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Your Very Own... is a term often used endearingly to end a letter, to encompass something personal. Lately, Your Very Own... has been referring to the new dynamic band in Los Angeles CA, but nevertheless, the definition stays true. Your Very Own... has gone through a few lineup changes but has finally found the right team. Donald Barjas, the lead singer/guitar player, moved to LA in August of 2007 from Cottonwood, Arizona to pursue a career in the music world. Donald started the project upon moving to Los Angeles to hone his skills as a singer/songwriter, and what started as a solo project has turned into a full effort thanks to Brant Kortman, Billy Hathaway, and Christian Hogan. All four members are enrolled at the Musician's Institute for their respective crafts. Brant Kortman joined the group in July of '09, and his technical proficiency adds a textural breath of fresh air to the set. Billy Hathaway rolls twenty deep, and Christian Hogan was unreachable for comment due to several layers of drums separating him from civilization. The debut release, "Do I Have Your Attention? Good." is set to release on iTunes, Amazon, and Smartpunk as of June 28th 2009. "Do I Have Your Attention? Good" displays the diversity and color of Your Very Own... which is only a precursor to the upcoming full length album entitled "Gemini". Drawing influence from bands such as Brand New, Death Cab For Cutie, and The Spill Canvas, Your Very Own brings indie and mainstream music into an interesting new platform not unlike TV realism. Your Very Own... shows both personal and innovative lyrics along with creative melodies reminiscent of early Counting Crows. Performing with such acts as The Audition, Envy On The Coast, and Danger Radio, Your Very Own... is steadily gaining momentum in the underground scene.