Vocal delivery carries with the instrumental perfect. Great Song!

Wonderful song. Love the vocals and the message!

awesome. whether you wrote it 8 years or 80 years or 8 minutes ago it is a thought that we cannot forget..I hope we collectively remember this ..from many we are one..I wish you could put this on national radio. seems we need to be reminded of this..tolerance/empathy/ are sorely needed now and stop the senseless misplaced hurtful rhetoric ..beautiful melody and vocalc

What a joy to hear this... refreshing and spiritual. And great vocal presence.

My Playlist  2-05-2025

When Sean (http://soundcloud.com/something-memorable) suggested we do something together I was only too keen to work with him. Sean's work always resonated with me (we're probably stalked by the same demons) and I really felt it an honour. When he sent me the lyrics, it was almost immediate that the melody came - as if those lyrics set the melody by themselves. They were utterly moving, and when I hear them in song, I still get the shivers. Thank you so much Sean. And your arrangements are most superb indeed. What a pleasure working with you!

Music: Johnny Minstrel. 
Lyrics: Something Memorable  
Vocals, acoustic guitar and harmonica: Johnny Minstrel. 
Arrangement: Something Memorable.

OH BURY ME

Bury me on a Mountain, 
Where I’ll be close to God. 
Where I’ll smile watching the heavens, 
And wink up at angels from beneath the sod. 
Oh bury me on a mountain, 
For the snow has melted now. 
For I never could put down roots, 
Now let the wild flowers show me how.

Bury me in the Desert, 
The ground will be bone dry. 
There been too much Whiskey in my life, 
Time to give abstinence a try. 
Oh Bury me in the Desert, 
Where the sun has no tears to cry. 
Too many untruths have passed my lips, 
Now the sands will hide where I lie.

Bury me by the Ocean. 
Where the sunsets slips behind the waves. 
And the sea can whisper the endless 
Prayers over my grave. 
Oh Bury me by the Ocean, 
Where sea birds wheel and screech. 
In my time I stole too many kisses, 
Now only the waves will kiss the beach.

Oh bury me in that place 
That place somewhere 
If there no trace left to find me 
At least you’ll know 
I’m at peace out there.

Bury me in the Valley, 
Where the river has no name. 
And the willows rustle with the grace 
Of beauty that can’t be tamed. 
Oh bury me in the Valley, 
In days when summer has begun. 
I’ve drunk to much in my life, 
Now the green grass can drink in the sun.

Bury me in a Gold Mine. 
In the cool stillness of cut stone. 
Where the water’s constant dripping, 
Will sing a requiem for my soul. 
Oh bury me in a Gold Mine, 
Leave no trace of me above the ground. 
For I lost all the loves of my life. 
Let me rest where something precious has been found.

Oh Bury Me - A collaboration with Something Memorable

My Lyrics that inspired Glen are listed below.
Vocals, Music and Mix by Glen Granthem.

NOTHIN' LIKE THE SOUND	
OF RAIN COMIN' DOWN	
ON A COLD WINTER'S MORNIN'	
WHILE YOU'RE SLEEPIN'	
	
NOTHIN' LIKE THE SOUND	
OF BACON FRYIN' IN A PAN	
WHEN YOUR WAKIN' UP	
ON A COLD WINTER MORNIN'	
	
(CHORUS)	
WINTER RAIN COMIN' DOWN	
WHILE THE WORLD GOES ROUND	
WINTER RAIN COMIN' DOWN	
NOTHING LIKE THAT SOUND	
	
TO COLD TO GO OUTSIDE	
TO BORED TO STAY INSIDE	
A TIME OF FRUSTRATION	
AND A LITTLE DEPRESSION	
	
WE LONG FOR A SUNNY DAY	
SO WE CAN GO OUT SIDE AND PLAY	
BUT THE WINTER RAIN	
KEEPS COMIN' DOWN	
	
(REPEAT CHORUS)	
	
MY FRIEND, DON'T DESPAIR	
A REVIVAL IS SPREADING	
AND SPRING IS COMING	
CAN YOU FEEL IT IN THE AIR	
	
(REPEAT CHORUS - OPTIONAL)	
	
2023 © BMI Lyrics by Tony Harris

Winter Rain - Collab by Tony Harris & Glenny G's "One Man Band" - Original

back when I was recording the John Denver song "Take Me Home, Country Roads" with the fine gentlemen in The Eclectic Collective, my 8 yr old daughter loved the song so much she began singing it ALL THE TIME. This is a quick little recording of us harmonizing the chorus. Pretty amazingly expressive singing for a youngster if I do say so myself! 

