Collection of jazz-related songs I have written of the last several years. Much "thanks" to Len Cagle, tenor saxophone, who was featured in many of the pieces.

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Ride it Out! A supportive playlist.

My August Favs

Panacea

Singer songwriter

A big thank you to Gabriel Vanore (https://soundcloud.com/vangabriel) for his wonderful production of this song, and for getting Brian on board.
A big thank you to Brian Peters (https://soundcloud.com/brianpeters-3)  for additional guitar and some marvelous backing vocals. It was so good working with him again - my old music partner.

Pravinand Maharaj (Johnny Minstrel): Acoustic guitar, vocals, lead solo

Brian Peters: Second guitar, backing vocals and chant

Gabriel Vanore (Van Gabriel): Mixing and Production

Cover Art by Chris Living (https://soundcloud.com/chrisliving)


Burning Tree – Words & Music: Pravinand Maharaj aka Johnny Minstrel - with additional Greek chant by Brian Peters

What fire’s this?
No smoke no burn
Whose voice it speaks?
So loud, so stern
Neath the burning tree

What does it say?
What can you hear?
Kneel down and pray
Till the thunder rolls clear
From the burning tree

Chorus:
I am, I am
Though my face you can’t see
I am, I am
And I will always be

What must you do?
You hear people cry
Who’ll go with you?
Set the captives free to fly
From the burning tree

Chorus:
I am, I am
Though my face you can’t see
I am, I am 
And I will always be

Who can change the aimless
A sated man won’t feed
Who can name the Nameless
On every tongue
Calling from your need

Chorus:
I am, I am
Though my face you can’t see
I am, I am
And I will always be

What fire’s this?
No smoke, no burn
Whose voice it speaks?
So loud, so stern
Neath the burning tree

Additional Chant by Brian Peters:
Ακίνητος υποκινητής – 
αιτία και Γεννήτορά...
Akienintosh Epokinitis – 
Atia kay Yennitora
(Motionless Mover – Causer – Begetter – Prime Parent)









Burning Tree by Johnny Minstrel and Brian Peters - A Van Gabriel Production

Dusted off the trombone for a change of pace with some smooth jazz, accompanied by Len Cagle on saxophone.
Dave Heffner - song, production, trombone, piano
Len Cagle - saxophone
Copyright 2016 David B. Heffner
See DAVEHEFFNER.COM for more information

Blues Etude No. 2 (feat. Len Cagle - sax, Dave Heffner - piano, trombone)

Third in a series of etudes or studies in jazz and the blues.  Written to a hip hop beat.
Copyright 2016 David B. Heffner

Blues Etude No. 3 (feat. Len Cagle - tenor sax, Dudly Ulysse - drum, Dave - piano, trombone)

See outer space video... https://youtu.be/M0tVjlq_DNU. Web site: http://DAVEHEFFNER.COM
Len Cagle - saxophone, Dave Heffner - piano
Fourth in a popular series of smooth jazz using elements of hip hop and electronic music. Original compositions. See http;//DAVEHEFFNER.COM for more information. Copyright 2016 David B. Heffner

Blues Etude No. 4 "Goodbye" feat. Len Cagle - saxophone, Dave - Piano

The Music Mission Group..--.Guido Sax--& Helmut Slide Guitar

Blizzard

THE SOUTHERN BREEZE

Out of Words

Rare Elements' new single is a shameless rock song that features tons of distorted vintage (1975 model) Flying V guitar and much more with a fresh touch.

(You're) Bad Medicine

This track is about love lost, in any capacity. It's the infatuation with something you simply cannot have, but the willingness to even just watch it grow, without it ever being yours.

Story Book Ends

Mezmerized

Mesmerized

This is the fruition of this EP thank you so much for listening and I hope you're "falling" in love with it!

Falling

I think I got addicted to the feeling. When it kept burning out so quick I felt so much I felt nothing at all. Sorry for drug we became, but thanks for the memories now that we're apart. All I want is one more night., then I'll be fine.

