The "Jo-Bros" definitely aren't the same boys they used to be. Ditching their purity rings and taking a break from their boy band, these three brothers truly have reassembled better than ever before. Nicholas, Joseph and Kevin, the boys that stole my heart in late 2006 have majestically transformed into a new man band but still know how to tear on a girl's heartstrings. Recently I found a cover brilliantly sung by the three of Frank Ocean's "Thinking About You" and was in disbelief of how mature their sound has become, how controlled their music has developed, and more importantly, how passionate they continue to be about their craft. Let's be honest, I love the Jonas Brothers. (My favorite being Nick, of course.) But after so much time how can someone still be crazy about the boy band they grew up with?
1. That's exactly why. I grew up with them. Only being a few years younger than the youngest member, Nick, they became my inspirations musically as well as morally. After their "loss of innocence" (removal of purity rings) they showed their fans it's okay to grow up and move forward with your life. Not everyone will be a virgin, forever. Other than Steve Carrell. Or the pope.
2. They're constantly making "fun" music. No matter what your definition of fun is, it's the Jonas Brothers that will constantly match those words. Unless those chosen words are ones used in unhappy eulogies. It's difficult to stop yourself from dancing.
3. Nick's high notes. Truly, they're the best around. He's beautiful at hitting them right on the top and refusing to settle for anything less than perfection. He can make any girl swoon.
4. Joe's charming tambre. Although he doesn't seem as experienced as Nick, the youngest member and Broadway star, he's got a very exciting and happy tone to his voice. He's in the business because he loves it, not because he wants to be the best one of the three and it's easy to see whether he's cracking a joke or singing a verse.
5. Their love of their fans. Since day one the boys have constantly given back to their fans in however they possibly can. I've been a direct recipient of this love when I entered a contest set up by the boys to win tickets to see them at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut and won. They're always very supportive as we are of them and it's never faded.
6. Band Instruments are always included. Whether it's a show or a track, they're always trying to incorporate the newest and most unexpected instrument into their orchestra.
7. Kevin's drive for entertainment. Kevin's the show master, always wanting to give the best show out there, wanting to make sure his brothers and their fans get the best entertainment around. On his E! t.v. show following the life of his family, including wife Danielle Deleasa, or on the stage, he always gives his best, most honest performance.
8. Pom Poms. Their newest single is definitely following traditional sound with a slightly different content of lyrics. "Put your pom poms down for me," can be taken in many different ways and regardless of your interpretation, you won't stop yourself from putting it on repeat and singing along.
9. They're attractive. Does this really need explanation?
10. As much as they've grown, they haven't changed. They'll always be our Jonas Brothers, the family we love and will never forget about.
Check out their cover of "Thinking About You" by Frank Ocean at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood, CA in November, 2012.
