Sprites (band)

Sprites are an independent new wave/indie pop music group from Maryland, United States. Their lineup is ever-changing, with only the founding members (the husband-wife duo of Jason Korzen, formerly of Barcelona, and Amy Korzen) staying constant. Contributors include Christian Scanniello, Ivan Ramiscal, Kevin Alvir, Armin Pruessner, Derek Strausbaugh, and Reid Dossinger.

Sprites
OriginUnited States
GenresNew wave, indie pop
Years active2002–present
LabelsDarla/March
Associated actsBarcelona
MembersJason Korzen, Amy Korzen

History

2002 to 2006: Starling, Spiders, Tiger and Sprites

Sprites was formed in 2002 by Jason Korzen following the breakup of Barcelona. The band released Starling, Spiders, Tiger and Sprites in 2003 on March Records. They have done some touring, including a United States tour with The Lucksmiths.

2006: Modern Gameplay

Sprites' second album, Modern Gameplay, was released in August 2006 through Darla Records.

Discography

Albums and EPs
  • Starling, Spiders, Tiger and Sprites, 2003, March Records
  • Bionic Hands e.p., 2004, Lejos Discos
  • Modern Gameplay, 2006, Darla Records
  • Little Darla Has a Treat for You vol. 19, 2002 ("Following Her Around")
  • Teenbeat Sampler, 2003 ("Keep it Together")
  • Little Darla Has a Treat for You vol. 24, 2006 ("George Romero")
  • Little Darla Has a Treat for You vol. 25, 2006 ("Pac-Man Fever")
  • Wish I'd Kept a Scrapbook: A Tribute to Tullycraft, 2010 ("Wish I’d Kept a Scrapbook")

See also

References
  • "Sprites bio". Archived from the original on 2006-09-24. Retrieved 2006-11-13.
  • "Sprites discography". Archived from the original on 2006-05-19. Retrieved 2006-11-13.


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