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We Are The Gods! https://elasticstage.com/bethisbell/releases/we-are-the-gods-album

Work It Out https://elasticstage.com/bethisbell/releases/work-it-out-album

The Red Album https://elasticstage.com/bethisbell/releases/the-red-album-album

The Sun King https://elasticstage.com/bethisbell/releases/the-sun-king-album
 

BeThisBell is the musical project of Beth Isbell, a multi-talented artist, songwriter, and musician based in Eureka, California. Known for her subversive and edgy sound, BeThisBell creates a unique musical landscape that spans multiple genres and defies easy categorization.

Musical Style & Sound

BeThisBell's music draws from an eclectic range of influences, weaving together elements of:

Psychedelic Rock - Creating atmospheric, mind-bending soundscapes

Alternative & Indie Rock - Raw, authentic expression with modern sensibilities

Blues - Deep emotional storytelling with classic guitar-driven arrangements

Red Dirt Folk/Country - Rootsy, Americana-influenced narratives

Jazz Poetry - Experimental vocal techniques and improvisational elements
 

Music Review World describes the band's style as paying "homage to early grunge-like roots with how ruthless some of their songs can be, to a more sophisti-rock approach associated with people like David Bowie." The band's releases are often "accented with the complexity and novelty of jazz, leading to a powerful combination of genres."

This genre-blending approach creates what critics have described as a "strange psychedelic eclectically talented" sound that pushes boundaries while remaining deeply rooted in authentic musical expression.

Artist Profile & Band Lineups

Beth Isbell serves as the primary vocalist and guitarist for BeThisBell, bringing years of experience as both a performer and songwriter. Her artistic vision extends beyond music into multiple creative realms, establishing her as a true multimedia artist.

The band BeThisBell has had several lineups throughout its evolution:

2013-2016 Lineup:

BeTh Isbell - vocals, guitar

Cody Fowler - bass

Nic Ley - drums

Justin Hays - guitar

Blaise Thompson - guitar
 

Current Lineup:

BeTh Isbell - vocals, guitar

Cody Fowler - bass

Ty Clark - drums

Ray Triana and/or Spencer Kennedy - lead guitar

Holly Murphy - vocals, keyboards
 

Recording & Releases

Beth Isbell and her band BeThisBell are signed recording artists with TRO Essex Music Group's Workshop Productions Inc. publishing company and Shamus Records.

The project has released four albums, two EPs, and several singles, with music available on various platforms including iTunes and Spotify, and has a comprehensive music catalog on Bandcamp, which serves as the artist-preferred platform for fans to discover and support the music.

Official Albums:

"We Are The Gods!" (2014)

"Work It Out" (2015)

"The Red Album" (2024)

"The Sun King” (2025)
 

Recent releases include "Kief (from The Red Album)" and other works that showcase the project's evolving sound and artistic growth. In 2025, the band released it’s BeThisBell REMASTERED compilation album, featuring the heaviest-hitting songs from the band’s first three albums. The band also released the Shine On! EP featuring family-friendly versions of the band’s softer-edged songs. The band BeThisBell is also currently offering all four of the band's official albums on 12" vinyl records with the official release on December 15, 2025.

Critical Acclaim

BeThisBell has received consistent praise from Music Review World, with multiple releases earning "Excellent" ratings:

On "The Red Album": "A wonderful album that takes you through the interdimensionality of BeThisBell. It is an album that oozes authentic artistic intent, coupled with highly competent mastering, composition, as well as execution. A high amount of musical variability is littered throughout the album."

On "BeThisBell REMASTERED": "Listening to this album is like visiting a rock time capsule without any regard for the present... Rock these days tends to be washed out and pretty fake, and I don't get any such feeling listening to this record at all... there's soul infused within the tracks and a lot of underlying melodic complexity."

On their overall artistry: BeThisBell is "well-known for their authenticity, ferocity and penchant for composing music that breaks the monotonous nature of music that's typically associated with the 'alternative rock' umbrella these days."

Critics note: "The vocalist's ferocity and the guitarists' penchant for solos with a high level of musical variability will keep you on the edge of your seat, making you simply beg for more."

Live Performance

BeThisBell maintains an active live performance schedule throughout Humboldt County, California, with regular appearances at venues including:

Crisp Lounge, Eureka

The Siren's Song Tavern, Eureka

Mad River Brewing, Blue Lake

Various festivals including the SoHum/KMUD Pride Festival and North Country Fair
 

The live shows are known for their engaging, intimate atmosphere and showcase the full range of BeThisBell's musical versatility.

Beyond Music

Beth Isbell's creative output extends well beyond music:

Published Author - Five published books including "The Book of Green Goo," "The Broken Whale," "Pieces of Humboldt," "Psychotic Kittens," and "Punk Poets," with additional titles in development.

Radio Personality - Experienced DJ for Lost Coast Communications stations (KSLG, KHUM, KWPT, and KLGE) and award-winning producer of "The Flower Power Hour" at KMUD FM.

Music Industry Professional - Active music reviewer for Music Review World and experienced event organizer for live music and business conferences.

