About

And on the eighth day the Lord (of the Internet) said “Let there be a music blog that is not such a shit-show, that finds only the best tunes and delivers them to me in a timely and moderately entertaining manner.” And then I said, “Oh, you don’t know about The Burning Ear? Duh.”

The Burning Ear is a music blog for people who don’t have time for music blogs. TBE sifts through tons of new music and bring the best of the best right here. TBE focuses on new music but we aren’t about the bleeding edge, the next big thing, or the “new” new (There are plenty other music blogs for that). While other music blogs pillage through the interwebs to shove new updates out, TBE is only about the good stuff. The top notch. The tunes you will find here are tried and true and more than likely will come from an album full of similarly fantastic jams. With that in mind, TBE may even talk about a band you have already heard of like 5 weeks ago. Relax! Not everyone is so on top of their shit! Anyway, welcome. We are stoked to have you here.

Who runs this musical circus?

I’m Brandon and I’m based in Los Angeles although I started The Burning Ear from my couch in Warsaw, Poland, in February of 2009. I grew up in Los Angeles, CA and was musically raised by KROQ. I fell in love with music at an early age and it’s been my most successful relationship to date. I live for this music and having you come by and listen to the tunes I am digging is a huge honor. I hope you find something you love and I hope you will let me know when you do. Happy listening!

Send your questions, comments, concerns, or music to brandonzev [at] theburningear [dot] com but remember, NO ATTACHMENTS. They go straight to the trash and that place stinks.

Contributors

In the fall of 2010 resident party physician, and captain of all things “nurdy,” Joel joined TBE with a bang. He and has taken over Remix Party Playlists and everything Dub-Step. He focuses mostly on electronic music, but he doesn’t discriminate. You’ll see him posting a large variety of jams. Reach him here: Joel [at] theburningear [dot] com

In the summer of 2011 we welcomed Taylor to the team. He hails from Eureka in Northern California but I think we can put aside our Nor-Cal/So-Cal beef in the name of sweet jams. Email him here. Taylor [at] theburningear [dot] com

Written by: Brandon on February 8, 2009.

Doug

B-
Just found Phoenix at Last FM and I’m totally into these Frenchies!

“If I Ever Feel Better”? Don’t think so. Because that’s an easy listening JAM!!

Here’s hoping to see a post in the near future.

dob
Doug

B-
Just found Phoenix at Last FM and I’m totally into these Frenchies!

“If I Ever Feel Better”? Don’t think so. Because that’s an easy listening JAM!!

Here’s hoping to see a post in the near future.

dob
bmore bastard

like the pre-millenial flashback feature and hearing that song gave me a very weird pre-millenial flashback chill. no memories of innocence but i definitely remember hearing it on kroq.
bmore bastard

like the pre-millenial flashback feature and hearing that song gave me a very weird pre-millenial flashback chill. no memories of innocence but i definitely remember hearing it on kroq.
http://adubbz.deviantart.com/ Adubbz

This blog completes my life…Just let it rock at all the parties and of course throw the name out as much as possible…We need to meet up…and have a big party…Oh you agree? Perfect..my place or yours?
http://adubbz.deviantart.com Adubbz

This blog completes my life…Just let it rock at all the parties and of course throw the name out as much as possible…We need to meet up…and have a big party…Oh you agree? Perfect..my place or yours?
http://www.TheBurningEar.com/ Brandon @ TBE

Thanks Adubbz! Support like that means a lot! Definitely spread the word and if you ever make it to Warsaw well have a HUGE party! I’ll start making the guacamole…
http://www.theburningear.com/ T.B.E.

Thanks Adubbz! Support like that means a lot! Definitely spread the word and if you ever make it to Warsaw well have a HUGE party! I’ll start making the guacamole…
bmore bastard

Heyooo-
I find the new snapshot feature really annoying. I love your site though! Keep up the awesome music.
hoopstarr365

this blog is crazyy keep it up. also look out for mike posner. he’s making some hot new shit. get his mixtape free on iTunes U.
hoopstarr365

this blog is crazyy keep it up. also look out for mike posner. he’s making some hot new shit. get his mixtape free on iTunes U.
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jance

he there,

i am very happy i found your site, cous your taste of music i very good!
one question: the songs can be downloaded is this legal?
are all the songs free from the label an artist side!

keep on and all the best from berlin
jance

he there,

i am very happy i found your site, cous your taste of music i very good!
one question: the songs can be downloaded is this legal?
are all the songs free from the label an artist side!

keep on and all the best from berlin
daftpunkydavid

happy belated b-day bro!! hope all’s well :-)
daftpunkydavid

happy belated b-day bro!! hope all’s well :-)
bmore bastard

Heyooo-
I find the new snapshot feature really annoying. I love your site though! Keep up the awesome music.
Brandon @ TBE

Thanks Dave!
Dan S

Brandon,
You crashed on my couch in Omaha and I took you to the zoo. Love the site man. Been following for a while now. Here is a suggestion for you: Tim and Jean. http://www.myspace.com/wearetimandjean
Brandon @ TBE

Dan! My man in Omaha! You know I still tell anyone who will listen about our adventures through your fair town, zoo, bars, and all! Thanks for the tip on Tim and Jean! I grabbed their one jam and have been digging it big time. A post is forthcoming ;)
Brandon @ TBE