Here's the full recording with The Eclectic Collective:
https://soundcloud.com/user-432503709/take-me-home-country-roads-eclectic-collective?si=124fd64d50bb42bca0caa9b197a975c2&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Country Roads  (daughter & dad harmony)

Margaret Maria and Tréson COVER GORDON LIGHTFOOT'S 'SONG FOR A WINTER'S NIGHT' 

The new music that is Margaret Maria and Tréson is as unique as the artists themselves. The classical world is colliding with the genres of funk, soul and pop, with a fresh new sound and a musical playgroud for Margaret Maria's creativity and Tréson's songwriting and vocal talents. Being courageous and brave to collaborate and venture into uncharted territories, this duo is set to change the world in a way that will not only surprise you, but delight your sonic sensibilities. 

Their first single 'Music Can Change the World' was released December 15, 2023.

Song For A Winter's Night - credits 

Composer: Gordon Lightfoot 

Vocals- Tréson 

Cello- Margaret Maria 

Instrumental Arrangement: Margaret Maria 

Mix and Master: Craig Robert McConnell 

Producer: Margaret Maria 

Recording Engineer: Margaret Maria 

Videographer: James Nickle - Cleveland Sound Labs
license

Song for a Winter's Night - Lyrics  
The lamp is burnin' low upon my table top 
The snow is softly falling 
The air is still in the silence of my room 
I hear your voice softly calling 
If I could only have you near 
To breathe a sigh or two 
I would be happy just to hold the hands I love 
On this winter night with you 

The smoke is rising in the shadows overhead 
My glass is almost empty 
I read again between the lines upon each page 
The words of love you sent me 
If I could know within my heart 
That you were lonely too 
I would be happy just to hold the hands I love 
On this winter night with you 

The fire is dying
Now my lamp is growing dim 
The shades of night are lifting 
The morning light steals across my window pane 
Where webs of snow are drifting 
If I could only have you near 
To breathe a sigh or two 
I would be happy just to hold the hands I love 
On this winter night with you 
And to be once again with you

'I rarely make covers, but this one came in May 2023 just after Gordon Lightfoot passed away. My dear friend JC mentioned it was his favourite Lightfoot song, and I decided to make him a special Birthday present. So the cello instrumental was a present at first. 

I met Tréson at another friend's Birthday Party in July 2023. We connected and said we would do music together! We were talking about covers one day, and I mentioned to him that I have one made already!! He was thrilled when I said it was a Gordon Lightfoot tune! Tréson came into my closet studio to record the vocals (my first time doing any vocal recording!) and it was mixed and mastered by my amazing Rage Angel co-creator, Craig Robert McConnell. 

So here you have both versions...which I love dearly.' - Margaret Maria

Song For A Winter's Night

Vocal Version

Song For A Winter's Night - Tréson and Margaret Maria

Pakicetus

Verse 1 (4/4):
400 million years ago fish left the water to live on land
15 million years ago mammals found there way back into the oceans 

Verse 2:
Pakicetus is a Transitional phase between land mammals and whales
This is a small whale to be about the size of a wolf

Verse 3 (7/4 time):
With hooks and claws
A beginning of land animals returning to the water

Verse 4 (4/4):
Packicetus gave rise to sea mammals: Propoises and whales
All have multiple stomachs
Coming from the structure of their land mammal days
The evidence is that they have the same unique ear bone

Bridge: (5/4)
Whales and hippos descended from the same ancestor

Verse 5:
DNA comparisons reveal that whales have many genes that are inactive
These genes were functional on land
But they have no use in the water 




Unused Lyrical Ideas:

An ear bone unique to whales and dolphins
The oldest fossil whale ever found
Teeth like a carnivorous mammals 
A carnivore that adapted to land 
Long mouth 
Long mouth full of teeth

References:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pakicetus?wprov=sfti1#

https://www.amnh.org/explore/news-blogs/on-exhibit-posts/the-first-whale-pakicetus

https://evolution.berkeley.edu/what-are-evograms/the-evolution-of-whales/

Pakicetus

Can't Remember My Name

■概要(Overview)
最近は無いですが、以前は時々、金縛りにあっていました。
大抵、「わぁっ」って叫びながら起きるんですよね。
I haven't had it recently, but I used to suffer from sleep paralysis from time to time.
Most of the time, I wake up screaming, "Wow!"

Kanashibari

A symphonic metal composition that channels the fierce intensity of Capricorns, this intricate piece weaves together an eclectic fusion of classical orchestration, blistering thrash metal riffs, and rhythmic hip-hop elements. The dynamic interplay of soaring strings and thunderous percussion creates a dramatic soundscape, while aggressive guitar solos and intricate time signatures evoke a sense of unrelenting fury and ambition. This multifaceted opus not only showcases technical prowess but also embodies a visceral narrative of perseverance and emotional depth.