Educator - Teaching guitar and life lessons, sharing knowledge and passion with the next generation of musicians.

Current Projects

BeThisBell continues to evolve with new band formations and collaborations, including the group Redwood Revolution, which features:

Beth Isbell - guitar, vocals

Josh Borgen - bass

Ray Triana - lead guitar

Spencer Kennedy - drums
 

The BeThisBell band maintains a strong connection to the Oklahoma, North Texas, and Northern California music scenes while building a broader following through digital platforms and touring. The band is releasing all four of the band's albums on 12" vinyl records on December 15, 2025. BeTh is currently writing songs for the band’s next album, expected Summer of 2026.

Recognition

The press has described BeThisBell's work as "subversive, edgy," recognizing the project's commitment to pushing creative boundaries while maintaining authentic artistic expression. Music Review World notes their "typical brand of authenticity, brashness and unfiltered intensity," with releases that can be "anticipated with the utmost furor, as they do not hold back with their style of music."

This recognition reflects Beth Isbell's ability to create music that challenges listeners while remaining deeply accessible and emotionally resonant, with critics noting that "the whole range of human emotions gets to have its supporting role within these tracks, leaving you with a body of work that can definitely resonate with you at some point."

Current Status

With over 18,000 Facebook followers and growing recognition across Oklahoma, North Texas, and Northern California music scenes, BeThisBell continues to build a reputation as an innovator who blends multiple genres into a cohesive artistic vision. The project represents Beth Isbell's commitment to authentic expression and creative exploration across multiple artistic disciplines.

BeThisBell can be found on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify and Bandcamp, with releases distributed through LoveForce International Records & Publishing.

Here’s a deeper look into BeTh isBell, also known as BeThisBell:

• Early Life & Transition

Born Bill Isbell in Columbus, Georgia, she grew up across the U.S. and Europe. Initially a college and law school graduate, she worked for years as a civil rights attorney .

After being diagnosed transgender, Beth transitioned. Facing discrimination in the legal field, she turned her focus to music and the arts .

• Music Education

Though accepted at Berklee College of Music, she opted to attend the Academy of Contemporary Music at UCO, graduating in 2013 with a bachelor’s in contemporary music performance and sound technology .

• Musical Journey

Began writing songs in the late ’90s after leaving law; early works included the country-influenced “The Good Woman Waltz”, which topped the Texas Top 40 for original songwriters.

Also exploring punk-pop, she released “The Flying Lennys” EP, featuring a guest appearance by jazz great Joe McBride.

Faced venue bans during transition, but persevered by fronting The Dead Prophets, a Dallas-area psychedelic blues-rock band.

• BeThisBell Band Era (2013-Present)

In 2014, released We Are The Gods! with her band BeThisBell, a psychedelic-grunge-punk rock album produced by Trent Bell.

Followed in 2015 with the Work It Out EP, also produced by Trent Bell. This led to performances at the 2015 CMJ Music Marathon in NYC and the Norman Music Festival.

• Recent Work & Projects

2025 saw the release of the uplifting BeThisBell “Shine On!” EP, plus a full-band remastered compilation, BeThisBell Remastered.

BeThisBell released The Red Album (2024) with a hard-driving alt-rock mixed with indie-punk and psychedelic elements.

Produced two new singles in 2023: “Soul” (an indie blues-rock track) and “Kief” (a psychedelic punk-rock story about local Humboldt events).

Latest releases include BeThisBell’s The Sun King in 2025, and solo/acoustic works via Bandcamp like Solo (2025).

• Recognition & Style

A 3× Top 10 finalist in the USA Songwriting Contest, and a TAXI Top 10 monthly pick in 2008.

Described by music press as “edgy, subversive, passionate, innovative”, with a sound that merges David Bowie/Iggy Pop vocals and Neil Young–style guitar, blending punk, folk, and psychedelic influences.

• Humboldt Life & Collaborations

Resides in Humboldt County, CA (four hours north of San Francisco), where she’s a teacher, poet, songwriter, Radio DJ (hosting "The Flower Power Hour" on KMUD), and bandleader for Redwood Revolution. Beth is now a Radio DJ for Lost Coast Communications stations KWPT, KSLG, and KHUM in Humboldt County, CA.

Also serves as the lead guitarist for Matthew Green’s indie-pop project, The Colour Green.

• Discography Highlights

The Good Woman Waltz (country/Americana debut, mid-2000s)

The Flying Lennys EP (punk/pop)

The Dead Prophets (2005), The Best of The Dead Prophets (2010) (psychedelic rock)

BeThisBell - We Are The Gods! (2014) (alternative rock)

BeThisBell - Work It Out EP (2015) (alternative rock)

BeThisBell - The Red Album (2024) (alternative rock)

BeThisBell - Shine On! EP (2025) (alternative rock)

BeThisBell Remastered (2025) (alternative rock)

BeThisBell - The Sun King (2025) (alternative rock)

Solo (2025) (acoustic rock)

Beth’s story is that of resilience, creativity, and transformation—from attorney to trailblazing transgender artist, interweaving genres like rock, folk, blues, jazz poetry, and punk.