Before Your Very Ears

Lights! Camera! ...PLAY! I may just love music a little too much.

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Thrice released an insane teaser to their upcoming post hiatus album. The 15 second clip brought out emotions I didn't even know I had in me! I can speak for the rest of us Thrice lovers that this might be the most anticipated album yet! Thank You Thrice!!!

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Tame Impala|Eventually|Currents

This song has been on my mind a lot lately and while this has been my favorite track since Currents came out, lyrically this  track sings all the words I dare to speak.

To me this vividly sounds like a undeniably morose tug of war between a couple where no one wins in this situation. “Eventually” might be one of my favorite ballads seeing as how the words pierce right through me. I especially dig the outro of the song, towards the very end you hear it fading away slowly only to pause and come back for a second, wether that was an intentional use of a musical metaphor or some random coincidence, it works so well with this tune.

I can honestly say I’ve probably listened to this song about 20 times today and it’s quite unlikely that I’m going stop...but then again....

.....Eventually.

-K

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“So much is goin’ on…but you can always come around..” Brittany Howard softly purrs at the beginning of “Gimme All Your Love” after some very soulful chords and organs opens it up. This sounds so beautiful I think- Her voice is smooth and delicate, yet profound with a great sense of wisdom behind it. There’s a sadness that beckons you further in, each line followed by a quaint guitar trill ..and then the chorus hits, the guitar and drum thunder through as Howard sings “If you just gimme all your loooove!...whoooo.. gimme all you got babe” Her voice is so full of passion, it’s as if she’s not only singing, but speaking to you. The lyrics are simple and the music is just honest, nothing over the top… but then it changes, more than halfway through, the song shifts, just like a person or situation shifts. It turns into an upbeat jam, with a new light, a hopeful perspective. I love the mood change; it’s dynamic, it’s interesting, and with influences like Led Zeppelin and James Brown it’s no wonder this band has a phenomenal sound. “Gimme All Your Love” is fresh air to me, it’s everything I love about music really… here’s a group of musicians: talented, skilled, passionate, and so full of that amazing rock ‘n roll mojo.

This band is so incredible… I can’t even put into words how much I love this second single. Alabama Shakes have no doubt had an amazing two years. They exploded in 2013 and now it seems they’re only getting bigger, and better. In 2015 they have already announced a new tour, new album, and have made their second performance on SNL! It’s going to be another great year for them and I can’t hear what their sophomore album Sound and Color has in store. Gimme more Alabama Shakes. 

~ Jazz

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Flashback Friday 

SOHN- Artifice

Perfect friday night jam to get ready to or just relax and scroll through tumblr. Check out this electro vibey song. 

-K

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And since we're in a WARPAINT daze, have you guys checked out newly recorded "No Way Out"?

Apparently this is the first of many "new" songs to be released this year. Who else is stoked?

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2|28 WARPAINT @ FAIS DO DO

Saturday night Warpaint hosted a benefit show for John Marshall High in hopes of raising funds to save music in public education. The event was held at Fais DO DO near Culver City, Los Angeles. The venue resembled a warehouse but with a cool club edge that would attract LA's finest hipsters.  Members of Warpaint were struttin' around and were very much approachable although we were slightly apprehensible and for lack of a better word, nervous. 

The show itself was interesting, we arrived just as the second opener had finished their set so we roamed around the venue a bit. All proceeds from the show and hand painted tote bags (by Warpaint)  went to YAAAASS, the charity in which it was held for. Of course we snagged us some tote bags because ...Hello!? Warpaint..literally. 

The place was packed but not overwhelmingly so, the band started off with their self titled track "Warpaint" which I had yet to hear live. Everyone pretty much went nuts and the ladies followed with a great variety songs from Exquisite Corpse to Warpaint's self titled album. Theresa Wayman (guitarist) performed exceptionally passionate on this night, I believe they said that it was her idea to put the show together. Once they played "Undertow" the dance floor started thumping and grooving and it didn't stop after that, I myself was one of those groovers.   

This was my 4th time seeing Warpaint live; there is something so majestic and honest about the way they perform. I couldn't help but get a bit emotional once I heard the chords for "Burgundy" start to play. If you haven't already, go check out a Warpaint show because you will instantly be reminded of why you love music in the first place. 

-Kim

photos: jazz shademan

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Just a reminder..

THIS is happening this year! I know a lot of us are excited to see what's in store since their hiatus. 

My favorite band is back baby. Oh yesss! 

Leave your thoughts and comments down below. We'd love to hear what you think! 

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MEET JAZZ:

Jazz will be running this blog with me now, she is a music LOVER and fantastic photographer. You can check out her stuff on a link provided below. 

We are excited and can't wait to pour some of our blood, sweat and tears in reviewing shows, albums, singles...anything music related. 

Thank you to any one that is listening. Keep listening...Review coming up soon. 

DISCLAIMER:

Please do not steal photos they are professionally taken and if you do use them we'd appreciate a credit to the photographer. 

Gracias loves.

BYVE

Jazz photography:

jazzshademan.tumblr.com

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New Stuff...

Hey everyone! There's some exciting stuff brewing that I'd like to share with ya'll. Before Your Very Ears will have a bit of a makeover and we are adding a blogger as well. Stay Tuned, you will be hearing from us shortly. 

We are now operational. 

BYVE

 Kim / 2015

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Alt-J- Hunger Of The Pine

Alt-J released a music video for their song "Hunger of the Pine" and I must say that I cannot stop watching this video or listening to this song. I feel like it hits every element of emotion one can get through music. 

I also just love the whole "Hunger Gamesesque " imagery and yea I noticed the Miley Cyrus sample. But this here guys is sampling at its finest. Check it out Alt-J and Bangerz fans. 

Oh and by the way...I AM a female rebel. 

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Hello my fellow music aficionados. I have been meaning to do this for awhile but I finally succumbed to my inner desires. those of which being creating this music blog.

So Hello! Welcome to my blog. My name is Kim and I'm from Los Angeles, California. I am a self proclaimed music snob (well I say that loosely anyway) and collector of vinyl, cds, and concert tickets. I have no specific type of genre I lean more towards however I just found out what an Iggy Azaela is so.......you decide for yourself. 

Please stick around. Send me music recommendations or stuff to review. 

And as I say..."Never judge a band by their hair" cause you just never know. Ya know?

Music. Peace. 

-Kim