Cover credits To Alex Decena

Addict

I grew up listening to country music along with early Rock & Roll. Chuck
Berry was nicknamed "Father of Rock & Roll.  With such songs as
Maybellene, Roll Over Beethoven, Rock & Roll Music and Johnny B. Goode he topped the charts in the 1950's.  Every guitar player of my
generation played or tried to play Johnny B Goode.  He died March 18, 2017. No one does it like Chuck Berry, so I decided to do my version of Nadine as a tribute to the man.  Thanks

Nadine  ( Cover - Chuck Berry)

YouTube: https://youtu.be/RmdwzoKbD5o Website: https://DAVEHEFFNER.COM. Style: Singer-Songwriter.  Featuring: Anna Rader - vocals, Alfonso Llorente Sardi - acoustic guitar, Dave - keyboard, production.
My compositions are often complex, but occasionally a song leads the writer to more simplicity. Such is the song ballad "Love Today" inspired by the phrase found in the first verse, "I wondered what memories I'd leave behind." Following the more usual orchestration, ended up greatly reducing the drum, bass, and strings, while eliminating the electric guitar. Bogota guitarist Alfredo Llorente Sardi redid the guitar track with a beautiful acoustic rendition. My daughter Anna Rader sings the reflective words with her rich soprano voice. The song concludes, "to show some love today."
LYRICS
VERSE1
Sitting alone in my office one day,
Sun going down, Chores out of my way,
I wondered what memories I’d leave behind.

VERSE2
Would memories be of me smiling?
Would the stories be inspiring?
Would I be remembered as being kind?

CHORUS
Memories are short and do not last.
What will be remembered when we’re past?
Try, try, try, to show someone love today!

Get out of your room. Go have some fun.
Make some new friends or visit special ones.
Try, try, try, to show someone love today!
BRIDGE
VERSE3
Tell a story. Don’t make it long.
Write it down. Yes, sing a song.
Let friends know your love is here to stay.
VERSE4
Acres of diamonds in your own backyard.
Help someone. Let down your guard.
Warn the young of hazards and show them the way.
VERSE3
CHORUS
REFRAIN
Try, try, try, to show some love.
Try, try, try, with help from above.
Try, try, try, to show some love today!
ENDING

Love Today (ft. Anna Rader - vocals, Alfonso Llorente Sardi - acoustic guitar)

The Next Right Thing (2011  Demo) by Beth Williams
Songwriter - Stephen Paul Wallace
YOU TUBE VIDEO: https://youtu.be/_RmH589RPgQ
Vocals - Beth Williams    Piano, Rhythm Guitar - Beth Williams

"I am deeply moved to hear Beth Williams perform a song I've written. She breaths life into the song by giving it her own personal touch and all the heart and soul you can imagine. This beautiful and moving rendition of THE NEXT RIGHT THING will bring a tear to your eye." Stephen Paul Wallace

WALLACE & WILLIAMS Rendition: https://youtu.be/gYWVCu5eN8s

Stephens version recorded 2013 KRFC's Live @ Lunch: 
https://youtu.be/_n1TYmS9W8o

https://www.facebook.com/stephenpaulwallacemusic/

The Next Right Thing by Beth Williams

The Sogdians were traders on the Silk Road. They were famed for their welcome.  A small group of their descendants remain, living in a far off valley. 
Maybe still a work in progress, I recorded this little tune on ‘SaySo’ my Les Paul as an antidote for all the modulation and delay obsessions. I’m still messing with the production so may repost it one day. I can never seem to get tracks working well on different kinds of speakers so I hope this sounds good for you.

Sogdian Greetings

A SIMPLE SONG ABOUT WHAT'S IMPORTANT. YouTube: youtu.be/Xxi1FVBp0Po. Website: daveheffner.com. Genre: Singer - Songwriter. Dave sings and plays keyboards this simple ballad about the riches around us.
LYRICS.
VERSE 1
I like the simple life.
The simple life’s for me.
Give me a sunny day,
Wind in the trees.
Air that’s fresh, and water clean,
Food that’s good to eat.
Warm clothes so I don’t freeze.
Shoes for my feet.
CHORUS
Oh-wee-oh, wee-oh, oh. Simple life for me.
Oh-wee-oh, wee-oh, oh. Best things are for free.
VERSE 2
When we’re born into this world,
We have simple needs.
Then as we grow older,
Life picks up speed.
We can read many books,,
Lots of facts they give.
We can learn lots of rules,
But not how to live.
PRE-CHORUS
Oh----, wee-oh
Oh----, wee-oh
CHORUS
BRIDGE
(8 bar instrumental)
CHORUS
VERSE 3
Gazing at the mountains,
We can look for free.
Beauty surrounds us.
All Nature we can see.
Clouds up in the sky. Ocean…
Waves that never end.
Life is overflowing.
Share it with a friend.
CHORUS
VERSE 4
When we pass and leave this world,
We leave it alone.
Until then we have riches,
From things we find at home.
Family, friends, and beauty,
Nature’s full buffet.
The simple things around us,
‘round us every day.
PRE-CHORUS
CHORUS

