i like the melody and the voice, good job

Nice sound. Lovely vocals. Cool production.

Well delivered emotionally charged vocals with cool instrumentation...👊🤘

Awesome vocals. Very well performed piece. Superh

Great song, great sound. Awesome vocals with a good range. Followed and taken into my playlist

Pot's - World of Indie and Retro Sounds Part II

This song started out many years ago as a novelty party spoof on blues. I would ad lib the lyrics and improvise an accompaniment on acoustic guitar which meant no two performances were ever the same. See Retrospection’s Facebook page for a sample.

Recently I decided to do a serious blues rock version and this current track has been inspired by the blues rock style of Eric Clapton and the licks by other blues artists. The lyrics still do contain just a little hint of the mischievous fun from the old party days.

Back Fence Blues

"Last Call" is a pop-rock ballad about pouring your heart into something without any immediate payoff — and wondering if you should keep going. It captures that three-feet-from-gold moment, when exhaustion sets in and the dream (personified as “you”) feels distant, yet your heart knows it’s yours. Rooted in perseverance, it’s a reminder to hold on even when the world gives you every reason to walk away. Drawn from my own journey — leaving India to pursue music in the U.S., with family half a world away — the song blends synthy textures with rock guitars and drums, beginning with a spacey openness and building into a gritty, anthemic climax: a sonic embodiment of resilience.

Lyrics:

Took a plunge off the pier
Shook hands with my fears
Struck a deal with hope
All just to hold you close

Haven't seen my family in years
Learnt to laugh, love through my tears
Crossed the seven seas
But you don't seem to see

The way I try hard to make you mine
Yet you turn away
(You) find someone else to bless,
to take my place

How u wander though you know
You can make me your home
And I don't know where to stop
I go on, on, on…

To my last call
Once (and) for all
I've waited way too long
Here's the last one
Then I'm done
But you're my only one
Maybe I'm foolish, maybe I'm vain
but I can't go on living this way
it's the last call
(The) last one
then I will be gone

Now I've made a few mistakes
And that's how we up the stakes
I've found peace in that face
And love in myself
Tryna be with you has taught me the best
And all I ask from you is a yes, yes

In the last call
Once (and) for all
(I've) waited (for) way too long
Here's the last one
then I'm done
You're my only one
Maybe I'm foolish, maybe I'm vain
But (I)can't go on living this way
Here’s the last call
(The) last one
then I will be gone

Last Call

About a guy who reflects back on an early love and wonders what life would have been with her.


Lyrics:

Once In A While
© 2002 Gary Randman

[Verse 1]
Long time ago
In a town near the coast
Met a girl named Jolene
For a little while we were real close

We’d runaway
To go hide in the caves
Where we talked and we laugh
And we fell in love, it was true love

[Chorus]
Once in a while
Thinking of her
What it be like
Life together now

[Verse 2]
She’d always say
To be strong not afraid
So I gave her my heart
If I would hurt she would heal me

Cold winter days
Lying close feeling safe
And we held on so tight
It felt so good and it felt right

[Chorus]
Once in a while
Thinking of her
What it be like
Life together now

[Verse 3]
Remember the day
She moved away
And we kissed one last time
She said good luck, don’t forget me


[Chorus]
Once in a while
Thinking of her
What it be like
Life together now

[Outro]
Now I’m living with someone else
It’s good but I think
If I was still with her now
Would it be the same?

Once In A While (Demo)

This is the musical journey accompanying the harrowing events of Book 3 of "Hinter uns das Land" ("Behind Us The Land"), a poignant novel by Frank Talmon l'Armée. As the war closes in, the Feyerabend family, along with countless others, is forced to make the heart-wrenching decision to flee their beloved home in East Prussia. This collection of 16 tracks captures the emotional turmoil and the perilous journey that unfolds, painting a vivid sonic picture of a family caught in the midst of historical upheaval.

Book 3 plunges the listener into the chaos and fear of the final days of the war in East Prussia. The once-familiar streets of Danzig (now Gdańsk) become a haunting labyrinth of desperation and uncertainty as Inge and her family navigate the treacherous path to the harbor. The music reflects the growing tension, the ever-present threat, and the agonizing choices forced upon those seeking refuge. You will sense in the music the desperation of many refugees, but also their determination to survive.

