![]() How does this correlate? Well, there's a certain scene within the episode where two flag twirlers crash into an aircraft and cause an explosion. The episode 'Band Geeks' first premiered September 7, 2001, four days before the horrific events of 9/11. It is regarded by the fandom as one of, if not the, best episode of the series. “They describe ‘Sweet Victory’ as ‘heroic’ or ‘uplifting' and we are thrilled that the inspirational message has been meaningful to so many,” says Bob Kulick.For those unfamiliar or need a memory refresh, 'Band Geeks' is an episode from season 3 of SpongeBob SquarePants. As the awareness grows due to the fan petition calling for “Sweet Victory” to be performed during the halftime show at the SuperBowl LIII in 2019, many people have been coming up to Bob and David to say how much the song means to them or express excitement and gratitude when they find out who wrote it. Many generations grew up on SpongeBob and it has become evident that they hold the series and the song very dear to their hearts. “My jaw fell to the floor,” said David when his daughter ran out from her bedroom shouting, “Dad, your voice is coming out of SpongeBob!” Bob and David were not immediately aware of its placement in the episode. ![]() This song in the APM Music catalog captivated the producers of SpongeBob, who then licensed it and, as rumor has it, decided to write the “Band Geeks” episode around the song. At the time, it was one of the rare production tracks with vocals that could be described as “radio-ready”. “Sweet Victory” was composed well before the SpongeBob SquarePants series, and was first recorded on a DA-88 using digital tape in 1996. This synergy was carried through to today as Bob and David continue their creative collaboration. ![]() There was synergy about them that was very special. “David can catch a ball with his eyes closed,” shared Bob about his teammate who played for San Francisco Giants. The two met on a softball league where they played with many other prominent artists (Robin Zander of Cheap Trick, Michael Bolton, and more). He is well known for being the lead singer for the bands Giuffria, Dirty White Boy, and Stream. David Glen Eisley is a rock singer, songwriter, and actor. Bob has earned 14 Platinum and Gold records. Bob Kulick is a guitarist and Grammy Award-winning record producer, best known for his studio work with KISS, W.A.S.P., Motorhead, Lou Reed and many others. "Sweet Victory" was composed, recorded, and produced by Bob Kulick and David Glen Eisley. "We are grateful for the many years of joy and humor ‘SpongeBob’ has brought to all of us." “We are truly thrilled that ‘Sweet Victory,’ a production music song, has crossed over into the mainstream of America’s consciousness, and has become an iconic, ‘Can-Do,’ rock anthem, thanks to the remarkable creativity of the late Stephen Hillenburg and composers David Glen Eisley and Bob Kulick," Adam Taylor, president of APM Music said. Additionally, the first SpongeBob SquarePants Movie (2004) includes the original score composed by APM’s Gregor Narholz from the Sonoton Production Music Library - International. ![]() The SpongeBob SquarePants series was created by Stephen Hillenburg who brought many years of joy and humor to generations around the globe.ĪPM provided music suggestions for the very first episode of SpongeBob SquarePants (when we received our reference copy on VHS tape!) It’s been an honor to have continued to supply music for every season since, including the song 'Sweet Victory'. A petition to have “Sweet Victory” performed at the Super Bowl 2019 halftime show has now received nearly 1 million signatures! It was co-written, produced and performed by Bob Kulick and David Glen Eisley. This triumphant rock anthem was featured in the classic “Band Geeks” episode of SpongeBob SquarePants. ![]()
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