SML's rising popularity leads to sold-out shows and added dates at Zebulon
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Sam Goldner
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The article covers the rising popularity of SML (Spontaneous Music Live), a Los Angeles-based quintet known for their slanted jazz sound. Following a New York Times profile and the release of their second album, the band scheduled two nights at Zebulon in Los Angeles, but demand was so high they added a third night. The piece contrasts this with their previous free shows for their 2024 debut LP, highlighting the band's growing momentum and the excitement surrounding their live performances.
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· 4 pulledLate last fall, word suddenly got out about SML, Los Angeles' latest torchbearers of slanted jazz.
Following a snazzy New York Times profile and a second album that teased their squiggly sound out to delightful new levels, the quintet had two dates set at Frogtown scenester mainstay Zebulon
Last time they played at Zeb, it was a similar two-night affair to celebrate the release of their 2024 debut LP—though both of those shows were free.
This time, both nights were selling so fast that they had to add a third.
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