated by artists from around the US and WORLD! Germany, London England, Indianapolis, Chicago, NY/Boston, Kentucky and Tennessee.

Styles range from the Title Track # 1 & 2 of a Power/Soultry to the Dance Track # 3, Hard Rock # 4 and even a Reggae # 8.

There is an envelope for the message delivery to meet every musical taste.

The goal is to raise awareness of our Nations Food Banks, and the initial run of this project will benefit the homestate of Illinois, and namely the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

With Every note heard- Every song downloaded, every cd sold, I hope that people find encouragement in the message within.

Alone, we are but grains of sand among the desert of humanity, yet together we will rise and not be defeated.

Together, We'll Make it Through!

Spring Clock Wonder Now On Facebook

2009-05-23T12:03:00.000-07:00

You can now become a fan of Spring Clock Wonder on Facebook.... it's true.... diggit....

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Spring-Clock-Wonder/100717234883?ref=nf

More content coming very soon....

Peace and SCW Future.... Ian

Have no fear....

2009-05-16T16:56:00.001-07:00

There is news coming soon....
I assure you....

Also....
Changed over my hosting to a new company so all of my sites were down for a few days.... All sites are back up and running in full....
See for yourself....

http://www.springclockwonder.com
http://www.ianbaird.net
http://www.omnibus11.com
http://www.falo6.com

End Of Line....

Changed the youtube channel layout

2009-04-27T10:10:00.000-07:00

Don't know if this is blog worthy but here it is:

I changed the layout of my youtube channel....

http://www.youtube.com/user/springclock

did u know that u can subscribe??
it's true.... :)

New video's coming soon....

spread the word....

peace and future.... Ian

end of line....

Mastering Almost Complete For The New SCW "Magnetar"

2009-04-03T10:04:00.000-07:00

Hello again....

Just a quick update to let you know that mastering for the new Spring Clock Wonder record entitled "Magnetar" is in the last and final phase.... we are mere hours away from completion....

Stay tuned for news and info on my latest creation.... coming sooner than you think....

Peace and Future....Ian

http://www.ianbaird.net
http://www.springclockwonder.com

new site features on www.ianbaird.net

2009-03-08T11:36:00.001-07:00

I just updated http://www.ianbaird.net ....

Check out the new "arjuna's soundroom" page for info on my home studio.... as well as for info on hiring me to work for you.... check out the discography for complete info on my recording history and experience....

Peace and Future.... Ian Baird

i Remix SPC ECO

2009-03-03T23:45:00.000-08:00

Below is the link to hear my remix of the SPC ECO tune "I'm Telling You".... look at the bottom for the "Ian Baird Mix"....

They posted it to their player on myspace...

http://www.myspace.com/spcecoremixes

and their home site:

http://www.spceco.com/remix.html

below is a link to the youtube vid with the original version:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYNWqNd0EKg

An explanation on who/what SPC ECO is for those who don't know:
Those of you who know me will know that I am a huge fan of the band Curve.... One of my all time fav's.... Sadly they closed shop a few years back. But a new beacon of hope.... Dean Garcia (1/2 of Curve and former bassist for the Eurythmics) has started a new band.... SPC ECO....
The band consists of Dean, his daughter Rose Berlin (who has the spooky voice of a broken angel) Joey Levenson on Guitar FX, and two of the members for the live side are Monti (drums) and Debbie (guitar) also formerly of Curve.....
So far all of their tracks that I have heard have been brilliant with plenty of guitar bent bliss.... I am looking forward to picking up their debut....

Anyways....enjoy my remix with washes of glistening distortion on top....

Enjoy loudly! Ian

www.ianbaird.net

I really should update my blog more often....

2009-03-03T23:41:00.000-08:00

Yes I really should....
But if it’s any consolation I have been very busy. The last few months have found me wearing several different hats, and all has been well in the process.

1. I had the opportunity to record and mix the debut record from blues artist Jeff Chapman here at Arjuna’s Soundroom (www.jeffchapmanmusic.com). It came out great and a few of the cuts have gotten picked up by radio here and there accompanied by some nice press for Jeff. Check out Jeff and his band of heavyweight players.

2. I also had a young artist by the name of Chance Motta fly in from Seattle to have me produce and record his debut record here as well. That disc should be dropping soon. I’ll keep you posted.

3. Vote For Pedro from St. Louis recorded some news demo’s here and we start mixing them next week. They’ll be posted on their site soon. www.vote4pedro.net also myspace.com/vfpband

4. Did a remix for SPC ECO but I will make a separate blog for that with all of the groovy details. www.spceco.com

5. Got hired by Mark Heinz at www.markheinzproductions.com to do the theme for Moe’s Big Takeover at www.riverfrontradio.com Lovers of all things punk should check it out

6. It looks like I’ll be lending a bit of drums and bass to the new Beth Gragg record. And I think they are doing their best to kick that record out fairly soon.

7. And last but not least.... I have managed to squeeze in some time for a new Spring Clock Wonder album. It’s probably somewhere between 75%-85% complete. I quite pleased with it’s manifestation so far. I hope to have it out by spring. I’ll have more news on that front very soon.

8. In the meantime go subscribe to my youtube channel at:
http://www.youtube.com/user/springclock

There is all sorts off goodness.... from music videos to random humor to I'm not sure what to call it.... you decide....

Stay Tuned.... Ian

ianbaird.net have a look....

2009-03-03T23:38:00.000-08:00

I just finished constructing http://www.ianbaird.net

Finally there is one place where you can keep up with all of my shenanigans. You will also find my complete discography there. Complete with my own work and work I've done for others.... Check it out.

Peace....Ian

http://www.ianbaird.net

New SCW "Fantastic" Now on iTunes, Amazon and CDaby.com

2009-03-03T23:28:00.000-08:00

New SCW "Fantastic" Now on iTunes, Amazon and CDaby.com

Greetings One and All....

I am very happy to announce the release of the new SCW album entitled "Fantastic".
I had a great time recording this disc and I think it shows. Lyrically it touches on a wide range of topics, all of which are very personal to me and have had an effect on my psyche in one way or another. This album comes with much ebb and flow, sonically and otherwise. It's a new lunar phase for SCW and this disc is just the beginning. I hope you enjoy the ride as much as I have.

Grab "Fantastic" at the iTunes Music Store, Amazon.com and CdBaby.com

I am also pleased to announce the newly redesigned http://www.springclockwonder.com check it out, you may learn something new....stay tuned.... new transmission coming soon.

here are the links:

http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=282428746&s=143441

http://cdbaby.com/cd/springclockwonder2

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001AV7GQ4?ie=UTF8&child=B001AVC7OK

Thanks so much for your faithful support.... The Future Is Now

Peace....Ian

http://www.springclockwonder.com

Spring Clock Wonder "Fantastic" CD Review

2009-03-03T23:23:00.000-08:00

Tobin Mueller over at MacJams.com just did a review of the new SCW record “Fantastic”. It’s a great review and it seems like he actually understood the record and had nothing but great thing's to say about it.... Check it out here:

http://blog.macjams.com/?p=733