Simple Life (Dave - vocals)

YouTube: https://youtu.be/7XEpo8GqzwM   Website: https://daveheffner.com.
It started out innocently enough: "What could I write for piano at 180 bpm?" Then I started playing around with my voice tone using a popular plugin. So why not add a sub-bass track to test out my new speaker? After many bells and whistles later and massive editing cuts, one gets a frantic two minute track, not to be confused with Mozart's Minute Waltz. :-)Perhaps this reflects being stuck in my house for a couple months. Artwork by Arianna Rader.

Two Minute Workout

So long before the trip has gone.
The empty faces up on the wall.

Ooh... before I die... Ooh
I'll never say goodbye

Sometimes you say goodbye
to all the people and their mysteries
around and the mountains never chased.
And it's history we've been through.
All the tricks that they've done to us.
All the ones that you've got to know
that sometimes just die,
in my world, in your world,
it's time, my time, your time, to say goodbye.

Ooh... before I die... Ooh
I'll never say goodbye.
Ooh... before I die... Ooh
I'll never say goodbye.

Sometimes you say goodbye
to all the lies, and leave behind
the one you were to see there is no chase.
And it's history we've been through.
All the tricks that they've done to us.
All the ones that you've got to know,
that sometimes just lie,
in my world, in your world,
it's time, my time, your time, to say goodbye.

Ooh... before I die... Ooh
I'll never say goodbye.
Ooh... before I die... Ooh
I'll never, ever, say goodbye.

Sometimes you walk away
from all the pain, and wonder why
you feel alone in a dancing crowd.
And it's future I've been dreaming of.
All the games that they played with us.
All the time that we used to have,
and now we are just being trapped
in my world, in your world,
it's time, my time, your time, to say goodbye...

Ooh... before I die... Ooh
I'll never say goodbye
Ooh... before I die... Ooh
I'll never say goodbye

My time to say goodbye
to the illusion of time to go.

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Lyrics, Vocals & Drums by @melakki
Bass Guitar, Synthesizers & Artwork by @boolapp-goro
Mix & Master by Björn (BLRStudios)
Recorded & published by 2:45

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Time To Go

Come Get It

YouTube: https://youtu.be/MDfgSB9BRcE Photos used in this video are the gardens of our former Queen Anne Victorian house in Pennsylvania. Cover pastel is by my wife Janet Heffner. The music composition was originally written for a ballet production about the artist Henri Matisse. The trumpet was chosen when writing the lead part, since I consider it to be a very colorful instrument. Bruce Klepper's (https://soundcloud.com/bruce-klepper-1) arrangement skill brings out some rich harmonies in the saxophones and brass sections. He also worked on improving the overall brass timbres. I was inspired in writing this song by posting the word “colorful” over my keyboard for a few weeks.

Colorful (Instrumental, Bruce Klepper - arr.)

Creating sounds and grooves, and not knowing where I am heading.

SPACE SKIPPING

Written by Terry Reeves

Terry Reeves: Vocals
Hans Albers: All instruments, Arrangement, Production & Final Mix

Watching my brother Bri living out the last few months of his life was probably the most difficult thing I’ve ever had to do.  We had been told that there was no cure for his illness and that, at some point, the inevitable would happen.  But right up until the final few days, he refused to accept this, believing that, somewhere out there, there was some magical remedy he would find to take it all away.  He consulted with so many ‘alternative’ therapists, who all promised their brand of snake oil would deliver him from all that ailed him.  These were always both expensive and totally useless.  

