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Monday Playlist week of 2/17/2025

Try not to dwell on the tough times.  So many good things in  life
to reflect on -- a good woman, birth of my babies, them growing up
and moving on, friends and family for support.  Ah, keep your
heart on fire!

My Heart's On Fire  (Original)

WEEPING IN THE VALLEY			
Songwriting, Lyrics - Tony Harris			
Song Project in Collaboration with Brave Beach			
Music Creation & Production - Bravei			
Vocals - Riff Beach			
			
WEEPING IN THE VALLEY			
NOWHERE TO TURN			
WEEPING IN THE VALLEY			
NOWHERE TO RUN			
DOWN IN THE VALLEY			
COVID HAS CARVED			
A DEADLY PATH			
LIKE A MAD PSYCOPATH			
DOWN IN THE VALLEY			
THE DEADLY VIRUS			
LAYED PEOPLE DOWN			
IN THE COLD...COLD GROUND			
DOWN IN THE VALLEY			
WORRIED ABOUT FAMILY			
FEELING FORGOTTEN,			
SICK AND DOWNTRODDEN			
DOWN IN THE VALLEY			
NOT ABLE TO SEE FAMILY			
FACE TIME WAS NOT 			
THE SAME AS REAL TIME			
DOWN IN THE VALLEY			
SOME WERE PRAYING			
SOME  LOST ALL HOPE			
MANY ARE STILL CRYING			
DOWN IN THE VALLEY			
GOOD THINGS CAN HAPPEN			
SPRINGS OF BLESSINGS			
CAN STILL FLOW IN THE VALLEY			
DOWN IN THE VALLEY			
DON'T FEEL DOWN AND ALONE			
JUST CALL OUT HIS NAME			
THE ONE WHO OWNS THE CROWN AND THRONE
DOWN IN THE VALLEY			
			
2021 © Lyrics by Tony Harris

Weeping In The Valley - Collaboration by Tony, Riff & Bravei - Original

So much talent from my part of the country (SW Louisiana, SE Texas) George Jones, Tracy Byrd, Mark Chesnutt, George Straight, Janis Joplin, Edgar Winters and the list goes on.  Tracy Lawrence sang with a Louisiana based band in 1988-1990.  He was shot 4 times by robbers in may 1991 which delayed his first album Sticks and Stones.  He was named top new male country vocalist in 1993.  He continues to create great music.  Just one of my favorite Tracy Lawrence songs.

That's How A Cowgirl Says Goodbye (Cover)

Written and Produced by: Josh McAlexander

Nowhere To Run {Original}

Lyrics by Tony Harris
Vocal, music and mix by Chuck Aaron (New version by Chuck)

WE DON'T KNEEL WHEN THE FLAG IS BEING RAISED
WE DON'T WANT OUR FREEDOM TAKEN AWAY
WE DON'T BURN AND LOOT DOWN ON MAIN STREET
WE LOVE OUR COUNTRY CAN'T YOU SEE

WE DON'T LIKE WHERE THE COUNTRY IS GOIN'
WE LIKE IT THE WAY IT USED TO BE
THE MUSIC BROUGHT US ALL TOGETHER
WHY CAN'T IT BE LIKE IT USED TO BE

(CHORUS)
AND I'M PROUD TO LIVE IN THIS COUNTRY
A PLACE WHERE ANYONE CAN HAVE IT ALL
YOU'LL FIND US AT CHURCH ON SUNDAY
AND GOD AND FAMILY IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING OF ALL

BOOTS ON THE GROUND ARE NEVER POPULAR
WE DO WHAT WE HAVE TO DO TO KEEP US FREE
WE HAVE TO PROTECT THE HOMELAND
I THINK MOST PEOPLE WILL AGREE
AND GOD AND FAMILY IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING OF ALL

(REPEAT CHORUS 2 TIMES)


2017 © Lyrics by Tony Harris

God And Family - Collaboration by Tony & Chuck Aaron - Original

Renowned and well respected Alabama Lyricist Tony Harris had some lyrics that needed music and vocals , I obviously jumped at the chance and got to work on it ! We've done another one since which is out on the 8th of April . Me , Gaz and Greg have a belter out on the 1st and Charlotte and I have 2 great numbers waiting in the wings . In the meantime me and Xavier Jaari have a remixed anthem out on the 20th of March , you'll hopefully love it ! I hope you love this one by me and Tony . Thanks for all the support !

