In the heart-wrenching aftermath of losing his partner to a relentless battle with cancer, a man found himself adrift in the vast emptiness of grief. The once vibrant colors of their shared life turned to muted shades, and the echoes of his partner's laughter haunted every corner of their home. The man, once grounded by love, became a nowhere-man, wandering through the days with a heavy heart and a sense of purpose lost. The weight of loss hung heavily upon him, casting a shadow over his every step. Friends reached out, but the fortress of grief he built around himself seemed impenetrable. In the silence of solitude, The man grappled with the void left by his partner's absence, navigating the world like a ship without a compass, lost and yearning for the anchor of love that had been cruelly taken away.

Nowhere Man

Nowhere Man Two - David Wurden (music),  Gary Hayward (lyrics and Vocals)

Modes About Me - Until I Get Better (Prod. LoewFii)

Music: Composed, written, and performed by
LoewFii
https://www.youtube.com/@loewfii5674

Lyrics: Written and performed by Modes About Me "Mark David McClellan"

Until I Get Better (Prod. LoewFii)

First Track of a new musical based on Once Upon A Broken Heart Series by Stephanie Garber

Apollo (Once Upon A Broken Heart The Musical)

Happy belated 19th to Abi.
Known Abi for a 2 years now and he will tell you he’s like a grumpy old man. He reminds me of Otto from Life of Otto in his younger days. A good man who’s recently won an award for being the best leader and the smartest in his university. Abi is modest and he’ll say, “I sound like I’m bragging.” Well, he just stated the fact that he did win. He’s also a loner who doesn’t smoke and drink which makes it near impossible to make friends in his Mexican university. Admirable really. I was nothing like that.He also wrote a letter to his school complaining about how the professors were too lax. It kinda worked. I do hope he’ll make a few friends and also it would be awesome to work with him on a score in the future.

Song goes:
E9 then triplet scratch then E13 followed by a chromatic run. Verse is E mixolydian. Bit of pushing for the rhythm during prechorus. Simple chorus. Bridge is 9/4 then 7/4 twice so adds up to 32 bars. 4/4 bongos going on gives it polyrhythm. Also a chromatic mediant progression going from Em to G#. Lead  guitar plays hindu scale in the second prechorus and Dorian in the bridge. 

Lyrics: Basically it’s an anti worship song against all forms of worship including pagan worship. Here are the lyrics with annotations

State your name Gloria. State your claim your fame     (Gloria might have been there cos’ the vocal run in ‘Rooster’ by AiC is gorgeous)
when my time is up. Cos' it's never enough, maybe you've failed to fill my cup
Prophets standing on the street. Butchers with all their meat. Can you put my mind at ease
I got more where this comes from. I'm just waiting for my last breath

Prechorus
It's not worth it so we're running on down the hill (we’re gonna take it alright)
Wanna see that your fake smile can be real (set it alight)

Chorus

Silence said the angel to the night
Bow down said the demon to his right. (It sounded badass)
I believe in darkness
I believe in magic
I believe what's tragic
Will save me from harm

Verse 2

You've got the nerve to ask. That woman her age
don't you think before you speak. If you wanna leave here in one piece
Got no time. For time. Got no watch on my grind (I really don’t wear a watch. A smartphone will tell you the time)
So I speak my mind. And I don't speak for all humankind

Pre Chorus 2
It's not pagan when it's part of your core beliefs (namaste)      (Making fun of paganism. I improvised namaste as I thought it sounded spiritual and turns out is Hindi)
That subconscious need to get on your knees. (Touche)

Chorus 2
Silence said the angel to the night
Bow down said the demon to his right
I believe in darkness
I believe in magic
I believe what's tragic
Will save me from harm

Outro:
I believe in darkness
I believe in magic
I believe what's tragic
Will save me from harm

Dark Magic

NOTTURNO, symphonic poem

To my Bride Anna

NOTTURNO POEMA SINFONICO

Run to you

In my stone tower, high above the restless town,
My chamber's quiet, save for parchment laid down.
Only for the brew of blackest bean, I dare descend,
Then back to my sanctuary, where thoughts and shadows blend.

My words travel on invisible steeds so bold,
From this fortress aloof, to the hearths now cold.
A visage in a frame, confined by magic lore,
My counsel spread afar, from shore to distant shore.

I'm the hermit, let me be,
Silence here, thoughts roam free.
Speak not, don't disturb my think,
In solitude's depth, I link.

When the scrolls are rolled and the quill pens dry,
I muse on the silence that money can't buy.
Is this tower my haven, or is it my cage?
Only the echoes of ages will gauge.

Yet in this quiet, my soul's eye sees clear,
In the calm between messages, truth draws near.
The brew steams like a potion, calling me forth,
A hermit midst commerce, unmeasured in worth.

Let me be, let me think,
In this silence, on the brink.
Speak not, disturb not, let me be,
Solitude is where I'm free.

Hermit's heart, hermit's mind,
In my keep, peace I find.
Let me be, let me dream,
In quiet waters, thoughts stream.

Speak not, disturb not, let me be,
In solitude, I find the key.
Hermit's call, hermit's plea,
In this silence, let me be.

Let me be, let me think,
In this silence, on the brink.
Speak not, disturb not, let me be,
Solitude is where I'm free.

Hermit's heart, hermit's mind,
In my keep, peace I find.
Let me be, let me dream,
In quiet waters, thoughts stream.

Speak not, disturb not, let me be,
In solitude, I find the key.
Hermit's call, hermit's plea,
In this silence, let me be me.

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"The Hermit" is a blend of genres, where the soulful depths of delta blues meet the ancient sounds of medieval instruments. This song tells the story of a solitary figure, isolated in a stone tower, finding peace and profound insights away from the bustling world below. The track explores themes of solitude, self-reflection, and the eternal search for truth. Each verse invites you to ponder the balance between isolation and inner peace, questioning whether solitude is a prison or a gateway to deeper understanding.

The Hermit (Introvert Song)

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Soul

Medallion

I guess a folk song can't technically be original (since they are all attributed to "anon") but to me it's a folk song. The Battle of Worcester was fought between the Parliamentarians led from Oliver Cromwell, and the Royalists led by Charles II. Most of the king's troops were Scottish foot soldiers. They were recruited based on familial and community pressure, propaganda and outright lies, and marched hundreds of miles south to a confrontation that looked increasingly unwinnable. When the battle was inevitably lost and Charles fled to safety the Scottish troops were left to flee north (those who weren't slaughtered on the field). Pretty much all were rounded up and either executed on the spot or sold to slavery. Victims of the Civil Wars.

#englishcivilwar #battleofworcester #worcester #folksong #acousticmusic #acousticguitar #originalsong #scotland

North (live demo)

california killer

David Wurden is a composer, keyboardist, drummer, and skilled producer. With a penchant for exploring the unconventional, he possesses a unique ability to revolutionize musical compositions, defying traditional boundaries. Through his artistry, David takes listeners on a captivating sonic odyssey, venturing into uncharted territories and reimagining both vintage and contemporary sounds. His evocative melodies and intricate rhythms transport audiences, allowing their imaginations to wander freely in the boundless expanse of the universe. With an unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of musical expression,  David Wurden is an unparalleled force in the world of music.

https://youtube.com/channel/UCaFR1fBrwmQddm-gmwPGEzA
https://davidwurden.bandcamp.com/follow_me