A few weeks before he died, I was sitting by his hospital bed when he actually asked me, “Do You Believe In Magic?”  Knowing what I knew, what possible answer could I give?  Bri already knew the answer too but, all the same, I wished I could have given a convincing and unequivocal ‘yes’.  Difficult though it undoubtedly was, I had to reply that I didn’t but wanting to support him as best I could, told him I believed in him and would always love him 

There is nothing worse than watching someone in their final moments, particularly when they have been such an essential part of your life.  As you get older, facing this scenario becomes unavoidable and though age provides a better understanding of the fact, it never reduces the pain.  Both Gal and I faced similar bedside questions from Bri and this song tries to reflect those onerous, interminable times when one has to be both supportive and honest all at the same time.   

What can you say about Hans that hasn’t already been said?  When I sent him the demo of this song I did wonder if the subject matter may prove difficult.  But his  incredible ability to manifest every emotional nuance in his arrangements is something that always inspires and impresses, as demonstrated so beautifully here.  (Terry Reeves)

Do you believe in magic?
Do you believe in changing world?
Do you believe it's tragic?
Do you believe there's more to be told? 

Casting spells with waving hands
Praying thoughts with pagan strands
Making deals with Devil's soul
Sharing fears for spirit parole
No, no

Do you believe in magic?
Do you believe in immortal thoughts?
Do you believe in metric?
Do you believe in nine times nought? 

Tribal dancing, releasing curse
Tantric thinking, avoid the worse
Watching stars for future needs
Not drinking tea but reading leaves
No, no

Do you believe in magic?
Do you believe in sacrifice? 
Do you believe in panic?
Do you believe in rolling dice?

Chanting mantras one more day
Reiki heat takes pain away
Resurrection not in the plan
Wooden cross protect the man
No, no

Do you believe in magic?
Do you believe in searching prayer?
Do you believe in medics?
Do you believe in going nowhere? 

Holding bible in folded arms
Writing words, performing psalms
Chasing shadows, finding light
Avoid the truth, increase the fight
(Repeat verse)

No, no

Do you believe in magic? (Repeat until end)

Do You Believe In Magic? Cripple Club & Hans Albers (please see description)

From the album “ Them Hybrid Folk”- https://moodexhibit.bandcamp.com/album/them-hybrid-folk

Mood Exhibit - Faux Meadow

Revised, Re-Recorded, and ReMiXed from an earlier version Awhile Back.
In A World Without Why ©
Riff Beach - Original
RiffWerx - 2020 (Revised)
In a World Without Why
I keep wondering When
Just when in The Hell….
Will it make sense again?
The Grindin’ of Gears
And, The Spinnin’ of Wheels 
Overcoming Fears
Man, I forgot how it feels….
--- Chorus ---
In a World Without Why
They make up all their own answers
Are you tired of watching Bad Moves
By The World’s Worst Dancers?
You know sometimes I wonder…
Why can’t we all just get along?
Because when everything’s right
We’re feeling so strong
--- Bridge ---
Words without Action
Songs without Verse
Should we join The Band…..
Or, maybe, just rehearse?
Why not end all the Lyin’….
Oh, Why can’t they tell?
Cuz’ Nobody’s Buyin'…..
What they’re tryin’ to Sell !

Sunny Beaches All Around

In A World Without Why  ©

In A World Without Why © - Original AcoustaTronic

The lyrical message is to not hold one’s emotions inside oneself when upset, but to find a trustworthy person in whom to confide. There is a lot of pain in the world and we are here to help each other.

It's Okay (ft. Dudly Ulysse - vocals)

ALL THE DREAMS WILL CRY WITHOUT YOU
Written & Produced by Andrew Borderick Copyright AB Music 2015/2020
Featuring MIke Gabriel (UNGUIDED EXPRESS) on all guitars.
Key, Bass & Vocals by Andrew Borderick
Mastering by Mike Gabriel
Cover Design by my Granddaughter Elke Fletcher