The Capricorn Rage

Phone recording take 1 million
2/10/24


My eyes are stinging and my temples throb
Haven't done what I could
I'd take myself to bed right now 
But that would be too good 
Deserters, cowards and two-bit crooks
Live more successfully 
Even P.T. Barnam and Edward Bernays
Would not have gone near me
I'm a lost cause in this community 
I'm a lost cause and that's alright you see
I'm not a loner but I'm ostracised 
Or maybe I withdrew 
The Monasterys are for warriors 
And out here I'm taboo
Double-minded and triple blind
I've seen the depths of despair 
I admit I feel touched by grace
Just been a tourist there
I'm a lost cause on this thoroughfare 
I'm a lost cause and I don't really care
I'll leave it all give away my guitar 
If I could stay on the road
But that's untrue in all honesty 
I'm stalling for a cheat code
I'm a lost cause in this strange abode 
I'm a lost cause in this episode 
I'm a lost cause 
I'm a lost cause -  of you and yours






Lost Cause

Brian Butts - Guitars, Drums, Bass, Keyboards, Master Mix
Cosmic Keanu - Vocals, Lyrics https://soundcloud.com/cosmic_keanu?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Lyrics:
Integrity in truth
Purity in obedience to God
Tranquility in spirit
Realization in faith

Be strong in the Lord
Put on the armor of God
For the struggle is fought
Not against flesh and blood
But against the forces of darkness
And the schemes of the evil one

Stand firm
Resist
On the evil day
Stand firm
Against the spiritual forces
of wickedness
in heavenly places

With every prayer and request
At all times in the spirit
With this in view
Be alert with all perseverance
So speak with boldness
As you ought to speak

On that day the deaf will hear
And those who are blind will see
The afflicted and needy will rejoice
For the ruthless will come to an end
And the scorner will be finished

Woe to the rebellious
Who rely on oppression

Astrarium

The Evil Day (feat. Cosmic Keanu)

A (Yusuf) 'Cat Stevens' Classic. Listened to and loved for the better part of my Life. A song, a prayer, a Version......some thoughts. Just created simply and in my own way - vocal and acoustic guitar. Intended with respect to an incredibly prolific songwriter and performer from the 70's and beyond. Acoustic Guitar, Vocals, and Production for this Version by Riff Beach (RiffWerx Productions). 2024
Lyrics - The Wind
I listen to the wind, to the wind of my soul
Where I'll end up, well I think only God really knows
I've sat upon the setting sun...
But never, never, never, never
I never wanted water once
No never, never, never

I listen to my words but they fall far below
I let my music take me where my heart wants to go
I swam upon the Devil's lake...
But never, never, never, never
I'll never make the same mistake
No - never, never, never
Writer/s: CAT STEVENS, YUSUF ISLAM 
Publisher: BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Lyrics licensed and provided by LyricFind

Sunny Beaches Among Us

The Wind...Again

The Wind - Version

Dust

Lyrics and spoken words by Tony Harris US
Vocals, Music and Mix by Mike Fox UK

TUPELO IS 40 MILES WEST OF WHERE HE LIVES
AND MUSCLE SHOALS IS 60 MILES NORTH 
HE GREW UP LISTENIN' TO ELVIS
AND SONGS RECORDED IN THE SHOALS 

WHEN HE DRIVES DOWN THE STREETS 
IN DOWN TOWN TUPELO 
LOOKIN' AT THE GUITAR CUTOUTS
HE CAN FEEL THE MUSIC IN THE AIR

THE MUSCLE SHOALS SOUND STUDIO
IS WHERE BROWN SUGAR WAS RECORDED
AND MANY OTHER GREAT HITS
BY FOUR GUYS CALLED THE SWAMPERS

MANY HITS HAVE BEEN RECORDED
IN RICK HALL'S FAME STUDIOS IN THE SHOALS
AND ARE STILL BEING RECORDED TODAY
SOMETHING ABOUT THE RIVER AND MUSIC

(CHORUS)
THERE IS SOMETHING ABOUT TUPELO HONEY
THAT MAKES HIM WANT TO LISTEN TO SOME ELVIS
THERE IS SOMETHING ABOUT MUSCLE SHOALS 
THAT MAKES HIM WANT TO LISTEN TO ROCK N ROLL
TUPELO HONEY AND ROCK N ROLL

TOURING ELVIS'S TWO ROOM HOUSE IN TUPELO
AND THE HIS GRACELAND MANSION IN MEMPHIS
MAKES HIM WANT TO GO BACK IN TIME
TO THOSE GOOD TIMES AT SUN RECORDS 

