Dieses Stück hat mich richtig gepackt. Über 9 Minuten entfaltet sich eine musikalische Reise zwischen Prog Rock und cinematischer Dramatik – irgendwo zwischen Yes und Genesis, aber ganz eigenständig. Der Text ist tief, poetisch und bewegend. Es geht um Freiheit, Verlust, Stärke und das stille Ringen um Hoffnung. Gut gemacht!

Excellently crafted, could well be from Ayreon and/or similar multi-artist prog collabs ... Klasse!

Stoney Bologna

Night Shift

Counterwise

IDA NOLAN & ESCALAZER - MASQUERADE 
Unveil the truth behind the masks. Discover "Masquerade" - a captivating new track born from a unique collaboration between a German-Irish spoken -word artist and a Cologne-based electronicmusic & synthwave duo. Dive into a sonic journey that explores the hidden faces we wear in everyday life and in our free time. Are you ready to reveal what lies beneath? 
Check out the new artist-accounts:
IDA NOLAN: https://soundcloud.com/ida-nolan
ESCALAZER: https://soundcloud.com/escalazer

Vocals & Guitar by Ida Nolan
Musiccomposition by Escalazer
Mixed by SXS for Ida Nolan & Escalazer.

All rights reserved by IDA NOLAN , ESCALAZER & MOFLOW RECORDS

MASQUERADE

The gentle whisper of the free,
A hallowed silence, meant to be.
This tender peace, a fragile grace,
Reflected in each human face.
But when the shadows fiercely grow,
And ancient fears begin to flow,
A different strength, a stern command,
To guard the dream, in this dear land.

The sword we draw, a painful gleam,
To save the light, dispel the dream
Of slumbering souls, in twilight deep,
While sacred promises we keep.
But when the shadows fiercely grow,
And ancient fears begin to flow,
A different strength, a stern command,
To guard the dream, in this dear land.

An angel's tear, a silent fall,
For what is lost beyond recall.
The price of safety, stark and bare,
A sorrow that the heavens bear.

Hear the silence, feel the ache...

And when the shadows fiercely grew,
A heavy price, we saw it through.
This weary strength, a solemn hand,
To shield the dream, in this scarred land.

Oh, freedom's breath, so pure and bright,
And peace's embrace, in fading light.
Must beauty bleed, for truth to rise?
Reflected in the watchful skies.
The spirit weeps, the spirit fights...
For freedom's dawn, and endless nights.
Must beauty bleed, for truth to rise?
Reflected in the watchful skies.

But when the shadows fiercely grow,
And ancient fears begin to flow,
A different strength, a stern command,
To guard the dream, in this dear land.

—
Arrangement and vocals: Volker Redder, Udio, Apple's GarageBand
Loops and samples: Volker Redder, Apple's GarageBand
Editing and sound design: Volker Redder, Ozone 11, Sound Studio, GarageBand
Lyrics: Volker Redder, translated with the help of Google Translate
Cover design: Volker Redder, Adobe Photoshop, FLUXpro, Apple's Keynote

Guarding The Dream

Solara by Astralla. beautiful relaxing ambient Music

Solara

A special Thank You to Brandy Nicole Hammock for letting us use her beautiful poem, 'Oh Savannah, I Long for You'. 
Instrumental, Production by Oussama Arichi
Vocals, Mix, Production by Nadia Selvaggi
Trumpet by Francisco Grillo
Lyrics by Brandy Nicole Hammock: https://medium.com/@telleroftalesinbooks/a-poem-about-savannah-georgia-f4cbc67898ab

O Savannah by Oussama Arichi & Nadia Selvaggi w/ Francisco Grillo

This little melody blends the warm feeling of the music with the visual of a late autumn day. A beautiful, gentle ending, not a sad one.

Golden Dusk

Those lyrics about doing better instant photos as well inspired a second R&B version, now performed by a lady ... so I won't keep that for myself. 

Snap a Shot

The Midnight Grocery Run

Ok....no more energy drinks for YOU  😆

Vocals - Mark, Janie,  Ava, Ivy, Eric and Sparky
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We got the Quickness
We move fast

We got the Quickness
So we move fast

How fast is fast?
How rapid is rapid?
How quick is quick?

© 2025 Sparky Bonehead

the Quickness

"Redder" is a palindrome. Like "racecar" or "level". These pieces of music ain't.

Hi, I’m Volker – or "docredder"/"redder" when it comes to music. My journey into sound started early: as a child I sang Bach in a boys’ church choir, and that’s when I discovered how music can feel like both mathematics and magic at the same time. Later in life, I studied science and technology, but music has always stayed with me, as a way to process emotions, ideas, and imagination.
I’m not a virtuoso on any instrument, just a little guitar and some keyboard, but that never stopped me. For me, music is not about technical perfection, it’s about creating moods, telling small stories, and experimenting with sounds. That’s why I produce everything myself: the writing, the arrangements, the vocals, the mixing, and even the cover artwork. It’s a DIY approach, but it allows me to keep every piece authentic.
My influences are eclectic. I’ve always admired the timeless soundscapes of Pink Floyd and Genesis, the storytelling of Supertramp, the bold arrangements of Yes, Electric Light Orchestra and Muse, and the free spirit of Miles Davis. From progressive rock and indie pop to touches of jazz, funk, or ambient - I enjoy blending different textures until something new emerges.
Over the past years I’ve released a wide range of tracks, from introspective ballads like "Lament of the Last Generation" and "The End of Our Human Days" to playful experiments such as "Anna Sutter" or "Das Sein im Tinder-Schein". Some songs are melancholic, others ironic, some are inspired by literature, history, or science fiction. What connects them all is that they come straight from the heart - and from curiosity.
Every song is a little adventure for me. Sometimes it begins with a lyric, sometimes with a guitar loop, sometimes just with a feeling. I use simple tools like GarageBand, samples, my own voice and AI voices, but I try to arrange and transform them in ways that keep the listener surprised. My hope is that, even if just for a few minutes, the music opens a window into a different perspective.
I’m grateful for everyone who listens, shares, or gives feedback. Music for me is about connection - and every play, every comment, every message makes this journey worthwhile. If you enjoy honest, handmade songs that mix styles and don’t always follow the rules, I’d love for you to join me on this path.

Guarding The Dream

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