The journey culminates in the boarding of the "Lappland," a vessel overflowing with refugees, all carrying their own stories of loss and hope. As the ship embarks across the vast and unforgiving Baltic Sea, the music evokes the vastness of the ocean, the precariousness of their situation, and the uncertain future that awaits them. You can hear in the sounds the inner turmoil of the characters: the children who do not yet fully comprehend what is happening and the adults who try to hold on to hope in the face of unimaginable fear.

From haunting melodies that echo the emptiness of a lost home to surging orchestrations that mirror the turbulent sea, this soundtrack captures the full spectrum of human emotion in times of war. Moments of quiet reflection are interspersed with powerful, driving rhythms, reflecting the resilience and determination of those who refuse to give up hope, although they know their lives will never be the same.

This musical collection offers a unique and immersive experience, drawing the listener deeper into the world of "Hinter uns das Land." It's a testament to the enduring power of family, the unwavering human spirit, and the search for peace amidst the ravages of war.

Discover the musical soul of "Hinter uns das Land"!

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Life’s Uncertain Path Leads Us

One night, stranded in LA after a gig with a dead phone and no bus in sight, a stranger offered me a ride. Though hesitant, I trusted my intuition and accepted. They turned out to be kind, sharing life advice that stayed with me. 
The song, inspired by that experience, explores how, even in a world where fear and caution are necessary, we still yearn for connection and trust. It’s a reflection on the beauty of unexpected human bonds, vulnerability, and hope — a message that feels more urgent than ever.
 
The song was co-produced with the late Jesse Colin Young (of the 60s hit Get Together), and was recorded live in the studio with legends Laurence Juber (Grammy-winning guitarist for Paul McCartney's Wings), Kenny Aronoff (John Mellencamp), and Jorgen Carlsson (Gov't Mule).

Lyrics:

Verse1

Summer skies and neon signs
But I was lost in the night
You called out, but no reply
Coz you seemed suspiciously nice

Verse2

Nothing else was in sight
And I kinda needed that ride
Something told me I'd be alright
But (I) had to think twice, I wonder why

Prechorus

In a world of deep blue riptides,
We build our walls up high
But don't we wish and hope to God we find
Find a little sunshine

Chorus

You could be my perfect stranger, You and I
don't you think our crossing paths (is) a perfect sign
I could be your perfect stranger, You and I
And we could find a little sunshine

Verse3

I get too stuck up sometimes
I say I'm doing just fine
coz if I ask for help it might
Make 'em think I'm the weak type

Prechorus

In a world of deep blue riptides,
We build our walls up high
But don't we wish and hope to God we find
Find a little sunshine

Chorus

You could be my perfect stranger, You and I
Don't you think our crossing paths (is) a perfect sign
I could be your perfect stranger, You and I
And we could find a little sunshine

Bridge

Passing by,
I see the diamonds in the sky
I see them in your eyes,
All this time
Didn’t you realize
We have found that light

Chorus

You could be my perfect stranger, You and I
Don't you think our crossing paths (is) a perfect sign
I could be your perfect stranger, You and I
And we could find a little sunshine

You could be my perfect stranger, You and I
Don't you think our crossing paths (is) a perfect sign
I could be your perfect stranger, You and I
And we could find a little sunshine

A Little Sunshine

First go at a Shoegaze-esque song. Let me know...

Passages

Chacun de nous peut mettre un prénom, un visage, sur "Quelqu'un, quelque part".
Spécial remerciement à Discovery Playlists, et à Trending Music!
https://open.spotify.com/intl-fr/track/7fLaJ6YJssWVBBrR2Uhmgh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGXZxmTRdhY
Paroles:
Tu t'souviens y' a longtemps, une route dans la nuit,
Elle courait sous la pluie pour trouver un abri.
Tu revois son visage comme un flash dans ta vie,
Une image lointaine, mais intacte aujourd'hui.
Cigarettes, et se lève le jour.
Dans ta tête, quand t'y penses, tu t'sens court.

Quelqu'un, quelque part, te ressemble un peu.
Courent dans ta mémoire, des routes de feu.
Que tu portes au plus haut, quand ta vie sonne faux,
Quand tu la sens qui tremble au fil de tous tes maux.
Quelqu'un, quelque part, connait tes matins,
Le bleu de son regard, a noyé tes chemins,
Et t'attends simplement qu'à l'horloge sans bruit,
Les aiguilles du temps tournent les heures de ta vie.
Quelqu'un, quelque part..

