@Khruangbin 's Laura Lee On Creating A Sound And Identity That’s Uniquely Yours | Friend of a Friend

This week Liv is joined by Khruangbin’s iconic bassist Laura Lee. Also known as “Leezy” on stage, Laura and her bandmates Mark and DJ have an instantly recognizable sound - a blend of funk, soul, and disco - that’s cultivated them a massive fan-base, with sold out tours, festival headlines, and collaborations with the likes of Leon Bridges. In this episode, Laura takes us through the inception of the band from their early days in Houston to the barn they record their music in, how she uses fashion to create her on-stage persona, and gives us a behind-the-scenes of their latest record, Mordechai Remixes.

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[The_Greech]

Having dinner together every week for 3 years before ever playing music together is absolutely charming ❤

[beksinski]

The Leon Bridges collaboration is a such a gift.

[knucklesmagoo]

I'm 51 and have to say one of the best groups I've heard in a long time . Great music love it

[royalewithcheese]

"If you're interested, you'll figure it out." Sums it up perfectly.

[justinwager]

What I love about this band is how despite being flash they’re thing is simple and basic in the best way, and it just works, it’s just the three of them, no overdubbing, transparent about gear and setup, and it just works.

[grizelda]

Fantastic band. Her bass lines are super tasty. She seems to be a very cool person too.

[rael]

She comes across so grounded, it's the key to a happy life.
You can see how much she loves doing what she's doing.

[LexTNeville]

Best musical coincidence ever for me. On a cringe bender with friends searching for 'Evanescence', and 'Evan Finds the Third Room' came on next and snapped us back into a realm of good taste and vibes. That was years ago. Have loved them ever since.

[GoSilvio]

You can tell the bass is what Laura feels comfortable with, she's phenomenal!

[JessicaNewton]

I think the thumbnail for this video is incorrect.

[fabiolalima]

This band live is def a gift you all have to give yourselves

[narieee]

She is the definition of sensualness on stage

[paulking]

Clearly an organic collaboration, they sound authentic and inspired. Not trying to be a pervert but I am captivated & hypnotised by Laura's stage presence, for sure together the group are magic.

[pixelcultmedia]

I love the way she flawlessly broke down the sound of the band.

[sillabaez]

Yeah that is not Laura Lee from Khruangbin on thumbnail, this should be corrected

[tonydeaton]

She is actually quite the bass player. Talented in the extreme. The whole band is great.

[garythomas]

I came across khruangbin from a newspaper story in some packing paper. I read the article, saw their picture, and being a musician, I had to check them out.
Love s first listen. Been a fan ever since. Two years of khruangbin and they are still so fresh.

[zayaermalik]

She is so beautiful and her sound is so unique

[TheCcmarine]

Laura Lee is the most interesting artist/person and I just want to know more about her. Such a cool story about Tuesday nights etc. Thanks for the video and interview.

[marcoortiz]

Thank you algorithm, but 5:42 minutes is a crime!!!! I love this woman. Great to hear another interview with her. Thanks for posting.