"The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention." 
 - Oscar Wilde.

A composition inspired by the idea that a simple gift can have a lasting impact as others continue to pass it on. This theme of "passing it on" is represented in the track by the repetition of the main musical theme.

A Simple Gift

Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULgOrdrXmmc
Let the dream go on✨ 💫 🌟

Remixes

Woodland Glow (Remix)

Woodland Glow (Remix) & Video Link

Cast of Characters:
Cgmaness – @hiddenhands-760647700 – Chris – acoustic guitar, synth, and composition
Mistermark-- @user-432503709 -- Mark –- vocals, lyrics, mix, and production
K2 and the Three [and the Four]--@k2andthe3, @k2-kara –Ken -- drums
Entheogenic Psychonaught (Josh Clary)– @josh-clary-1 – four string fretless Warwick bass
Llanpsych -- @llanpsych -- Tez – Fender Stratocaster electric guitar
J.J. Terrell– @j-j-terrell – piano, B3 synth voice, synth sax, and JJ's angels (voice synth)
TexMex Shaman– @texmex-shaman –Stephen– master and production

This song started as a project that was begun on his guitar and synth, then shelved by our master songwriter, Chris. He always gives us magic to work with, and as soon as he shared this one with the rest of Eclectic Collective, we all jumped on it.
  Mark heard his part first, and set about writing some great lyrics to sing with his solid, inimitable voice. His lyrics are about a hypothetical future where we've turned to technology in search of human connection, only to realize that it has only isolated us more, and that we really already had that connection to begin with. The narration is from a future perspective, like all this has already happened, and its speaking to us from the future, almost like a warning. 
  The rhythm section was still absent, though, but not for long. Ken added his groovy, perfectly in the vibe drums to it next. Josh, of course followed soon after, now that he had drums to work with, by adding his fretless four string bass to the song. Now that it was sounding like a well rounded piece, Tez came through with some thrilling guitar solos that you hear throughout. JJ first added some piano, B3, and sax to the song, then later completed it with his psychedelic synth and divine voice synth that provides the "choir" you hear in there.
  Now that it was all in the bag, Mark spent considerable time and effort mixing it, then turned it over to our resident pro Stephen for the mastering.
  This is one of our favorite songs we've ever done, and it reminds us all of both Pink Floyd and King Crimson. This is a great example of what the team is able to do with a really solid, yet open musical seed, provided by a master composer. We hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed making it.
Original lyrics by Mistermark:
The wind by the seashore, the wash of the waves

the sand on your skin and the glance that you gave

the sounds of the carnival we left it all behind 

there were words left unsaid at the back of your mind

how could I have been so blind?

 

It was so long ago now it’s just you and me 

it seems I've forgotten the way you like your tea

the house becomes quiet as the guests head for home 

the garden’s been gathered and the kids are all grown 

on their own


“The robots will help” they said “it’s better this way”
“there’s no need to work and there’s more time to play” 

our leaders assured us we’d never go poor

and nobody questions the truth anymore 

but what did we do it all for?

 

Our science sustains us like fine works of art

but are we closer together or farther apart?

we’re each on an island alone on the sea

the ocean between us expands rapidly

is this where we wanted to be?

 

It was so long ago now it’s just you and me 

it seems we’ve forgotten the way it used to be

machines tried to help us but something went wrong

the future we wanted was here all along

 

The wind by the seashore, the wash of the waves

the sand on your skin and the glance that you gave

the sounds of the carnival we left it all behind 

there were words left unsaid…

Faded Fortunes (Eclectic Collective)

EDM LEAD Party

Un texte que j'ai écrit, mis en musique par une amie que j'embrasse tendrement

Rythme désir

Shadow Dancer

Almost Metal

The song was created and written by: 
J J Samuel
The production, music and vocals were by: 
J J Samuel

#Pop-Rock #AlternativeRock #BritPop #Punk-Rock #Rebellious #Frustrated  #Charismatic #Introspective #Theatrical

My song 🎶 ‘Second fiddle’ is my perception  and position in my family when it comes to my brother, he was a good big brother but he definitely got more support, love and affection. He could do no wrong in there eyes although I knew it was far from reality and he was lounging about and  being lazy, while I would help my parents, I never asked for a penny more than I was  given and I was less hassle, yet my bother could do no wrong and was always treated better. I had to work twice as hard while he had the sun given to him.  😤  it’s still the same now, he asked for something, he gets it, he gets into dept but he gets bailed out. You’d have thought his well doings would change there opinion. Nope 👎🏻 i will always be second fiddle but im used to it! So I wrote a song about it ✍️ 

I have children now and I have learnt through experience that I will not do that to my children. It doesn’t matter how many children you have or if it’s your first or second, you should always love them the same regardless and unconditionally. 🥰 my life and experience have shaped me today and it is what it is  and I can’t change that past but doesn’t make it right! 🎶😎💪🏻☺️

SECOND FIDDLE

This is a bit of a spiritual sequel to me and Stephen's last track "Got A Light?" since it continues in a similar direction mood-wise. Once again I'm adding a little guitar into the mix. My parts are the very simple straightforward guitar picking and Stephen is doing all the complex shredding haha. I also produced the beat and electronic elements.

Black Coffee (A Texas Tea Production)

Where Shadows Cried is an introspective reflection told through the eyes of someone who grappled with depression and inner turmoil. Seen from the perspective of a mind submerged in darkness, the track blends atmospheric textures and emotional resonance to evoke the silent struggle fought beneath the surface, echoing the weight of isolation. It stands as a tribute to those who’ve been to that inner place-where shadows cry.

If you enjoyed listening, please like and repost, which would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.


Where Shadows Cried

Your Storm

J J Samuel
33 | Norwich, UK
Songwriter since 15 | AI-Powered Producer
#RnB #Soul #Pop #EDM #WorldFusion #YODETRONICA

I WRITE EVERY WORD. EVERY STORY. 100% ME.
Love, family, resilience – or wild new worlds from scratch. ✍️❤️
I invent fresh concepts, twist genres, and just created:
🎧 YODETRONICA – yodeling meets futuristic EDM. First of its kind. 🚀
AI? MY TOOL, NOT MY VOICE.
I design every prompt, every vibe, every twist.
AI turns my lyrics + ideas into sound.
I don’t sing the main vocals – but I DO use MY VOICE for:
🎤 Yodels
🎤 Ad-libs
🎤 Backing layers & sound effects
All raw, all me.
I’m now TRAINING AI to match HUMAN SOUL.
Through deep research + endless experiments, I’m teaching it real emotion, breath, and phrasing – the way I would sing if I had a studio band.
AI isn’t replacing talent… it’s learning from mine. 🎙️🤖
Vocals: SUNO V5 + my raw demos (yodels, falsettos, emotion)
Mix: I tweak, polish, obsess till it hits hard. 🎧

🔥 NEW COLLABS LIVE
🎵 Climb That Ladder w/ King Chico
🎵 A Little Closer w/ Eric Georgesco
MORE DROPS SOON. STAY READY. 🚨

OPEN TO COLLABS – LET’S CREATE TOGETHER
Got beats? Need lyrics? Want to test AI or build in YODETRONICA?
I’m here to HELP – for FREE.
No hate, just music. Let’s grow together. 🤝🎶

Father | Partner | Day-Job Hustler
Running a business by day, scribbling lyrics at night.
Every idea jotted in spare moments – then AI brings it to life. 📝✨
Hit play. Feel the climb.
Like | Repost | DM me
#SongwriterFirst #AIisMyAlly #WeRiseTogether #YODETRONICA