Temps qui passe qui s'éloigne, mais jamais ne s'efface,
Tu sais bien qu'au delà des années rien ne passe.
Vérité qui renait au détour d'un chemin,
Coeurs gravés dans l'écorce, d'un passé déjà loin.
cigarettes et que tombe la nuit.
Dans ta tête, quand t'y penses tu te dis.

Quelqu'un, quelque part, te ressemble un peu.
Courent dans ta mémoire, des routes de feu.
Que tu portes au plus haut, quand ta vie sonne faux,
Quand tu la sens qui tremble au fil de tous tes maux.
Quelqu'un, quelque part, connait tes matins,
Le bleu de son regard, a noyé tes chemins,
Et t'attends simplement qu'à l'horloge sans bruit,
Les aiguilles du temps tournent les heures de ta vie.

Quelqu'un, quelque part
Quelqu'un, quelque part
sur les routes là bas...
Quelqu'un, quelque part.

Christian PERUTI - auteur, compositeur, interprète

Each of us can put a name, a face, on "Someone, Somewhere".
Special thanks to Discovery Playlists, and Trending Music!
Lyrics:
You remember a long time ago, a road in the night,
She was running in the rain to find shelter.
You see her face again like a flash in your life,
A distant image, but intact today.
Cigarettes, and dawn.
In your head, when you think about it, you feel short.

Someone, somewhere, looks a little like you.
Roads of fire run through your memory.
That you carry to the highest, when your life rings false,
When you feel it trembling with all your troubles.
Someone, somewhere, knows your mornings,
The blue of his gaze, has drowned your paths,
And you simply wait for the clock to silently,
The hands of time turn the hours of your life.
Someone, somewhere..

Time that passes that moves away, but never fades,
You know well that beyond the years nothing passes.
Truth that is reborn at the bend of a path,
Hearts engraved in the bark, of a past already far away.
cigarettes and that night falls.
In your head, when you think about it you say to yourself.

Someone, somewhere, looks a little like you.
Running in your memory, roads of fire.
That you carry to the highest, when your life rings false,
When you feel it trembling with all your ills.
Someone, somewhere, knows your mornings,
The blue of his gaze, has drowned your paths,
And you simply wait for the clock without noise,
The hands of time turn the hours of your life.

Someone, somewhere
Someone, somewhere
on the roads over there...
Someone, somewhere.

Christian PERUTI - author, composer, performe

Revenir à l'essentiel

Quelqu'un, quelque part

Watch the video trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Q-58t7gvyg.

We worked a bit longer on this one, starts as a gentle love song but there's a little snake in the grass. A big thank you, Ian Collins @ian-211 for the string arrangement, drums, helping producing and the choir singing!

Lyrics
____________________________

I want you to be the first thing I see
When I wake up from dreaming about you
Sweet sleepy head your warmth in my bed
Your yawn when my arm glides around you

I make you some tea and egg toast with cheese
And arrange it solemnly on a sheet
"You smile at me lovingly, you care for me touchingly", you say when I kiss you in Mandrake Suite

Man I’ve been lonesome before I
finally dared to ring at the door
at Leicester Square 34
I discovered a natural beauty I couldn’t ignore, nevermore

Oh my god I fell back asleep till I heard the door-sweep
While you already showered and look fully dressed
You tell me it’s a crime but we ran out of time
And a client is waiting, I hope he’s the last

Man I’ve been lonesome before I
finally dared to ring at the door
at Leicester Square 34...

Aah, you’re the first thing
Aah, let me be the last thing

Cellar Aged Wines

First Thing

First Thing (with Ian Collins)

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Lyrics 

Truth hits you hard

Blame the world for what you've been through.
Never think about what you could do.
Victim mentality, with chains of doubt.
holding you back, nothing to be proud.
Life is yours, it's time to scream!
Stop pointing fingers, live your dream!

Look in the mirror, what do you see?
A broken reflection, but never me.
Point at the world and scream loud,
Drown in your sorrow, hide in the crowd.
Excuses that tower around your heart, 
Yes, the truth hits you hard.

Blame the past for every tear you shed.
Over and over again, like a record on repeat.
Can't overcome your parents' mistakes.
step into the fire and find your own path.
Friends can't heal you, feel never complete.
World keeps turning, you're stuck in defeat.

