@veronatheband i could throw up on my own legs you guys are so awesome.
— Michael feels Chen (@atomic_rectum) March 4, 2012
Hello Verona fans!
It’s almost 2013 and I have a little story that I want to share.
I strolled around the shops today and as I weaved my way around coffee drinkers and boutique stores (that were closed grr…) I wondered what Simon had been up to. I hadn’t seen him in a while so I called him.
“Hi Simon. I’m at the cafe a few blocks from your house. Let’s grab a coffee.”
“I’ll be there in 10 minutes,” Simon quickly agreed.
10 minutes later and we were sitting outside a local cafe catching up on all the news. “Wow… It’s been a while…” I secretly thought. “Simon’s hair has grown. A lot. It’s really curly.”
well this is like porn for your ears courtesy of @veronatheband !!! bit.ly/Ai1Oeq
— ilovepie (@ilovepie) January 28, 2012
As we caught up on where our lives had taken us in 2012, the conversation inevitably meandered its way towards our passion project: Verona. Sweet, sweet Verona.
For all the budding chefs, I liken Verona to cinnamon. I believe they share similar qualities; incredibly sweet with the profound and magical ability to transform and transcend a dish, but also bitter if not careful.
As we reflected on 2012, a few major themes came to light; most notably:
@veronatheband Absolutely love your voice and the beats are amazing!
— Brooke Carroll (@BrookeeeC) November 22, 2011
2012: A year of personal growth
Myself and Simon were both finalising our outstanding commitments, and had started to focus on our own individual projects. As a result, Verona took a back seat because we both had to undertake a journey; to live life; to experience it with joy and abandon; to learn; to grow; and to develop both personally and professionally so that when we picked up the reins again, we could jump in with both feet with a deeper understanding and appreciation.
Best band ever! Check them out @veronatheband.
— Jame Ford (@JameFord) April 22, 2012
Despite the hiatus Verona has grown. A lot!
An extra 6,000 Facebook fans and 3,000 Twitter followers to be a little more precise. Way. To. Go. Guys!!
This was a big (and pleasant) surprise. The regular Facebook posts from listeners requesting more songs and release dates was fantastic. (“People like the music? I thought only my mum and my tone-deaf friends would like it. Honest.”) Who knew..
It is truly touching to know that the music we create and distribute for free is loved and strikes a chord with others, and that there are people who patiently very patiently wait for more.
Your support, encouragement and comments are amazing pick-me-ups. You guys rock! (A lot!)
@veronatheband Loving your music!!
— Holly (@HollySmileyFace) January 5, 2012
We’ve come full circle
They say that if you love someone, you can let them go. If it’s meant to be, one day they will return. I want to know that music is something that I truly love; something that forms a core part of who I am; and something that I seek on my own accord.
After a long hiatus, I sat at my piano last month and played. It wasn’t until then that I realised how much I had missed music. I found notes and chords that expressed what my words could not. It felt… nice. (There was that click so to speak.)
It was here that a seed was planted, and it kept growing and growing. I had to find a way back.
@veronatheband music like yours makes me feel like I belong to another galaxy. Fresh tunes! I dig
— Dean Brown (@DeanieBeanie) December 12, 2011
Our vision
Our vision is to make music that takes every listener on a voyage.
To connect on a deep level with every listener, to create consumable songs to love and share, and to make the music available for FREE.
We want to continually release new songs on a regular cycle, and this is where YOU can help!
If you like what you hear, leave a note and let us know. Share our music. Tell your friends about it. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
Let’s grow together.
Until next time,
Kym
P.S. Merry Christmas everyone and here’s to an amazing 2013.
Some of our favourite tweets
@veronatheband you are incredible :] keep doing your stuff XD
— emel godoy (@emel_1895) November 18, 2011
Currently listening to and loving Hero by Verona. Get it here: theburningear.com/2011/12/the-be…
— Steve Van Dorn (@stevevandorn) January 6, 2012
The music world just got shitted on by this genius( @veronatheband ). I AM SUCH A FAN. youtube.com/watch?feature=…
— Llalla (@TonySmut) October 13, 2011
if u want a chill out then u should listen to this youtube.com/watch?v=f5ICQL…. This is @veronatheband and I think its gr8…..go on have a listen.
— jackie Smith (@Cherry1a) December 27, 2011
@veronatheband this is sick!
— Spice Rack (@SpiceRack69) November 23, 2011
