Built to Spill are an American indie rock band based in Boise, Idaho, United States.
Former Treepeople guitarist/vocalist Doug Martsch formed Built to Spill in 1992 with Brett Netson and Ralf Youtz as the band's original members.
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Members:
Doug Martsch
Brett Netson
Jim Roth
Steve Gere
Jason Albertini
Name Origin:
In an interview with Spin, Martsch stated that he intended to change the band's
lineup for every album, himself being the only permanent member.
Which is why he named the band "Built to Spill".
It's also the the name of a song off their debut album "Ultimate Alternative Wavers":
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Built To Spill
From: Boise, Idaho, United States
Genre(s):
Indie rock
Active From: 1992-present
Associated Acts:
Treepeople,
The Halo Benders,
Caustic Resin