WE LIVE SO FAR APART
BUT THE SUN GOES DOWN IN EVERY TOWN
AND THE DAYS WE GREW
YOU WILL ALWAYS SHINE

YOUR ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAND
TAKES MY HEART AND SOUL GIVES AN ENDLESS SMILE
I COULD LIVE IN YOU
YOU GET ME ROLLING HIGH IN THE SKY WITH YOU
(chorus)
ALL THE DREAMS WILL CRY WITHOUT YOU
ALL THE DREAMS WILL CRY WITHOUT YOU

NOW THAT I KNOW YOU
THERE IS MORE TO LIFE IT MAKES YOU CRY
THERE'S SILENCE IN THE AIR
NOW WE'RE FAR APART THERE'S ONLY PICTURES OF YOU
(chorus)
ALL THE DREAMS WILL CRY WITHOUT YOU
ALL THE DREAMS WILL CRY WITHOUT YOU
(break)
WE LIVE SO FAR APART
BUT THE SUN GOES DOWN IN EVERY TOWN
AND THE DAYS WE GREW
i WILL ALWAYS SHINE AN ENDLESS LOVE FOR YOU
(chorus)
ALL THE DREAMS WILL CRY WITHOUT YOU
ALL THE DREAMS WILL CRY WITHOUT YOU

ALL THE DREAMS WILL CRY WITHOUT YOU

ALL THE DREAMS WILL CRY WITHOUT YOU - Featuring MIke Gabriel (UNGUIDED EXPRESS) on Guitar.

opening track from the current album "Astray"-
available here: https://moodexhibit.bandcamp.com/album/astray

Mood Exhibit - Lumia Overdrive

The cameraman
“The Camera Man” by Three Photons is an indie-blues rock track with strong 60s/70s experimental vibes and gritty, analog production. It blends crunchy rhythm guitars, ambient leads, and emotionally raw lyrics that explore themes of isolation, media distortion, and urban disillusionment.

I imagine a cameraman sees a lot of things he doesn't want to see or believe ;-)
Written by Tim Griffis July 2020
mix 1: July 21, 2020, lead vocal panned left (experimental 60s/70s) 

Technical Details
Recorded at Princeton Studio
Tim's Guitars
Rhythm: Gibson Les Paul Standard
Lead1: Gibson Les Paul Standard
Bass: Fender Squire

Mics: Neumann TLM 67
Drums: arranged by TG
Software: Pro Tools
Vocals: TG

Mixer: API 24 channel summing mixer (8200/7800)
Stereo Bus processing (API EQ and API compressor)
Final mix down to a MARA MCI JH110 1/4inch 2-track at 15 ips using ATR Master Tape. 


Lyrics

Verse 1
It's a camera eye
I look away
or I go blind
it ain't pretty
livin alone in this dirty city

Chorus 1
Just like Elvis
when he hit his prime, I shoot at the TV
I hate lookin in the camera eye
when you're staring at me

Verse 2
Hey girl
it ain't pretty
going on down on this empty life
you sure are witty
I can't stand one more lie....

Chorus 2
Just like Elvis
when he hit his prime, I shoot at the TV
I hate lookin at the camera eye
when you're staring at me

Outro
Just like Elvis
when he hit his prime, I shoot at the TV
I hate lookin at the camera eye
when you're staring at me
Just like Elvis
when he hit his prime, I shoot at the TV
I hate lookin at the camera eye
when you're staring at me

The cameraman

(Alice Weiler - vocals, Len Cagle - tenor saxophone, Tim Breon - stand up bass, Dudly Ulysse - drums, Janet Heffner - vocals, Dave - vocals, piano, synths)
“...it’s goodbye my friend, Like all earthly things, they must come to an end. But love and thoughts go on.” I continue to explore layering the vocals. There are two main musical themes that converge in the ending. In the second theme Alice and I do some “scat” vocals combined with Dudly Ulysses’ driving drums, Tim Breon’s rapid acoustic bass improvisation, and Len Cagle’s jazzy saxophone. A lot is going on, which is challenging and fun. The overall test for me is: does it “swing?” I believe the answer is “yes!”

