LET'S TAKE A MOMENT TO THINK ABOUT WHAT IS IMPORTANT ... REALLY !!! IF THEY TAKEN EVERYTHING FROM US ... WHAT WOULD WE WANT MORE THAN ANY OTHER THING ?! IF EACH OF US DID THIS THOUGHT MAYBE THE WORLD WOULD BE A BETTER PLACE ?? I DON'T KNOW ... LET'S TRY

A LOOK AT THE WORLD

STRANGER MUSIC

Lamentation

(Written by Terry Reeves)
Terry Reeves: Vocals
Gary Reeves: Drums
Hans-Michael Albers: All other instruments, Arrangement & Production

Despite it happening over a hundred years ago, the sinking of The Titanic is a subject which continues to fascinate.  Many may believe the ship’s misfortune in striking an iceberg was the simple reason for her demise but the true story is a catalogue of human error.  Investigation of the circumstances have unearthed a plethora of  mistakes that in their own way, all contributed to the disaster.  

In 1985, a secret mission to find the wrecks of two nuclear submarines unwittingly discovered that of The Titanic and since that time, ongoing scientific expeditions have discovered that the metal structure has created a species of bacteria that will eventually consume the entire ship, recycling the nutrients into the ocean ecosystem.  You can’t fight Mother Nature.  And you can’t fight those who'll always spot a way of making huge amounts of profit, no matter the grisly events from which they evolve. 

By 1998, tickets were put on sale at $32,500 each for tourists to view the remains and since then, fewer than 250 people have visited the site.  By 2021, OceanGate, who owned the Titan submarine, were offering tours to view said remains at a cost of up to $250,000 per person.  

Whilst understanding the continued scientific interest, I do find it macabre that the graves of those killed aboard Titanic, many from poor backgrounds, should become a tourist playground for the rich and privileged. That isn't to say I wasn’t glued to the news, hoping for a positive outcome in the rescue bid for those aboard the Titan sub.  It was deeply upsetting to discover that they had perished.  Some five years before the fatal implosion, specialists had warned OceanGate that the venture could very possibly end in such a disaster, yet I very much doubt the occupants, who had paid so much, were made aware of the fact.

I wanted to write a song that reflected how little we have learned in the century or so between Titanic and Titan.  It seems that, for rich and poor alike, the arrogance of greed will always be with us. (Terry Reeves)

(For those wondering what ‘CQD’ means, it was the first signal the wireless operator aboard Titanic used to call for assistance and means “All Stations.  Distress!” Later though, he did also transmit the more universally used code, ’SOS’). 
 
Underwater tour, down in deep watery waves
Two hundred and fifty thousand to visit the graves
The ghosts of 3rd class continue to descend 
Death has no pleasure, haunting message to send

Can’t believe 
No I can’t believe it’s happened again
It’s happened again ( x4)

Sad moments of time forgotten names of the past
Imagine the screaming ending in silent broadcast 
Locking caged doors using padlocks and chains
No consideration given to lower class remains

Can’t believe 
No I can’t believe it’s happened again
It’s happened again ( x4)

CQD, CQD, CQD, CQD….

Can’t believe 
No I can’t believe it’s happened again
It’s happened again ( x4)
 
The rich need to own hold what no one else has
A brief chance to look down on the poor and the sad?
Excepting the science knowing lessons to learn
But not for amusement boasting others to yearn

Can’t believe 
No I can’t believe it’s happened again
It’s happened again ( x4)

Arrogance sank ‘Titanic’ built for luxury and speed
Now laying very static on the bottom of the sea
Arrogance imploded the ‘Titan’ Carbon submarine 
Sadly reminding too much money can be obscene

Can’t believe,  No I can’t believe 
Can’t believe,  No I can’t believe it’s happened again
It’s happened again ( x12) 

Can’t believe, Can’t believe 

CQD, CQD, CQD, CQD….

TITANIC TO TITAN - CRIPPLE CLUB

Need Your Love So Bad (Acoustic Live)

'utopia' 

Cast of characters: 

one man verity show – @one-man-verity-show – Scotty – melodic guitar, lyrics, vocals 

cgmaness-- @user-419254289-15129531 – Chris – guitar intro 

J.J. Terrell– @j-j-terrell –electric piano, synth   

TexMex Shaman– @texmex-shaman –Stephen – guitar solo and e-bow guitar 

K2 and the Three [and the Four]-- @k2andthe3, @k2-kara –Ken–drums 

Llanpsych– @llanpsych –Tez– textural guitar, mix, and production 

Entheogenic Psychonaught (Josh Clary)– @josh-clary-1 –five-string fretless bass guitar, original seed 

The Eclectic Collective – composition

lyrics:
Can't obtain no fucking mortgage. 
And I can't pay no fucking rent.
I would rather you probe me 
than get fucked by our government
who attempts to control me 
and put nonsense in my head.
Who would rather see me
livin' in debt or end up dead.
Come and take me away.
Beam me into space.
Fly me to a planet
where there exists no hate or greed. 

Take me to Utopia.
Teach me all your ways.
Save me from dystopia.
It's time to turn the page.
Something better must exist
out there beyond the stars,
where everyone can love and live,
unlike what's become of ours.

utopia (with the Eclectic Collective)

Having Fun while Having A Cold

I exercise every day and I watch what I eat
I count my calories on myfitness pal and I try not to cheat
I apply my sunscreen diligently, so I don’t get sunburn on my head
I try to sleep for eight hours each night when I go to bed

Every time I look in the mirror, I try to squint my eyes
Cause every time I look in the mirror, it makes realize
That all the things I’m doing, to try to stop the decline
Maybe I should just take it easy and have a good time

There’s a 45-year-old tech tycoon getting transfusions from his teenage son
He’s a modern-day vampire, trying to stay young
He spends two million dollars a year trying to reduce his age
He’s like a chimpanzee in a lab, experimenting on himself in a cage

They say that you’re only as old as you feel and that may be true
But if you’re a hundred  and you hit on a 20 year old 
people are goanna judge you
I think that guy should try to get a blood transfusion from Keith Richards
Cause that guy’s done everything wrong and he’s still going strong

Every time I look in the mirror, I try to squint my eyes
Cause every time I look in the mirror, it makes realize
That all the things I’m doing, to try to stop the decline
Maybe I should just take it easy and have a good time

All the things I’m doing, to try to stop the decline
Maybe I should just take it easy and have a good time

Stop The Decline

14 - 5 - 2024

Another track from my up coming Anthology 2015 series

Was It A Dream (2015) Anthology CD1 Track 03

Upbeat Singer Songwriter Acoustic style, pop folk, Mental Health Support Song. Written by J.T. Patten, Lone Woolf Lyrics. Available for cut, cover, collaboration, or sync

Continue On (2025 Remaster)

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.

Stop The Decline

Joe Stroffolino