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Shock the Algorithm

No More Believing

No More Believing -With AnandaTuk

PS Perkins: Guitars, bass, lyre, vocals
Ron Thomas: Autoharps, Drums

Production notes:
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Very early on we wanted to use autoharps on this song to create a sort of swirling backdrop, reminiscent of the harps in Indian/Bollywood soundtrack songs of the seventies.

Right away there were challenges because the song is in B flat and is not wholly diatonic to begin with, utilizing a chord built on the augmented lydian scale in the choruses. So rather than transpose the song to a more amenable key (since the chromatic bits weren't going to work no matter what key we used) we instead re-tuned the autoharp. Moving through the strings one by one we tuned them either up or down a half step where applicable to bring them into key. Where the augmented chord hit in the choruses, we excluded those notes so that the autoharp was filling the diatonic parts of the chords and omitting the accidentals. It took us several tries to get it right. In the end we arrived at a chord progression that could be strummed on the autoharp and the modified chords could be played with existing dampers.

We also tuned the lyre so that the top half of the strings included the chromatic augmented notes while the lower register of the lyre was tuned using the diatonic, so the lyre could play the melody all the way through both parts of the song.

The inspiration for this song was essentially fourfold:
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First, H.P. Lovecraft's terrifying necromancer Joseph Curwen (from "The Case of Charles Dexter Ward") who masked his true identity in order to thwart suspicion from his fellow townsfolk. He has many secrets lurking in his underground catacombs where he performs acts of necromancy most foul, extracting the "salts" of the dead in order to raise them at will and learn the secrets of ancient eldritch deities.

Second, a poem by Rudyard Kipling titled "En-Dor" which was a warning against the rise of spiritualism and the cost of communion with the dead in the early 20th century.

Third, the biblical Saul who traveled in disguise to visit a witch at the city of Endor in order to summon Samuel from the dead and garner advice on defeating the Philistines, but who only prophesies doom for Saul. Saul dies later the next day in the battle of Gilboa.

Lastly, the story of Odysseus communing with the underworld where he enlists the help of Tiresias to have a chat with the dead and secure for himself a safe journey home.

They all seek communion with the dead for one purpose: to gain knowledge which only those who have crossed over between realms might possess. 

Lyrics:
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A mask may reveal what it’s meant to conceal
From those who are standing beside us
Armor of pride, so we learn to abide
By the monsters which hide deep inside us
The monsters which lurk deep inside us
Oh, how they scratch and they bite us
The monsters which lurk deep inside us

Only to know what the professor knows

Eating black bread, wearing clothes of the dead
The soil soaked in honey around us
For fear if we failed, leave the ogre unveiled
And it’s back in the grave where they found us
Back in the grave where they found us
Freed from the ties which had bound us
Back in the grave where they found us

Only to know what the professor knows

In the catacomb vaults, we extracted the salts
From cadavers to lengthen our youth
Chanting the names at the edge of the flames
And a mirror to show us the truth
A mirror which speaks only truth
See how it seeks not to soothe
A mirror which speaks only truth

Only to know what the professor knows

In the underworld maze, in the night of no days
Concocting the plan we’re devising
Much to endure on the road to En-Dor
And to snatch from Elohim arising
To snatch from Elohim arising
Snatch from Elohim arising
Snatch from Elohim arising
Snatch from Elohim arising
Snatch from Elohim arising

BARDS:Of The Shimmering Seraphs

The Professor

This song is inspired by George Orwell's book Coming up for Air. Suppose I ought to go and read it.

Coming Up For Air

Taken from the upcoming debut full length album (planned to be released March 1st - "Rock and Roll Kills").
(p) & (c), 2024.
Youtube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80YWaTAt8Gc
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lyrics:
We've been through a lot, a lot of shit
now it's time to fight, fight against
against this depression and evil vibe
this is the time we will take over our lives

We've been submersed deep deep down
we've lost our faith into this evil town
we have to get back, get back to our own feet
we had enough, enough with this shit!

and now we have our head up high
we know what it's true and never dies
and now we step up with god's command
we won't take it anymore, not get stuck into the sand

It won't take forever just to reach our dream
it won't take forever to delete the bad scene
it won't take forever to hold your hand
it won't take forever to the promised land

it won't take forever to live again
it won't take forever to face the sun
it won't take forever, it won't take forever!

Rock and Roll Kills

It Won't Take Forever

iza lica(demo)

Such a great buzz to reconnect with my good friend, ŞöļäçėŠțřëęț, and receive this newly inspired lyrical / vocal flow, to a piece of improv guitar I posted a while back. Dedicated to a very special person.

Check out his consistently amazing music here: https://soundcloud.com/solacestreet

Lyrics, vocals, atmospheric flow ~ ŞöļäçėŠțřëęț
Guitar ~ learningtoplay

Out there, somewhere . . I'm Still With You - ŞöļäçėŠțřëęț (+ltp)

She should have left that damn bird alone

Mama Saw A Bird

@belialpelegrim production and artwork
COtu Production and Mix

Lobster

Lobster  --- COtu + Belial Pelegrim

Winds of change were blowing 
People’s anger kept on growing
Revolution was in the air
But King Louie didn’t seem to care

Inside the walls of Versailles
Everything was going fine
Outside people were starving
While the King Louie drank his wine

Let them eat cake 
Don’t care about the little people’s problems
Centuries have passed but the sentiment’s still the same

Royal blood flowing through his veins
When he faced that guillotine It must have felt so strange

History is written by the victors
And if you’re on the losing side
You could be Dr. Jekyll 
But they’ll say you were mister Hyde

