very authentic performance,  love the recording and great to read about the theme.

Outstanding vocals and music on this Seattle Folk offering, JT!

mmm Nice JT--love that distorted guitar and those heartfelt lyrics :) Seattle Sound:)

Hey man, this is really magical. Great vocal and guitar performances. Excellent work!

Thanks JT. Great song and great notes as always!

This is epic , a classic ! I was expecting a play on Van Morrison , how wrong could I be !

Doctor Said

Written, performed and produced by Kar Stanton
Bass and clarinet played by Joe Rodwell
Mixed by Joe Rodwell
Mastered by Nick Lewis at Old Cottage Audio

Lyrics:
You showed up like you'd never gone
Almost forgot it had been so long
I've never seen you look so alone
We were the ones who had it all
The kids too privileged to fail
You thought that you would cure the world

Cos we were the brightest
And we were the kindest
With all of our prospects
Held in our soft hearts
We were the sequel
And we were the brightest
And we were the kindest
If we could only go back
Give it all another try

What would it have looked like
If you had never gone away

You were golden
You were voted by your peers
You were perfect
I never could keep up
Every summer
There's a flicker in my memory
When it mattered
Did you ever really believe

What would it have looked like
If you had never gone away

Cos we were the brightest
And we were the kindest
With all of our prospects
Held in our soft hearts
We were the sequel
And we were the brightest
And we were the kindest
If we could only go back
Give it all another try

I know that we have made mistakes
But it's not too late

We Were The Brightest

S-The Groove of Dorian Gray

Black Tea Pot Blues

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Ancient Microphone, Golden Headphones

Bring The Energy Up!

I’m tired of being the nice guy. I’m tired of being the fool.
I’m tired of doing the right thing. I’m tired of all these rules.
I’m tired of being a good sport. I’m tired of towing the line.
I’m tired of people taking from me what I thought was rightfully mine.

I try to listen to my inner voice but the music’s always playing too loud.
I try to go my own way but I get lost in the crowd.
But the world keeps on turning and I don’t know where it’s trying to go.
And my heart, my heart keeps on yearning cause what I’m searching for I don’t know.
Cause what I’m searching for I don’t know. Cause what I’m searching for I don’t know.

I’m tired of all these advertisements telling me what I need.
I’m tired of people saying to me that I’m never goanna succeed.
I’m tired of listening to bad advice that I did not solicit.
I’m tired of people telling me that my behavior is illicit.

I try to listen to my inner voice but the music’s always playing too loud.
I try to go my own way but I get lost in the crowd.
But the world keeps on turning and I don’t know where it’s trying to go.
And my heart, my heart keeps on yearning cause what I’m searching for I don’t know. Cause what I’m searching for I don’t know. Cause what I’m searching for I don’t know.

I try to listen to my inner voice but the music’s always playing too loud.
I try to go my own way but I get lost in the crowd.
But the world keeps on turning and I don’t know where it’s trying to go.
And my heart, my heart keeps on yearning cause what I’m searching for I don’t know.
 Cause what I’m searching for I don’t know. 
 Cause what I’m searching for I don’t know. 
 Cause what I’m searching for I don’t know.

Tired

Rendition of “Green Eyed Gal” by Ben Tod and LDSB

The Battle of Gettysburg, fought from July 1 to July 3, 1863, stands as the most pivotal engagement of the American Civil War. Here are the key details:
* Context: After a resounding victory over Union forces at Chancellorsville, General Robert E. Lee led his Army of Northern Virginia into Pennsylvania in late June 1863
* Location: The battle unfolded in the crossroads town of Gettysburg
* Opposing Forces: The advancing Confederates clashed with the Union’s Army of the Potomac, commanded by General George G. Meade
* Intense Fighting: The battle spanned three days, with heavy fighting on both sides
* Pivotal Moment: On July 3, Lee ordered an attack known as “Pickett’s Charge”, where fewer than 15,000 Confederate troops attempted to pierce the Union lines at Cemetery Ridge. Despite briefly breaking through, the assault ultimately failed, resulting in thousands of rebel casualties
* Outcome: Lee was forced to withdraw his battered army toward Virginia on July 4, leaving the dead, dying and wounded to perish in the killing fields and forests. The Union emerged victorious, marking a major turning point by halting Lee’s invasion of the North
* Significance: President Abraham Lincoln’s “Gettysburg Address” immortalized this battle as one of the most famous speeches of all time
Casualties:
* Union: 23,049 (3,155 dead, 14,529 wounded, 5,365 missing).
* Confederacy: 28,063 (3,903 dead, 18,735 injured, 5,425 missing) 
The Battle of Gettysburg remains etched in history as a critical moment that shaped the course of the Civil War