Dan! My man in Omaha! You know I still tell anyone who will listen about our adventures through your fair town, zoo, bars, and all! Thanks for the tip on Tim and Jean! I grabbed their one jam and have been digging it big time. A post is forthcoming ;)
http://trickaduu.com/ Mark Hayes

Great music, similar tastes or we're getting emailed the same mp3s! Keep them coming!
Vishnu

Just got filthy dukes – nonsense in the dark.. mann i love this song.. thnx burnin ear.. Merry Christmas n Cheers!!
Brandon @ TBE

Thanks man, I checked out your blog too and am definitely gonna have to give it some more time when I have it! Cheers!
Brandon @ TBE

Yessss! Such a great track. You are very welcome Vishnu, and Merry Christmas to you too!
eddyhamelin

You should check out Lioness – You're my heart
http://trickaduu.com/ Mark Hayes

I enjoy an odd ramble but the music speaks for itself!
Brandon @ TBE

Just found it! Thanks.
DC Chick

Hey there Brandon! Love your website/blog!! You should really check out Parachute Musical (based out of Nashville currently). Seriously awesome guys and the lead singer, Josh Foster, just happens to be an old friend. I'm only telling you this because he's ridiculously talented and even if you don't particularly love his style, you have to admit that he is freaking amazing. He writes all of his own music.. Just good stuff! Happy listening!
http://twitter.com/obviouslysingle Eddy

Check out Delorean – Deli http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43gmbza86AA
http://twitter.com/LozzaUKNZ Laurie Evans

Dude this music blog is sick I never check music blogs, apart from this because its so fucking good. Found so much new music, so easy to download mixes, great layout, just overall fucking good stuff. THANKS MAN!
http://www.TheBurningEar.com/ Brandon @ TBE

Thanks Laurie! That means a lot! Leave more comments, I’m curious what else you are loving!
Kanakdan

how do i get the remix songs to play with a mac? they were able to preview on a pc that i used
califia

my request for 2011 is GIRLS t-shirt shapes!! otherwise, TBE is perfect. cheers brandon!
http://www.TheBurningEar.com/ Brandon @ TBE

The player should work in all browsers on both PC and Mac.
http://www.TheBurningEar.com/ Brandon @ TBE

Shirts are unisex! Check em out on a girl here http://www.americanapparel.com/tr401w.html?cid=199
Girls have definitely bought them and are happily looking awesome!
Vaidehireddy85

Hey Brandon, love your website, I’ve gotten some really awesome songs off here! Just thought I’d give you a heads up about a new remix that pretty much rocks my socks. It’s the remix of PNAU’s “The Truth” by Sam La More. It’s quite literally the best remix I’ve heard in a while!
http://www.TheBurningEar.com/ Brandon @ TBE

Thanks! I’m glad you have found good stuff! I’m definitely digging that remix but couldn’t find an mp3 anywhere…
Vai

I converted from the entire track from Youtube. Let me know if you want it, I could send it to you via e-mail!
http://www.TheBurningEar.com/ Brandon @ TBE

I love getting music in my email!
Arcade Discoforgia

Brand new remix from Discoforgia, Turin, Italy: THE TING TINGS “HANDS” (Discoforgia Remix)

http://soundcloud.com/arcade-z/the-ting-tings-hands-discoforgia-remix

Check It Out ;)

Cheers,

Arcade Z

http://www.facebook.com/arcadez
http://www.facebook.com/arcade.discoforgia
http://soundcloud.com/arcade-z
http://soundcloud.com/arcade-discoforgia
joshpthespecialist

So digging all the choons here! Mr. Brandon you are a big huge cup of awesomness!

Heres a vid for you from a track that YOU sir posted!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-K1zSKvJsZE

Wiz Khalifa – Black & Yellow (dj kue mix) joshp sidvid
http://twitter.com/CaptinPlanit Captin Planit

Just came across this blog as I hop on the dubstep train nearly a decade late. In addition to the unbelievably convenient and necessary dubstep roundups, I noticed all the other great music you folks plug as well. You guys are responsible for my new favorite blog. Thanks for all the hard work.
http://www.TheBurningEar.com/ Brandon @ TBE

Thanks Captin! It means a lot. I’m sure Joel and Scott are stoked to have you on board their dub-step train as well! Don’t be a stranger!
http://twitter.com/melgody Melody Gutierrez

I wanted to let you know that I linked to one of your songs on my SEO blog about mental clarity and writing.
http://mwp.marcusandtickle.com/2011/02/write-to-remember-and-forget/
But anyway, are you still living in Poland?
http://www.TheBurningEar.com/ Brandon @ TBE

Hi Melody, yeah link away! That’s great.

Yeah, I’m in Warsaw. I’m not really sure about the dubstep scene here. Doesn’t seem too prevalent but then again it’s not really my bag. That’s way more Joel & Scott’s territory.
Chris Chackal

Hey Brandon its chris your distant cousin. Awesome blog…love the D4D song love is dangerous. Thanks for this!
http://www.TheBurningEar.com/ Brandon @ TBE

Hey Chris! Yeah, a little bit of Polish funk for us! Thanks for the love!
Nlooney10

If you can check out MC Xander who just came out with his first studio album.
Krystian Wolowski

hi, my masages can’t be deliver to you (I don’t know why?)… anyway- thanks for an answer. check this out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tL_E9c2zias
Krystian D4D