Look in the mirror, what do you see?
A broken reflection, but never me.
Point at the world and scream loud,
Drown in your sorrow, hide in the crowd.
Excuses that tower around your heart, 
Yes, the truth hits you hard.

You want redemption, are you willing to pay?
Face your fears, nothing more to say.
It's not about them, it's all about you.
You have the power, so what will you do?

Look in the mirror, what do you see?
A broken reflection, but never me.
Point at the world and scream loud,
Drown in your sorrow, hide in the crowd.
Excuses that tower around your heart, 
Yes, the truth hits you hard.
Hits you hard.

© Sarima 

#music therapy 

Truth hits you hard

The original version: https://soundcloud.com/axioms-of-mediocrity/echoes-of-doubt

Email chimes, her paper rejected
Doubt whispers, on path selected
"Am I good enough?" her heart oppressed
By impostor's syndrome, her confidence suppressed

In the echoes of doubt, she finds her voice
Rising strong, she makes her choice
In the echoes of doubt, she stands firm
With every fall, she lives, she learns

Letters slide, tenure denied, dreams now dejected
Futures blurred, on roads once projected
"Have I done enough?" his spirit contested
By impostor's syndrome, his hopes oppressed

In the echoes of doubt, he finds his voice
Rising strong, he makes his choice
In the echoes of doubt, he stands firm
With every fall, he lives, he learns

Surrounded by brilliance, in the academic sea
"Are they better than us?" whispers insecurity
Each publication, each award they secure
Deepens the doubt we try to endure

In the echoes of doubt, we find our voice
Rising strong, we make our choice
In the echoes of doubt, we stand firm
With every fall, we live, we learn
With every fall, we live, we learn

Do I really deserve to be here?
How did I get this far?
Am I good enough?
Am I smart enough?
Am I brave enough?
How long can I keep this up?
Why do I feel like a fraud?

You're not alone, we've all been there
Plagued by doubts, consumed by fear
Welcome to the club, where we all belong
You are good enough, you are strong

You're not alone, we've all been there
Plagued by doubts, consumed by fear
Welcome to the club, where we all belong
You are good enough, you are strong

Echoes of Doubt (Acoustic Version)

Regina Coelis is the fourth track on my album Requiem Quia Magnus Vir (Requiem for a Great Man) which you can hear in full here: https://on.soundcloud.com/FQqvajLNpsmiTzXr6

It is a celebration of the mercy and justice of the Queen of Heaven.

Vere dignum et iustum est, justum et salutare, nos tibi semper et ubique gratias agere, regina coeli, mater misericordiae, ut qui ex certa mortis conditione contristantur, futurae immortalitatis promissione consolentur. 

Ob gratiam tuam, vita mutatur, non aufertur: et temporalis domus terrestris huius peregrinationis aeternae in caelis habitaculo comparatur. 

Et ideo cum Angelis et Archangelis, cum Thronis et Dominationibus, cum omni militia caelestis exercitus, hymnum canimus ad gloriam tuam.

It is truly right and just, just and salutary, that we should always and everywhere give thanks to you, dear Queen of Heaven, Mother of Mercy, so that those who are saddened by the certain condition of death may be comforted by the promise of future immortality. 

Due to your grace, life is changed, not taken away: and the temporary home of this earthly sojourn is compared to an eternal dwelling in heaven. 

And therefore with Angels and Archangels, with Thrones and Dominions, with all the host of the heavenly host, we sing a hymn to your glory.

As ever, huge thanks to @APi_ZZ for mixing and help with the covers.

4. Regina Coelis

"Baby What You Want Me to Do" [03.24.25]
J Dulva and Counting Coup
(c) 2025 Cenote Music


Baby What You Want Me to Do [03.24.25]

I can't think of a single thing to say about this track, except I'm grateful to @APi_ZZ for teaching me how to change BPMs on drum tracks and also his inspired titling of the cover.

Crocodile

the man & the myth

LIVE ON STAGE on 23th August, 2025: https://wannebachsummer.de
NEW Video Trailer "Living": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKm28euxFuE
NEW Video Trailer "First Thing": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Q-58t7gvyg
NEW: Hurting
NEW: FIrst Thing - (with Ian Collins)

http://potbarley.com
LATEST RELEASE ON SPOTIFY: "Old Friend" with Ian Collins. https://ffm.to/old_friend.bio

New song "Nancy Says" and a reel: https://youtube.com/shorts/D6OYurY7vgE?feature=share

Crash 'n Burn was charting up to no. 3 in RepostExchange

Hole In The Sky was mentioned in an article with Spotify playlist: : https://staticdive.com/2024/08/14/pot-barley

Check out the reel made by Overdrive on my YouTube Channel of "Crash'n Burn": https://www.youtube.com/shorts/aCx2da8Vxl8 and another one "Release Me": ttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/uCavmdcdtdY!

