Julia Holter – Horns Surrounding Me (Alternate Version)

On Julia Holter’s 2013 album ‘Loud City Song’, ‘Horns Surrounding Me’ was a warped mix of brash synths and, of course, strident brass. For her upcoming live album ‘In The Same Room’, Julia has chosen to revisit the track, but has also decided to completely reinvent it, turning into an evocative yet ethereal slice of alternative jazz.

Gone are the horns and synths. In their place comes Julia’s languid voice accompanied by stark piano melodies, upright bass licks and sweeps of viola, as well as movements that feel entirely improvisational. It slows down the pace too, totally transforming the overall tone of the track. With this alternate version of ‘Horns Surrounding Me’, Julia has shown just how adaptable her music really is.