Spirit of the Bear is an indie rock band that originated in 2014 in the Youngstown area while its members were still in high school. Since then, the band, consisting of Jamie Vitullo, James Harker, Ethan Schwendeman, and Danny Svenson, has built a strong following and even secured a record deal. Splitting their time between Northeast Ohio and Columbus, where Harker has a studio, the band has been releasing new songs this spring that blend guitar, keys, and synth with a '70s vibe, showcasing their experimental approach to music.

The band has certainly come a long way since their early days of playing in coffee shops and parking lots because they weren’t old enough to play in bars. As Vitullo notes, their growth has been both musical and personal, as they have become more collaborative in their writing and more comfortable with each other as friends and bandmates. This has allowed them to explore new sounds and experiment with different genres, leading to the evolution of their music and the band as a whole.

As a result of this evolution, Spirit of the Bear has moved away from their debut album, 2016's "Remains," taking it down from streaming services earlier this year. According to Vitullo, the band has matured and developed since the release of their debut album, and they want their music to reflect that growth. While the album is still available on the band's subscription club, their focus is on creating new music that reflects who they are as a band today.

With their experimental approach and commitment to growth and collaboration, Spirit of the Bear is sure to continue to captivate and inspire audiences with their unique sound and vision. As they continue to create and perform, they are sure to make an even greater impact on the music scene and the world beyond..

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