The Lava Brothers

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"Sophisticated and soulful pop"

Grandsons of jazz and "Batman" composer Neal Hefti, we're a Chicago band making music that reviews have called "sophisticated and soulful pop" with "gorgeous harmonies." Our relationship is filled with laughter, resentments, mind-sharing, and brick walls. Together, we aim to make music for both the head and the heart.

Jesse, oldest: songs, vocals, guitar.

Josh, middle: songs, vocals, keyboard, drums, guitar, production, mixing.

Gabe, youngest: bass, plus really good ice cream.

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Critical praise for "Waking Birds Will Harmonize":

"All 13 pop songs swoop and soar, with a rich rock beat driving 'Where Is The Rose” and gorgeous vocal harmonies guiding 'Fly.'" - Illinois Entertainer
"Sophisticated and soulful pop ... Fans of Rufus Wainwright and Steely Dan will find plenty to swoon over.” - TimeOut Chicago
"Well-crafted and complex, mellow, and laid-back pop songs." - ADD Reviews

Family tidbits: Jesse wrote "You Are Good Enough" for Josh. Josh wrote "The Other Side" for Jesse and "October" for their mother, who died when they were kids.

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