Don't Look In The Looking Glass

Don't Look In The Looking Glass ( Fox and Harris )

Honored to have been invited to collaborate with Arta Rad! Check out Arta Rad on #SoundCloud
https://on.soundcloud.com/cB7Vi

Lyrics;
She showed me where the door was
As if I didn't know
She'd had it up to here with me
Said it was time to go
I'd had it easy in that nest 
I didn't ask her why
Two birds of different feathers
It was time for me to fly
Now I've got nowhere to be
And a million miles of road
And lots of time to think things through
Before my head explodes
I could head out to the mountains
And sleep under the stars
Or drive until my wheels fall off
And find how far is far
Lucky ain't my middle name
Nor my first or last
That would be an irony
Judging from my past
But I'm rolling with the punches
life can sure hit hard
I'm dealing with the hand I'm dealt
But still look for better cards
Now I've got nowhere to be
And a million miles of road
And lots of time to think things through
Before my head explodes
Might head down to the ocean
Watch the waves, and play guitar
Or drive until my wheels fall off
And find how far is far



How Far Is Far (Arta Rad and Dan's Shadowman)

Dear friends, once upon a time there was an opposition politician in a great and powerful country. After surviving a very severe poisoning, he was put in miserable prisons and later died under mysterious circumstances - It hurts!!

Lyrics in English

A Poor Man

What is it that hurts so much?
which hurts so much - in me
that's when I hear when someone has died
when he fought for something that is good
he had striven for the freedom of his people

What is it that hurts so much?
which hurts so much - in me
that's when I see that children in the world are suffering badly
when they were hit by bombs in their home
there they would have been safe from wicked men

What is it that hurts so much?
which hurts so much - in me
that's when I hear people are starving to death
when there is so much money in this world
it would be very good if we can share everything we have

What is it that hurts so much?
which hurts so much - in me
that's when I hear tyrants torment their people
they have thrown many people in a cage
and they have murdered several of those who oppose themselves


Lyrics in Swedish

 En Stackars Man

Vad är det som gör så ont
som gör så ont - i mig
det är när jag hör när någon människa har dött
när han stridit för något som är gott
han hade strävat efter friheten för sitt folk

Vad är det som gör så ont
som gör så ont - i mig
det är när jag ser att barn i världen lider svårt
när de träffats av bomber i sitt hem
där skulle de ha varit trygga från elaka män

Vad är det som gör så ont
som gör så ont - i mig
det är när jag hör att människor svälter ihjäl
när det finns så mycket pengar i denna värld
det hade varit väldigt bra om vi kan dela på allt vi har

Vad är det som gör så ont
som gör så ont - i mig
det är när jag hör att tyranner plågar sitt folk
de har kastat många människor i en bur
samt de har mördat flera av dom som opponerar sig

En Stackars Man - A Poor Man ( Lyrics in English in description below)

Wyoming

A combination of classical acoustic instruments, "Till Death do Us Part" explores the theme of love, trust, heartbreak and its pain. I was very lucky to meet Carmen, who helped me adding a gorgeous percussion to my solo track.

Streaming on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UJ1_UMh9O8U?si=OYaLi_cM6HwRIEm0