YT channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PotBarley
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/potbarleyofficial

Musician & songwriter driven just by passion for songwriting and singing. I am releasing "SoundCloud first" but some selected songs are also on https://potbarley.bandcamp.com or Spotify etc, sometimes in older versions though.
Since spring 2023 I have been writing and recording mainly as a "one man band", using acoustic & electric guitars, bass guitar, keyboards, an old piano, conga, etc. and a voice.
Former member of German bands: In Rags (with Sami Yli-Sirniö and Roman Keymer), Sharkpool and Dutch bands Garbitsjkeng, The Wit, Trio van Putten and and a few others. I baptized my Alter Ego and named him "Pot Barley".

An Epic Novel. A Sonic Universe. One True Story.

Welcome to the sonic universe of "Behind Us The Land" (Hinter uns das Land). What began as a soundtrack for an epic historical novel has evolved into a global, cross-genre music phenomenon, celebrated by millions of listeners and a worldwide community of artists.

Discover the different worlds within this project:

The official soundtrack to the 80-year true story of the Feyerabend family.

The epic progressive metal of the virtual band Adelheide's Wisdom.

The chart-topping indie pop of the virtual artist Ulla F.

Helmed by author, producer, and lifelong music curator Frank Talmon l'Armée, this project is the result of a deep-seated passion for music and storytelling. As the human visionary, he employs a hybrid method of traditional songwriting and the pioneering use of AI tools as his "orchestra" to bring this monumental saga to life.

This is a place for deep listeners, for fans of epic stories and genre-defying music. Dive in, explore the albums and playlists, and become part of a story that connects the past with the future.

At its heart, 'Behind Us The Land' is more than just the 80-year story of one German family. It's a universal parable about loss, resilience, and the unbreakable will to build a new home from the ruins – a story that repeats itself tens of thousands of times every single day, all over the world. Our music aims to give a voice to this universal experience and to inspire courage.

A Beyond & Before Music production.

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Ein Romanepos. Ein Klanguniversum. Eine wahre Geschichte.

Willkommen im Klang-Universum von "Hinter uns das Land". Was als Soundtrack zu einem epischen historischen Roman begann, hat sich zu einem globalen, genre-übergreifenden Musikphänomen entwickelt, das von Millionen von Hörern und einer weltweiten Community von Künstlern gefeiert wird.

Entdecken Sie die verschiedenen Welten innerhalb dieses Projekts:

Den offiziellen Soundtrack zur 80-jährigen, wahren Saga der Familie Feyerabend.

Den epischen Progressive Metal der virtuellen Band Adelheide's Wisdom.

Den chartstürmenden Indie-Pop der virtuellen Künstlerin Ulla F.

Geführt von Autor, Produzent und Musik-Kurator Frank Talmon l'Armée, ist dieses Projekt das Ergebnis einer lebenslangen Leidenschaft für Musik und das Erzählen von Geschichten. Als menschlicher Visionär nutzt er eine hybride Methode aus traditionellem Songwriting und dem wegweisenden Einsatz von KI-Werkzeugen als sein "Orchester", um diese monumentale Saga zum Leben zu erwecken.

Dies ist ein Ort für anspruchsvolle Hörer, für Fans von epischen Geschichten und genre-sprengender Musik. Tauchen Sie ein, erforschen Sie die Alben und Playlists und werden Sie Teil einer Geschichte, die die Vergangenheit mit der Zukunft verbindet.

Im Herzen ist 'Hinter uns das Land' mehr als nur die 80-jährige Geschichte einer deutschen Familie. Es ist eine universelle Parabel über Verlust, Widerstandsfähigkeit und den unzerbrechlichen Willen, aus den Trümmern eine neue Heimat zu schaffen – eine Geschichte, die sich täglich zigtausendfach auf der ganzen Welt wiederholt. Unsere Musik soll dieser universellen Erfahrung eine Stimme geben und Mut machen.

Ein Projekt von Beyond & Before Music.

© 2006-2025 Beyond and Before Music

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