LongSpoon is a creative set up that began In March 2005. The music reflects how i view the world in this new millennium. I am deeply concerned with the way we interact with the planet and i believe in spreading the message of self empowerment and living out the dreams we all harbour. I always write from the heart and i hope that this comes accross in the songs. I am aiming to release an album early next year, so watch this space....

LONGSPOON the band...

IN THE BEGINNING...
The LongSpoon project began in spring 2005 during the recording of the song Green Eyed Hungry Machines. LongSpoon was created by Paul Bennett, a singer song writer, who has been making music for 17 years. Paul is well travelled and has an interesting history, which has provided experiences and insights that he combines with his passion for creating music and spreading positivity.
"For me it's about the lyrics and playing original songs live, that's why I do it. I want to experiment with the technology, create bridges between the various types of music. Trying to get a sound that's new and exciting to me is a buzz".

THE BAND
LongSpoon consists of Paul Bennett, Eddie Collins, Pete Shaw and Timmy Moore. The tracks from the album include a variety of guest guitarists, including Gez Butcher, James Fairfoul and Larry Oliver. The band's live sound is a combination of raw enthusiasm and hard won experience, with the freedom of expression for each musician to create a sound that is both original and exciting.
LongSpoon is first and foremost a live band that perform with a powerful sound and distinctive melodies to create that feel good factor that live shows should have. Our aim is to give every audience a performance that's unique, memorable and, above all, enjoyable.

THE MUSIC
LongSpoon have been working hard on the debut album 'Symphony Of Man' which is now available online from all the major digital stores.
Following the first studio sessions, where 18 tracks were laid down at Audio Sorcery with producer Paul Midcalf, we went on to work with Song Writer and Musician Ben Copland to develop the project even further. The next few months I spent completing the production work on all the tracks chosen for the album, and then James Muir applied his mixing skills to give the final polish. You can listen to samples of some of the songs over at LongSpoon's MySpace page.
Each song is a reflection of experiences, and a journey over the past few of years. The vision was to create an album of insight, imagination and observation, that captures the spirit of our times. It has been a long while coming, but now its here for you to enjoy!
Now we are getting back to doing more of what we enjoy best, which is playing live. So keep checking this site for future gigs and tour dates.
See you at the show...
Paul Bennett
 january 2009