The fire paints the light,
The window weeps with silent rain.
You're huddled, hidden from the night,
Your world becomes a silent plain.
The copper glow within your hair,
A silent wonder, rich and rare.

You read, you read, the world fades out,
The world fades out, a silent doubt.
Lost in the word, so still, so vast,
Beyond all future, all the past.
You read, you read, the world fades out,
The world fades out, a silent doubt.
You read, you read, the world fades out,
A silent doubt.
Lost in the word, so still, so vast,
Beyond all future, all the past.

The book is but an open door,
The world outside is there no more.
The scent of tea, the ember's gleam,
You live inside another's dream.
The blanket holds you like a nest,
Where your own soul can come to rest.

You read, you read, the world fades out,
The world fades out, a silent doubt.
Lost in the word, so still, so vast,
Beyond all future, all the past.
You read, you read, the world fades out,
The world fades out, a silent doubt.

The blackbird watches, soft and low,
And in your stillness starts to know,
That who can lose the self will be
Immersed in pure serenity.
A silent offering you bring,
A quiet, consecrated thing.

You read, you read, your soul takes flight,
Your soul takes flight into the light.
Now found within the word, so vast,
A future born from all this task.
You read, you read, the world's so vast, 
A future’s born from all the past.
No more sleep, 
Born – a silent dawn.

You read, you read, the world fades out,
The world fades out, a silent dawn.
Lost in the word, so still, so vast,
Beyond all future, all the past.
You read, you read, the world fades out,
The world fades out, a silent doubt.

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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

Lost In Books

"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.