Mean Red Spiders

Mean Red Spiders

Mean Red Spiders are a Canadian alternative rock band from Toronto, Ontario, formed in September 1993 and active since then. Their music is centred on guitar work and is influenced by psychedelic music. It uses distortion, digital keyboard loops, recorded voice samples and effects pedals, building layered, repeatable arrangements with vocals. Their live performances also use projected screen images and liquid light techniques.

Sound and style

The band is associated with alternative rock and rock, and their sound is also described in relation to shoegaze, dream pop and space rock. Their music is shaped by dense effects and a wall-of-sound approach, with a strong emphasis on texture and atmosphere.

Line-up

Members listed for the band include Adam Rosen, David Rodgers, Minesh Mandoda, Lisa Nighswander, Greg Chambers, Marco Landini, Eric Abboud, David Humphreys, James Anderson, Scott Cameron and Rob Boak.

Other act with the same name

The same name has also been used by other bands, including an earlier British R&B group active from 1985 to 1993 and an unrelated Ipswich-based band led by Toni Vines.