Some bands make songs. Others build worlds. Spider Kiss is the latter — a band whose music drips with gothic atmosphere. They’re character- and story-driven in a way that few modern bands are, constructing a whole universe behind their songs — whose storytelling conjures Victorian shadows and Celtic myths, and whose sound stretches from ghostly acoustic whispers to blistering metal chaos. Their name hints at danger and allure, but beneath the gothic veneer lies a pair of musicians whose creativity is matched only by their humor and warmth. Yet behind the haunting art, you’ll find two friends — Cameron Kincaid and Sam Purdon who’s vision extends beyond the music into cinematic shorts and visual storytelling.The roots of Spider Kiss go back to a high school choir class, where Cameron and Sam bonded over both music and personal struggles. What started as friendship grew into a creative partnership, one that clicked almost instantly. Spider Kiss is not your average rock band. The duo blends dark fantasy aesthetics, theatrical storytelling, and an unshakable passion for music into something that feels both eerie and electrifying.
“After graduation we started toying with a few songs Cameron had been working with and found we clicked really easily, almost like we could read each other’s minds.”
— Sam Purdon
Recently, the band made waves as Quarter Finalists in America’s Next Top Hitmaker, a competition that reenergized their career and brought new eyes — and ears — to their unique project. With a new album “Arachnophobia“and cinematic short film on the way, Spider Kiss is poised to grow their dedicated cult following into something much bigger.
“We were beyond ecstatic and just so blessed to have been supported that far, it warmed our hearts to have that kind of rallying force!”
— Sam Purdon
The contest became a turning point, reigniting their momentum and reshaping their creative approach.
“Entering the contest gave us a second wind… it reinvigorated us to continue working behind the scenes as well as drove us to start establishing our online presence more consistently.”
— Cameron Kincaid
What they took from the experience wasn’t just validation — it was a sharpened sense of direction.
Spider Kiss has built a sound that refuses to be boxed in. Early influences leaned toward the alt-rock introspection of Radiohead and Pearl Jam, but over time, they’ve embraced heavier elements, drawing inspiration from System of a Down, My Chemical Romance, and gothic/deathrock atmospheres.
The result is a sonic identity that feels cinematic — unsettling, yet beautiful; theatrical, yet deeply personal. Musically, Spider Kiss traverses a wide spectrum. From shadowy acoustic ballads to face-melting metal, they create a soundscape that is consistently haunting, atmospheric, and immersive.
And while they may look and sound sinister, their personalities reveal the opposite: two best friends with a comedic streak, eager to connect, experiment, and push their creative vision forward.
Spider Kiss isn’t content with just writing songs. They’re constructing a universe.— they’re world-builders, storytellers, and musical experimenters who balance dark, immersive artistry with genuine warmth and connection. With roots in friendship, resilience, and a shared love of both melody and mayhem, Cameron Kincaid and Sam Purdon have carved out a space that feels refreshingly unique in today’s music scene. Fans who follow their short-form content on Instagram and TikTok are already catching glimpses of a larger story that will soon tie directly into their upcoming projects.
The crown jewel of this effort is their upcoming album, Arachnophobia, which will be paired with their first cinematic short film. Together, they’ll officially weave the band’s mythology into music, visuals, and narrative — a bold step that blurs the line between band and art collective.
It’s clear that Spider Kiss is just beginning to weave its web. If their journey through America’s Next Top Hitmaker proved anything, it’s that they have the drive, vision, and heart to transform their gothic dreamscape into something unforgettable.
For fans both new and old, one thing is certain: with Spider Kiss, there’s always more than meets the eye.
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2MxZEFuYjbFwy1TQxOf5UZ?si=8l67-5_rRLWm6v1i2o0m3w
Apple Music:
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/spiders-kiss/1787650445
TikTok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@spiderskissband?_t=ZP-8yzkQW1jQlj&_r=1
YouTube:
https://youtube.com/@spiderskissband?feature=shared
Instagram:
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