Jookabox is a ghost soul punk band from Indianapolis, IN. Originally called Grampall Jookabox, the band began as a one-man band whose live show included multi-instrument looping and lighted sweat bands. The group has recently grown to four members, and includes former members of Indy psych-pop band Everthus the Deadbeats. Themes of the paranormal, spiritual, and divine love permeate Jookabox songs. Their recordings have always covered a lot of ground in terms of genres, but usually include grimy distorted beats and sped up or slowed down vocals. Jookabox has consequently drawn comparisons to Ween, Beck, and The Godz. Jookabox’s new album, Dead Zone Boys, will be released November 3 on Asthmatic Kitty Records.
Prince / I Would Die 4 U
I ought to have this song playing on a loop all day, because it makes me do everything better and faster. It’s good to be reminded of the people you would die for, and it makes you want to work hard in case you have to do it soon. This song reminds me of a hymn from church, ‘There is no greater love, no greater love, than to lay down your life for a friend’. The scene in Purple Rain where The Kid’s Dad tells his wife he would die for her is devastating.
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