Food clothing and shelter, People have basic needs
Better take care of satisfying them 
Before you move onto other deeds

Let them eat cake 
Don’t care about the little people’s problems
Centuries have passed but the sentiment’s still the same

Kings no longer control us we extinguished that flame
Now the corporations rule
We’re pawns in a  shell game

They give us our cake and we eat every single crumb
And they’re hoping it prevents the next revolution

Let Them Eat Cake

Then She Reaches For The Gun was a one off project, bringing together more than 50 artists from across the globe, releasing an album in late 2022 nomatesensemble.bandcamp.com/album/the-…ely-future But it was so much fun we are back for more. In defiance of the usual 10 piece band approach of this project this track is just Johnny Python providing the historically accurate   text and voice with myself making  unneeded backing noise : )

Then She Reaches For The Gun - Their Stage Set Up At That Time Was Amazing

Untapped IPG1 & Paploviante
This is an open invitation for a collab from Ian Greaves aka (IPG1)
Vocal and Lyrics:
Ian Greaves aka (IPG1)
https://soundcloud.com/ipg1/untapped-voxes-92-bpm
Music:
Paploviante
Lyrics:
Off the top ———-is where it’s at unwrap this —————-gift RAP hitting the streets—-it’s ——pure crack Stone cold —-this trap ——TRACK! Pool of knowledge ——-untapped going —-in —-hard——we do that  Better —-tighten up —-them bootstraps  ———SAY-——-“what the hell ——did Lou snap!!!” swag baby —-The recap  no snags—nah—we stop that!!!
Break the game down--it's a new map Flow so rich--- better check that NASDAQ Eyes on the prize---go the full lap concrete jungle---stuck in the trap
[Verse] From the alleys to the skyline---watch us elevate Living large in the boroughs where we demonstrate Every word a heavy weight--- every rhyme we detonate New York state of mind---watch the Empire State
We on a mission---ain't no intermission, snap back Murals on the walls--- street art on the subway track Ambition in the air, we the kings--- claim the throne Spittin' bars like bullets--- in this zone--- we at home
Icons of the asphalt--- legends in the flesh Droppin' beats so heavy--it’s poundin' in your chest From the 5 boroughs--anthems——- on full blast Queens to the Bronx-- Brooklyn —-movin' fast Elevate the hustle---the spirit never cracks Struggle in the verses —-resilience on the—— tracks

Untapped - IPG1 and Paploviante

Samples vocals : « Gone for too long » (Culture Code).

GONE FOR TO LONG.wav

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Exclusive Sailor & I 'Next To You (André Hommen Remix)'

German DJ and producer André Hommen is known for his deep and forward thinking musical approach. For his latest remix the These-Eyes label owner combines pop elements from Sailor & I's original version with subtly inserted synth-chords that on the one hand schmooze Sailor & I's vocals and on the other hand harmonize smoothly them, without taking away their needed space to enfold. The result is a remix that works either on the dance floor or anywhere else. Chapeau! 

André Hommen's Remix of Sailor & I's 'Next To You' was released October 20th, 2017 on Skint Records/ BMG.

Get your digital copy here:
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Artist & label information:
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Andre Hommen: www.facebook.com/andrehommen // @andrehommen
Skint Records: www.facebook.com/skintrecords // @skintrecords

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Next To You (Andre Hommen Remix)

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EXCLUSIVE: Sailor & I -  Next To You (André Hommen Remix) [Skint Records/BMG]

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This release is by the Berlin-based duo called @bondi-music. Hearing Alex’s warm voice and guitar riffs and Daniel’s profound melodies always brings goosebumps to the body. This time, they give us two gems called "Away from Heaven", which talkes listeners to a place full of nostalgia and bliss, and "Close Encounter", a piece more for the mind and the journey through the cosmos. @nikoschwind, Sabb and Umami did remix interpretations for these songs, spicing them up for some dancefloor experiences. This is a package that will stay in your playlist for a long time. Do not miss the chance to get your hands on it! 

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BONDI - Away From Heaven (Niko Schwind Remix)

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If the good times were bottled and turned into a three track EP, Euphoria is what wed call it. Direct from the brain frame of Kellerkind, a.k.a Marco Biagini, announcing his upcoming third studio album 'Mindtrip', this EP proves again why he is one of Stil vor Talents stalwart producers. The titular track Euphoria is a hip-swinging toe-tapper from the get-go. Upbeat yet downtempo, this cut is laced with junglesque samples, yet retains a perfectly calibrated atmosphere of dreamlike elation. Stepping it up in tempo, Hypnotique has just the right amount of repetition to draw the listener into a trance-like state, with somniferous synths and pitch-perfect vocals bringing you back to the present moment. Uyezwa rounds off the EP with an exotic flavour: the divine vocals of Zimbabwean Oluhle accompanying Kellerkinds masterful production. The lyrics describe the feeling of a heart in pain, reminding us that to speak is to heal, to let it pass. Distilling the essence of extreme happiness, and tempering it with a heady dose of realism, this EP is a must-listen for those with a penchant for full-spectrum sonic experience.

Euphoria

Kellerkind & Oluhle - Uyezwa (Full Version) OUT NOW

Songs with a twinge of humor (and some a bit more serious).  
I do not use AI to create my songs. 
Recently I have had the urge to pick up my guitars (Taylor 114ce and Fender Squire) and I have been trying to use more guitar in my songs.  
My go to .vst plug ins are  EZkeys 2, EZ Bass and  EZ drummer 3) and my DAW is Logic Pro 11. 
I welcome your comments and enjoy listening to all the great music on SoundCloud. 
All songs are originals and copyrighted.

Let Them Eat Cake

Joe Stroffolino