For Ear Sake is not a music blog that illegally shares albums, but an outlet geared toward supporting artists. You will get a full sense of what moves me musically through the albums reviewed, videos, and other miscellaneous music topics. For Ear Sake was created to shine a light on different genres, and educate individuals on the importance of supporting the artists we listen to. With an open mind and heart for music, not only will this be an adventure, but the perfect source for inspiration, and a journey for you and I respectively. "And through the production of music, we inspire beauty; a gift crafted perfectly with the lessons of life and the fantasy of our futures."

Monday, May 23, 2011


BLK JKS - ZOL! (2010)
Genres: Experimental, Rock, World

The BLK JKS are a Rock band that comes all the way from Johannesburg, South Africa. ZOL! is a 5-track EP that's packed with punch of Rock music with an African twist. It's a mixture that sits well together.

"ZOL! EP arrives around the same time of the World Cup’s arrival in the band’s Johannesburg hometown. Important, among other reasons, because we’re told the celebratory, upbeat, sunny “ZOL!” is a song about soccer. It doesn’t include any roaring guitar solos or psychedelic rock; instead, you get percussionist Tshepang Ramoba’s infectious vocals leading an “I can roll and shoot at the same time” call-and-response. It’s clearly a shift born out of genuine excitement." - Stereogum


I've known about the BLK JKS for some time now, but I didn't realize it. I've seen their debut album lingering around the web, and in various stores, but every time I saw their material, I pushed listening to them to the back of my mind. A friend of mine brought them to the forefront of my mind last year; and not even realizing who she was talking about, I listened to a story she had to share about them. She excitingly explained how she met the band because they had no place to sleep while on their US tour, so she allowed them to crash at her home. She also explained how cool they were. After hearing the story, I went home and googled them, and the material I've been dodging for months was once again before my eyes. It served as a sign to give their music a chance, so I did. The ZOL! EP was one of the few albums that I played to and from class for damn near the whole semester.

If you're a fan of Rock music and African chants, the ZOL! EP is recommended. Discogs has one copy available (here) if you're interested in purchasing a copy for yourself. However, please be cautious when purchasing from private sellers (check their feedback, communication skills, and pay via Paypal). I've also included my favorite track from the EP below. Enjoy!


BLK JKS - ZOL!

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The Goddess K said...

When I began listening to the track I didn't think I was going to like it because of the upbeat tempo, but it kind of grew on me.

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