Biography
Magnetic Ear is a pocket brass band that represents a contemporary approach to New Orleans brass band traditions. The ensemble's core instrumentation consists of two saxophones, two trombones, sousaphone, and drums, creating a compact yet powerful sound that draws from the rich heritage of brass band music. The group's style bridges traditional New Orleans jazz and brass band conventions with modern sensibilities, positioning them within the broader context of contemporary American brass music.
Fun Facts
- Magnetic Ear's instrumentation as a 'pocket brass band' represents a scaled-down but potent version of traditional New Orleans brass ensembles
- The band released an album titled 'Aliens of Extraordinary Ability' on an independent label, suggesting a DIY or independent music ethos
- Their style belongs to the broader tradition of New Orleans brass band music, connecting them to decades of American musical heritage
Musical Connections
Key Collaborators
- Band Members - Core ensemble members (Aliens of Extraordinary Ability (Independent)) [Active period unknown]
Discography
Albums
| Title | Release Date | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Up From Below - 10th Anniversary Edition | 2009-07-07 | Album |
| Up from Below | 2009-07-14 | Album |
| Up From Below | 2009 | Album |
| Here | 2012-05-29 | Album |
| HOPE Campaign Tribute Album 2010 | 2006 | Album |
| Here | 2012-05-29 | Album |
| Live In No Particular Order: 2009 - 2014 | 2015-10-09 | Album |
| PersonA | 2016-04-15 | Album |
| Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros | 2013-01-01 | Album |
| Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros (Deluxe Edition) | 2013-07-23 | Album |
| Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros | 2013-07-23 | Album |
| The Flaming Lips and Heady Fwends | 2012-06-25 | Album |
| Up From Below | 2009-07-12 | Album |
| Up From Below - 10th Anniversary Edition | 2009-07-07 | Album |
| Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros | 2013-01-01 | Album |
Top Tracks
- Home - 2019 Remaster (Up From Below - 10th Anniversary Edition)
- Home (Up from Below)
- Home (Up From Below)
- 40 Day Dream - 2019 Remaster (Up From Below - 10th Anniversary Edition)
- Man on Fire (Here)
- Janglin - 2019 Remaster (Up From Below - 10th Anniversary Edition)
- Man on Fire (Here)
- Home
- Home (featuring the Gulu Widows Choir) (HOPE Campaign Tribute Album 2010)
- That's What's Up (Here)
External Links
- Spotify
- [Wikipedia](Not found in search results)
- MusicBrainz
Heard on WWOZ
Magnetic Ear has been played 2 times on WWOZ 90.7 FM, New Orleans' jazz and heritage station.
| Date | Time | Title | Show | Spotify |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 27, 2026 | 08:46 | 99 Luftballonsfrom Live at Vaughans | The Morning Setw/ Fox Duhon or Mark LaMaire | |
| Nov 27, 2025 | 11:42 | Turkey On The Westbankfrom Aliens Of Extraordinary Ability | New Orleans Music Showw/ Michael Dominici |