The Strange Familiar

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As seen / heard on the 2008 Teen Choice Award Winning series "The Secret Life of the American Teenager" TSF's first single, "Courage Is...", was featured in all promos used to launch this brand new hit show from ABC Family. Without radio play, it quickly became a huge fan favorite, especially online, generating over 40,000 downloads for this currently unsigned band. The Strange Familiar broke into the top 10 on iTunes in the Rock category and stayed in the Top 100 for several weeks. TSF continues to hold the Top Unsigned artist spot on Myspace from their region.

The Strange Familiar is the brainchild of two young musicians who've been performing and writing together since they were 14 years old. Kira and Jeff met in grade school, and through the years have developed their soulful rock sound that is equally heartfelt and powerful. After ten years of performing and selling thousands of CDs with their former band, Jaded Era, they not only have made themselves a staple in their local music scene, but their catchy songwriting skills also garnered them major label attention. Ashlee Simpson recorded and released "Invisible" (21 Billboard, 1 iTunes) as a single for her platinum selling album, "I Am Me"; a song Kira and Jeff penned when they were only 17. After spending most of 2006 writing and recording demos for their new project, Kira and Jeff were ready to return to the studio. This time they were extremely blessed to work with producer Brian Malouf (Dave Mathews, Everclear, Lisa Loeb), for several weeks in Studio City, CA. With the launch of their new EP, Kira and Jeff have recently decided to relocate to Los Angeles along with their bass player, Frank Freeman, whose drive and love for music matches their own. The Strange Familiar's 5-song debut EP, captures the essence of their music in a way that is both truthful and inspiring, intimate and yet powerful. "You Can't Go Back" is aptly named as a reflection on all that these young musicians have been through, and where they are now headed.

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Thanks to everyone who came out to Tangier's on Friday. Wow, what a great turnout & you helped raise a lot for a great cause! Thank again!
12:11 PM November 29

TSF live in LA Tomorrow Night October 1st!

Molly Malones

575 S. Fairfax

Los Angeles, CA 90036

21+ only

9pm

$8 at the door

See event for more details.

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Video Contest!! Nov 18
TSF Christmas Song In Stores Now! Nov 5
Music Video Featuring "I Just Want To Love You" Oct 10

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Apr 12, 11:33 PM

Great work guys! Definate accomplishment to be proud of...My favorite song is "Courage Is", and would love to hear it played on some major radio stations, if you can find a way to get it there. It deserves to be shared with as wide a range of an audience as possible. It is that good! As well as all your music...Not to mention the well-deserved monetary compensation. Gives inspiration to other artists such as myself, when someone you admire does good. Looking forward to hearing your new album,... More...
Dec 27, 09:02 AM

I live in sachse/wylie, tx but I put dallas because it's the central part
Nov 25 2008, 11:55 AM

Jeff, where are the song previews you were supposed to send me???? I think I'll set you up with a lifetime supply of mustard!!!
Nov 03 2008, 06:27 PM

Hi Ki! Miss you and not Jeff! LOL!
Ziplok
Oct 21 2008, 09:47 PM
Sep 08 2008, 01:25 PM

jaja saber sabor
jerjer
Jul 28 2008, 11:53 AM

read my review of courage is and other music reviews at www.oddmo.com.
Jul 26 2008, 10:48 AM

courage is the most amazing song. just makes any problem seem so distant and dissolved. Thanks for the beautiful melody