JTSunrise likes playing and altering the songs of Benjamin Tod:
Musical Roots:
JTSunrise: An American folk performer with roots in the 90s Seattle and Tempe music scenes. Weaves classic tunes and heartfelt tales with a mix of acoustic instruments like guitar, banjo, mandolin, uke, autoharp, and harmonica
Benjamin Tod: An American singer-songwriter, lead singer, and guitarist for the Lost Dog Street Band. His music is honest, gritty, and rooted in country blues and folk traditions
Subject Matter:
JTSunrise: Explores modern themes and images through folkspunk and Americana
Benjamin Tod: Dives into heavy topics like addiction, relationships, and life’s struggles
Band vs. Solo:
JTSunrise: Often performs solo, creating an intimate connection with the audience
Benjamin Tod: Part of the Lost Dog Street Band, collaborating with his wife Ashley Mae and bassist Jeff Loops
Recording Style:
JTSunrise: Records live, capturing raw energy and authenticity.
Benjamin Tod: Recorded his solo album “I Will Rise” with “two mics and no overdubbing”
Geographical Influence:
JTSunrise: Seattle-based, drawing from the city’s grunge rock and folk punk music heritage 
Benjamin Tod: Hails from Tennessee, with influences from Nashville’s punk scene
Emotional Tone:
JTSunrise: Balances modern sensibilities with heartfelt storytelling
Benjamin Tod: Conveys raw emotion, often dealing with pain and longing
Legacy and Resurgence:
JTSunrise: Carries the torch of folk traditions into the present day
Benjamin Tod: After retiring Lost Dog Street Band, he resurrected the project with renewed energy, creating their 2022 album “Glory”
Both artists offer unique and different perspectives, showcasing the diverse tapestry of American Music

Played and sang into the tin can on JT’s 1969 Les Paul Professional (low impedance fun)

Brown Eyed Girl

Brown Eyed Gal (Gettysburg Address / Electric Warrior)

The hole that was loved!!
Gone but not forgotten....for many Sheffielders this 'near-brutalist' structure (see picture) remains a fondly-missed refuge and meeting place. Hole int' Road (to use the proper vernacular) was built in 1967 but filled in in 1994 to make way for the new tram system. Officially called Castle Square Roundabout it occupied the site of markets going back to 1296. The site is now a tram stop, with just distant memories of the subterranean meeting place with its benches, shops and even the famous fish tank. Shame indeed!

Hole in the Road Blues

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An American folk performer with roots in the 90s Seattle and Tempe music scenes, JTSunrise weaves classic tunes and tales from the heart with modern images mixed with fingers and breath - - - Genuine Gen X Folkspunk Seattle Americana acoustic guitar, banjo, mandolin, uke, autoharp, harmonica an old school stringband songs recorded down home

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Thank You All
God Bless You
See u in the Pit (ole$chool punk $aying)

     JT
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JTSunrise, like a cryptic melody echoing through the mist, A silhouette against the dawn, veiled in an enigma’s twist. Their chords weave secrets, harmonies untold, In the dim-lit corners of the soul, they unfold

Is it the owl reflection of their eyes, the echo of forgotten lullabies? JT strums the strings of mystery, A troubadour in the shadows, lost in history

Their lyrics dance on the edge of dreams, Whispers of forgotten realms and moonlit streams. Enigmatic, they wander through star-kissed nights, A minstrel of the cosmos, chasing celestial light

Perhaps they’re a riddle wrapped in stardust, A cosmic wanderer, both mortal and just. JTSunrise, elusive as the morning mist, Their music lingers, leaving hearts gently kissed

**In the gentle strumming of strings and the raw authenticity of JTSunrise’s compositions, you’ll find echoes of love, nostalgia, and the human experience**

Brown Eyed Gal (Gettysburg Address / Electric Warrior)

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