Love & Thoughts Go On (Dave-vox, synths, Weiler-vox, Cagle-sax, Breon-bass, Ulysse-drum, Jan-vox)

Ne Mui

My lyrics below inspired Chuck to produce this track.
Lyrics by Tony Harris
Vocals, Guitar and Mix by Chuck Aaron

HE NEVER GOT A FAIR SHAKE			
NO MATTER HOW HARD HE TRIED			
NEVER GOT A BRAKE			
ALWAYS WANDERIN' WHY			
			
NO MATTER WHAT WAS GOIN' ON			
HE NEVER CAME OUT ON TOP			
WHAT DID HE DO WRONG			
HAD WORKED NONSTOP			
			
(CHORUS)			
HIS GRANDPA ALWAYS SAID			
JUST KEEP ON KEEPIN' ON			
NEVER GIVE UP THE FIGHT			
KEEP ON KEEPIN' ON			
ALLWAYS DO WHAT'S RIGHT			
KEEP ON KEEPIN' ON			
ANGEL'S ARE ALMOST IN SIGHT			
			
HE DIDN'T LET IT GET HIM DOWN 			
DID THE BEST THAT HE COULD DO			
RUNNIN' FOR THAT TOUCHDOWN			
CAUSE HIS TIME WAS OVERDUE			
			
HIS LIFE WAS FILLED WITH STRIFE			
NEVER STOPPED DREANIN'			
WANTED THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE			
NEVER STOPPED TRYIN'			
			
(REPEAT CHORUS)			
			
NEVER GIVE UP THE FIGHT			
ANGEL'S ARE ALMOST IN SIGHT			
			
2020 © Lyrics by Tony Harris (BMI)

Keep On Keepin' On - Lyrics by Tony Harris - Featuring Chuck Aaron - New Original

Don't miss the video: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9vqX68K9x0&feature=emb_title

Para Lia - 'Riders On The Dike' (Feat. Amanda Kim Sanderson)
Taken from the new album ‘Gone With The Flow’
https://paralia.bandcamp.com/album/gone-with-the-flow

3D virtual art exhibition:
http://www.sophisticatedape.com/gone-with-the-flow-exhibition/

Thank you everyone for listening and supporting Para Lia!

words and music by René Methner, Copyright 2020
mix and production: René Methner
mastering: Thomas Heimann-Trosien, TurnstyleMastering, Berlin
cover artwork: Louis Renzoni

Follow Para Lia on:
www.facebook.com/paraliamusic/
www.instagram.com/paralia.music/
twitter.com/para_lia_band
www.youtube.com/channel/UCNABsfHKaCDk28fOj91Dc1g

‘Riders On The Dike’ features the vocals of UK singer/songwriter Amanda Kim Sanderson. Thank you for your friendship and the way you rock the track Amanda! :) It is such a pleasure to work with you and we are mighty proud that you joined us for this song! Follow the amazing Amanda Kim Sanderson on Soundcloud: @phoebeelena


The cover artwork comes from an original idea from the New York Artist Louis Renzoni, who said something like that Para Lia uses the same colors like he does - so the idea of a collaboration was born. Louis artwork runs throughout the album where the artists’ work features more extensively with both featuring in an online virtual music/art exhibition:
http://www.sophisticatedape.com/gone-with-the-flow-exhibition/

Thank you @mrcagey @three-photons @andrew-borderick @subjecttorevision @terrywigmore @fadysporz for your feedback on the mastered stuff!

follow me, we're on the way
to make more out of today
and when we fail we change course
milestones won't move
but our creeping paths are pretty cool
we're the today's soft option fools
i don't know if it's too late
i don't know how long we'll stay
the idea is to go higher
fly over by my side
with curiosity in mind
we are on the loose
we are the riders on the dike
hand me over my fate
and stay with me along the way
if you come around i am okay
i don't know if it's too late
i don't know how long we'll stay
the idea is to go higher
fly over by my side
with curiosity in mind
we are on the loose
we are the riders on the dike
the riders on the dike

Riders On The Dike (Feat. Amanda Kim Sanderson)

Bandcamp

Pierre Bordetti productions (c) 08/2020.

Composed, arranged, performed, and produced by:
Pierre Bordetti
Special thanks to my friend Alain for the beautiful photo of Crete.