Lyrics, Melody and Lead Vocals: Rachel Goldie

Backing Vocals: Marlin Music

Special Guest: Carmen Elisa Vargas - Venezuela Symphony Orchestra

Mixing and Mastering: Kyle Holland

Till Death Do Us Part

Hey…. So I put down the slide guitar the other day, and picked up the mandolin after a slide solo wasn’t working. Then did this little song. A rather surreal look at the metaphysics of stars as they relate to us. Occasionally, we are at a loss to make sense of this life. I find perspective in observing the night sky, among other things, even if for only a brief moment. Hanging out with others helps too. So does playing music. I usually laugh at myself in those moments and realize just how fascinating life can be. I mentioned this story before, but in a different context. I have been ‘caretaking’ a fire ant colony for over twenty years. The common sense of today’s world would seek to destroy the colony, as labeling them as ‘nuisance pests’ comes with a dire consequence for the ants. Fire ants bite only to get a grip and then sting (from the abdomen) and inject a toxic alkaloid venom called solenopsin. Anyway, the colony had been in my neighbor’s yard decades ago, and I did my best to encourage him not to destroy the colony. But after seeing a friend of his riding over the colony with a riding lawn mower, I knew the colony was doomed if it stayed there. Then one day, while emptying the kitchen compost bucket into the compost pile, I saw a long trail of fire ants coming from my neighbor’s yard into mine. They had begun to build a mound near a brush pile in the back. So the ants have been here for 5 years or so. Sure, they may strip an aspen sapling bare, or try and sneak into my vegetable garden, but for the most part, they have been good neighbors. They have come out of their mound now that it is a little warmer. I was cleaning up the gardens in the back, and noticed hundreds of them working on their mound. I looked yesterday and I saw this one ant carrying a large twig, way bigger than him, on top of the mound. As he walked, the twig was waving back and forth like a sword raised in the air. I laughed (to myself) and realized it had been a while since I had done so. This song is about all those little things in life, like that, that bring us back…. Hope you like it. Thanks for dropping by, Mark

Lammbone's Album

Walk In The Park

In Memoriam and as a Lasting Tribute to the Late Great, Allen Bailey....Gone, but Never Forgotten. This is a wonderful Allen Bailey Original Tune that I just loved from the moment I first heard it. I sent some ideas for a Collab contribution to Allen, and he graciously re-recorded to allow me to better integrate my vocals, guitar, drums, etc... We liked how it sounded, and then Gabe Vanore of VanGabriel Production took this one to another level for us. Thanks, Allen and Gabe for pushing this one down the rails, and for letting me ride this rather magical train. I feel genuinely privileged to have been a contributor on this joyful project.

Last Train - Ft. Allen G Bailey (RIP - Dear Friend) - VanGabriel Production Mix

Well folks , this is a change of direction . I heard Blaffy from Namibia on SC and thought " I wonder " It's a mixture of styles and cultures , and we think it really works , hope you do to ! We have another in the early stages , so watch this space boys and girls ( and anyone in between ! ) Loads of tracks lined up , collabs with Gaz Brownie/Nat Daniels , Andrea Brennan , and Tony Harris so far , me and Charlotte are working on a couple , so it's a busy old time !
Thank you for supporting us all , it means the world !

No Album

Feet on the Ground

Feet On The Ground ( The Blaffy and Fox Project )

Dave Cooper sent me some brilliant lyrics , and I couldn't resist making a song with them . Then I thought why not bring a fabulous Blues/Rock guitarist in , so I contacted Glenny G and this little gem was formed , we hope you like it ! On the 20th I've got a song by myself , then the 1st of March a belter with Gaz Brownie . Putting a great track together with Charlotte , our album links are at the bottom of this . Plus I've been recording with close friend
Kim , songs to look out for ! Many thanks for supporting what I do
www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLA…L7MJ_1UTdMo0MjJLM
open.spotify.com/album/78ewrWZjS4…DSSrOdWlanz6UPMw

I See The Love In Their Eyes ( feat. Glenny G )

Bravei (Brasil) sent me a quick ReMix of this recent post and his quick retweak of my Original Mix. I liked the way he ReMiXed it and replaced my Original File with his enhanced version Check out his work on SoundCloud some time, if you aren't already familiar:  
https://soundcloud.com/officialbravei
>>> Sincere Thanks, Bravei ! :D <<<
Another one of those amazing Traditional songs where the original songwriter is unknown. Kurt Cobain resurrected it when he did an MTV Unplugged version. He was a huge fan of Leadbelly, who also recorded and performed various versions of it. The legendary Bill Monroe also covered it, among others. The song has been referred to often as "In The Pines" or "Where Did You Sleep Last Night" and sometimes referenced using both in the Title. This version features an AcoustaTronic approach and I revised the lyrics based on a number of different versions of the song in a way that made the most sense to me, personally. Also, finally figured out another opportunity to use my Native American Bamboo Kiowa Flute in the background......just because I've been trying to find a way to integrate it into one of these tunes in some way. Just learning - so please be kind. As always, thanks for Listening and/or commenting. Most appreciated, as always. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_the_Pines