TOURING THE ALABAMA HALL OF FAME
AND DRIVIN' BY FAME STUDIO'S
MAKES HIM WANT TO GO BACK IN TIME 
AND MAKE SOME WORDS RHYME

(REPEAT CHORUS)

TUPELO HONEY AND ROCK N ROLL
TUPELO HONEY AND ROCK N ROLL

2025 © Lyrics by Tony Harris

Tupelo Honey and Rock n Roll - Collaboration by Tony & Mike Fox - Original

I was lucky enough to be born in this great place. I think about those that didn't and risked everything to come here. That's where you fall on your knees and thank God. That's when you realize you're really home.


I'll be Free

Whispers in my ear I hear
they come to me
from far and near.
Nothing here I need to fear.
The message is so loud and clear.

Lucky me
what first I see
this place I can be free.

Was it simple twist of fate
or a random closing door
that caused a family to migrate
and land upon this hallowed shore?

Whatever providence
brought me here,
I accept it gratefully

I thank the Lord
for blessing me
with a place
I can be free.

Now and for
forever I'll be free.

All our dreams entwined as one.
This home for daughter and for son.
Our legacy?.... Out of many, one
from the blood of strangers that has run.

Their brutal sacrifices paid
so we could all live free.
On bended knee pray solemnly.
Thank God for all who gave.

Now and for
forever I'll be free

Those huddled masses
yearning to be free.

Your tired and poor
have come for Liberty.


For all who sacrificed for me
I swear that you will see.
See me take my place in history
side by side with those who will be free.

Now and for
forever I'll be free

I'll not take for granted
all the gifts I see

From sea to shining sea
we will be free

Now and for
forever I'll be free!

I'll Be Free

Enjoyed jumping in to sing along on this Fun Take on a really Bad Day as described by Tony Harris of Tony's Lyrics and featuring the Blistering Blues Guitar of Tom Adams. Photo Credit to My Daughter, enjoying our BM'r Beach Convertible on One Of Those Days between expensive repairs.....Now SOLD!!! Thank God! ;-)LOL
ONE OF THOSE DAYS - TL-TA-RB COLLAB 
(Any Other Day - Tom Adams Open Collab)               
(Blues/Rock)  
WELL, I WAS WALKIN' OUT THE DOOR…  
JUST WHAT DID I FEEL?  
YOU KNOW I FELT THE RAIN
  IT WAS POURIN' DOWN ON ME  
JUST POURIN' DOWN ON ME… OH, YEAH!  
  THEN I JUMPED IN MY CAR…..  
WELL, I TURNED ON THE KEY  
OF COURSE THE CAR WOULDN'T START
  HOW COULD THIS BE  …..
HAPPENIN’ TO ME?  
JUMPED THE CAR OFF
  …….AS I WAS DRIVIN' DOWN THE ROAD
  I HEARD A BUMPIN' SOUND
  A TIRE BLEW OUT   
WELL, I STOPPED THE CAR
  AND I OPENED THE TRUNK
  OF COURSE THE SPARE WAS FLAT
……IMAGINE THAT?
 WE WERE RUNNING FLAT
  I REACHED FOR MY CELL
  TO CALL OUT FOR HELP   
OF COURSE THE PHONE WAS DEAD  
WITHOUT A CHARGER IN SIGHT 
  FLAGGED A CAR DOWN  
JUST TO ASK FOR HELP
  BLEW HIS HORN  
AS THEY DROVE ON BY  
(CHORUS )  
WELL, I WAS HAVIN'   
ONE OF THOSE DAYS  
WHEN NOTHIN'S RIGHT
  ONE OF THOSE DAYS  
NO HELP IN SIGHT
  ONE OF THOSE DAYS  
OH YEAH, ONE OF THOSE DAYS  
(BRIDGE)  
HAVE YOU EVER HAD?  
ONE OF THOSE DAYS  
PRAY YOU NEVER HAVE
(OH….BRING IT ON HOME, TOM!!!)  
(CHORUS)  
© Lyrics by Tony Harris 2019 - Blues Guitar - Tom Adams  Vocals, Production - Riff Beach (Version Only)

One Of Those Days - Original

One Of Those Days - Collaboration with Tony's Lyrics & Tom Adams

www.bethwilliamsmusic.com
Beth Williams sings IN THE GARDEN written in 1912 by C.Miles Austin.  

IN THE GARDEN - Beth Williams

Minstrel Singer meets Male Chorale



My relentless pursuit of the song.

The two most important days in your life are the day you were born and the day you find out why....Mark Twain

I'll Be Free

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