SEAVIEW

Why can't I see you in the picture,
I still think I'm cure,
but my memories come back to my mind,
like grains of sand blown by the wind,
that stings your head,
it's my fear, it's my dread,

Summer light,
always blue sky,
it's time,
to rest my mind,
but my soul is dark,
you left my heart,
you left my heart,

I need you,
for share this view,

Why can't I see you in the picture,
I still think I'm cure,
but my memories come back to my mind,
like grains of sand blown by the wind,
that stings your head,
it's my fear, it's my dread,

Summer light,
always blue sky,
it's time,
to rest my mind,
but my soul is dark,
you left my heart,

I need you,
for share this view,

Seaview

One Love

It can be like a "circus" out there. YouTube: https://youtu.be/NSxi2_4ox40.
Much thanks to, "joerxworx" (https://soundcloud.com/joerxworx)for his flute improvisation.
Dave Heffner: vocals, lyrics, production
LYRICS - "The Circus is Everywhere"
VERSE1
On the weekend, the circus comes to town.
Bringing entertainment, and lots of clowns.
All sorts of tricks. They monkey around.
It’s fun, for you and for me.
VERSE2
On Monday morning, our work begins.
There’s entertainment, as the circus spins.
Lots of clowns, who monkey around.
Don’t you see? Don’t you see?
CHORUS1
The circus is everywhere.
Seems people just don’t care.
I have to wonder what’s in the air.
Is it me? Is it me?
VERSE3
In the circus, there’s action in three rings.
Dogs do tricks, while performers dance and sing.
Looks like confusion, as acrobats swing.
It’s’ fun, for you and me.
VERSE4
When shopping at the grocery store,
Finding the right toothpaste has become a chore.
Paperwork’s confusing.
It’s spread out on the floor.
Don’t you see? Don’t you see?
CHORUS2
The circus is everywhere.
Common sense is increasingly rare.
I have to wonder what’s in the air.
Is it me? Is it me?
REFRAIN
The circus is everywhere.
Seems people just don’t care.
I have to wonder what’s in the air.
Is it me? Is it me?

The Circus Is Everywhere (ft. joerxworx - flute)

Latest version is remastered but most importantly featuring the talented and lovely Ciroyelle with her stunning vocals!!!! Follow her here: https://soundcloud.com/teufelskreis-net

and on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0qJr8xW8shlDdhyfERX4Ol


Let's face it, this has been a rough year. Here is a track that started as a jam track (and still kind of is) that became a blues song. Thanks to Aura for the awesome photos, one of which I used for the song art. If you can hang in for all 7 minutes, that is awesome! 3 humble recommendations for this song:

1. Lights down 
2. Volume up
3. Headphones on
:)


Composed, arranged, performed, and produced by:
Tyler Cressman 

Backup Vocals: Maynard Cressman

Instruments: Gibson Les Paul, Schecter Bass, Drum Machine, Organ, Steinway Piano, Tambourine, Martin Acoustic Guitar, Synth, and I think that is it. 
Here are the lyrics:

When I look at 2020 baby, I see one color. How bout you?
When I look at 2020 baby, I see one color. How bout you? What do you see?

When I look at 2020 baby, my eyes only see blue.
When I look at 2020 baby, my eyes only see blue.

Hear that 2021 train a' comin. Know exactly what I'm gonna do. Got a plan baby?
Hear that 2021 train a' comin. Know exactly what I'm gonna do.

Gonna snatch right up my ticket, might even get me two.
Gonna snatch right up my ticket, might even get me two.

Gonna paint you a picture baby, need one color.....it's blue.
Lemme get my brush! (Very Long solo lol)

Thanks for listening :)

Numbers in Color (Worldwide Version)

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Numbers In Color (Worldwide Version)

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This original fast-paced performance contains elements of modern jazz, big band, indie rock, and electronic pop. Thanks to "joerxworx" (https://soundcloud.com/joerxworx) on tenor saxophone whose improvisational and tonal skills are clearly demonstrated.

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Chimneys

Colorado Songwriter, Electronic Musician, Producer. ASCAP member. Ballads, Dance, Rock, Electronica, Jazz, Hip Hop, with a mix of everything else. All original compositions with live artists on most tracks. Piano study began at 5 years old, continued through university study and incorporated with electronic music since the introduction of MIDI. Have taught, consulted and composed electronic music. Primary platform is Pro Tools, with which I also do training and consulting. Open to collaboration. More information at my website.