In The Pines - TRAD - Version  -  Big Beat Beach

So many good years with this lady standing by me.  I don't know how or why she does it.  We are living in our latter years now and can reflect on the so many good things in our lives.  I am not very good at love songs, but I wrote this one a while back.  She has a birthday this week and I would like to share this on SC.  Happy Birthday my Lou Ann

I Will (original)

The Angel From Montgomery
Written by John Prine
Arranged and performed by Josh McAlexander

The Angel From Montgomery

Its been a while since I tried some blues. I used a fender with a special pick up for both the rhythm and lead solo's. Bass is performed on my Jack Cassady Bass.
Piano/ Brass is a Yamaha. The Drums are a Back up track..
The art work is done my friend Brandon Crawford a wonderful artist. I use several of his pictures for some of my original  song ideas.

Briefcase Full Of Blues ( Original )

Lyrics by Tony Harris (listed below) - Featuring Riff Beach
Remix of vocals and music by Riff Beach December 2018 (c)

WE KNOW MUSCLE SHOALS
THEY HAD THE SWAMPERS
THEY HAD MUSIC IN THEIR SOULS
MAN, THEY WERE KEEPERS

THEY CAME FROM FAR AND NEAR
LOOKING FOR THAT SWEET SOUND
TO UNDERSTAND YOU HAD TO LIVE HERE
THEY WERE BAMA BOUND
CAUSE THEY WERE BAMA BOUND

Chorus
TENNESSEE RIVER AND MUSIC
THEY GO HAND AND HAND
TENNESSEE RIVER AND MUSIC
THAT MUSCLE SHOALS SOUND
TENNESSEE RIVER AND MUSIC
THAT MUDDY WATER BRINGS OUT THE BEST
YEA, IT BRINGS OUT THE BEST

THEY EVEN CAME FROM FAR AWAY
TO GRAB THAT SOUND
MAN, THEY SURE HAD SOME FUN
LAYING THEM TRACKS DOWN

IT AIN'T NASHVILLE, HOSS... NEW YORK OR LA. 
SOMETHING ABOUT THAT MUD 
ROLLING DOWN THAT RIVER EVERYDAY
MUSIC WAS THEIR ANCHOR

(REPEAT CHORUS )


© 2016 Lyrics by Tony Harris (BMI)

Tennessee River Music - ReMix - Lyrics by Tony Harris - Featuring Riff Beach - Original

Original Lyrics by Tony Harris (listed below)
Vocals, Melody and music by Chuck Aaron

YOU MAY THINK THAT I'M FOOLISH
FOR WANTIN' MY OWN SPACE
AND IT MAY SEEM CHILDISH
TO THE FEMALE RACE

DON'T PUT ME DOWN
FOR WANTIN' MY OWN PLACE
DON'T MAKE IT A SHOWDOWN
HONEY, IT'S NO DISGRACE

(CHORUS)
EVERY MAN NEEDS A MAN CAVE
A PLACE TO GET AWAY
EVERY MAN NEEDS A MAN CAVE
A HOME AWAY FROM HOME
EVERY MAN NEEDS A MAN CAVE
AND SOME TIME ALONE
EVERY MAN NEEDS A MAN CAVE
A PLACE TO GET AWAY

IT MAY BE A BASEMENT
OR A MAKE SHIFT STUDIO 
IF IT'S A PLACE OF ENJOYMENT
THAT'S ALL THAT MATTERS

WHEN LIFE GETS IN THE WAY
IN THIS OLD WORLD WE LIVE IN
WE NEED A SPECIAL PLACE
AND SOME OF GOD'S AMAZING GRACE

(REPEAT CHORUS 1 OR 2 TIMES)

2021 © Lyrics by Tony Harris (BMI)

Every Man Needs A Man Cave - Original collab with Chuck Aaron

Dan's Shadowman has left the building ...
Enter Doomjelly, a name I carefully picked out of a hat. 
Thank you very much for listening!