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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! Just don’t sample the music you already have. Anyway, welcome. We are stoked to have you here.

Send your questions, comments, concerns, or music to brandonzev [at] theburningear [dot] com

Who is behind this circus?

That would be me. Brandon Bogajewicz. 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 am currently based in Warsaw, Poland, but can often be found elsewhere. 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!

February 8, 2009

{ 22 comments }

1 Doug April 3, 2009 at 6:27 pm: 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
2 bmore bastard April 13, 2009 at 9:53 pm: 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.
3 Adubbz April 25, 2009 at 8:03 pm: 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?
4 T.B.E. April 27, 2009 at 2:12 pm: 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…
5 bmore bastard April 29, 2009 at 2:52 am: Heyooo-
I find the new snapshot feature really annoying. I love your site though! Keep up the awesome music.
6 hoopstarr365 May 9, 2009 at 10:14 pm: 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.
7 jance September 8, 2009 at 5:46 pm: 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
8 daftpunkydavid September 16, 2009 at 1:05 am: happy belated b-day bro!! hope all’s well :-)
9 bmore bastard October 6, 2009 at 10:49 am: Heyooo-
I find the new snapshot feature really annoying. I love your site though! Keep up the awesome music.
10 Brandon @ TBE October 6, 2009 at 12:24 pm: Thanks Dave!
11 Dan S November 21, 2009 at 5:22 pm: 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
12 Brandon @ TBE November 24, 2009 at 1:51 pm: 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 ;)
13 Brandon @ TBE November 24, 2009 at 9:51 pm: 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 ;)
14 Mark Hayes December 21, 2009 at 9:32 pm: Great music, similar tastes or we're getting emailed the same mp3s! Keep them coming!
15 Vishnu December 24, 2009 at 2:56 pm: Just got filthy dukes – nonsense in the dark.. mann i love this song.. thnx burnin ear.. Merry Christmas n Cheers!!
16 Brandon @ TBE December 29, 2009 at 10:21 pm: Thanks man, I checked out your blog too and am definitely gonna have to give it some more time when I have it! Cheers!
17 Brandon @ TBE December 29, 2009 at 10:33 pm: Yessss! Such a great track. You are very welcome Vishnu, and Merry Christmas to you too!
18 eddyhamelin December 31, 2009 at 12:46 am: You should check out Lioness – You're my heart
19 Mark Hayes December 31, 2009 at 9:49 am: I enjoy an odd ramble but the music speaks for itself!
20 Brandon @ TBE December 31, 2009 at 10:40 am: Just found it! Thanks.
21 DC Chick April 5, 2010 at 1:21 pm: 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!
22 Eddy September 1, 2010 at 9:22 pm: Check out Delorean – Deli http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43gmbza86AA