@beck028-helena: at least listen to the track first. haha.

Those bass and drums r locked tf innn I love it

"Tea with Debussy & Pärt in Casablanca" is a musical dream that bloomed during my vacation in Havana, Cuba. Inspired by classical masterpieces from Arvo Pärt and Claude Debussy, I envisioned an imaginary encounter with these esteemed composers in Casablanca, over Moroccan tea.

This piece is not an imitation of their styles but rather a heartfelt conversation between us. It embodies the essence of typical conversations in Morocco, where we all speak at the same time, meandering from topic to topic, and experiencing numerous changes of atmospheres, tempi, textures, and fragments of thematic material.

It begins with minimalist touches, a nod to Pärt's recent works, where the piano introduces serene arpeggios, intertwining with heartfelt viola melodies. As we delve into our tea time, I incorporate some of Debussy's harmonic vocabulary. 

Throughout our harmonious dialogue, the piece mirrors the dynamic nature of conversations in Morocco. We experience moments of collective excitement, where the music swells with vibrant textures and lively tempi, as if everyone is speaking at once. Themes and motifs emerge and intertwine, mirroring the meandering nature of our discussion as we navigate from one topic to another.

As our musical journey unfolds, our collaboration celebrates cultural fusion, weaving together Pärt, Debussy, and my artistic zest. Each voice contributes to the narrative, inviting moments of wonder and contemplation through our shared inspirations.

Tea with Debussy and Pärt in Casablanca for Clarinet in A and Piano Virtual Pre-Release Version

unsaveable (prod. Xzaviar)

Get ready to defy norms with 'Good Boy Gone Bad' by Alice Versus Angels. This industrial rock anthem celebrates breaking free from societal expectations, embracing individuality with gritty riffs and rebellious lyrics. Join the uprising and wear your defiance proudly.

Good Boy Gone Bad

Ooh...

Calling forth the journey of the heart...

In men mind's maze, shadows blend
A lone knight, for light I fend
Through doubt's forest, under moon's watch
I fight spectres, my heart's torch alight

I will face my inner demons
In dreams' echoes silence screams
I will run through shadowed streams
Find my peace where light gleams

Lost in night's embrace, I seek the dawn
Against the tide, I'm drawn
Veiled paths, truth laid bare
Strength found in the depths of despair

Now, with every step, I forge my fate
Through storms and shadows, I navigate
Beyond the darkness, I see the light
Embracing day, I end the night

I will face my inner demons
In dreams' echoes silence screams
I will run through shadowed streams
Find my peace where light gleams

I will face my inner demons
In dreams' echoes silence screams
I will run through shadowed streams
Find my peace where light... gleams

Awakening

Vocal Sampling: Psychedelic Revolution
Batgrowl: Psychedelic Revolution
Instrumental Mix: B Steele

Added some world vocal samples in the intro. I think it’s in Gaelic. Was inspired by Deshi Basara by Hans Zimmer but I wanted to give the chanting a melody. Piano progression was something I played for years and finally developed. Had no idea I had a bit of Dorian thrown in the arpeggios. There’s also some slap bass for the chorus. The strings incorporate the vocal melody and there’s also a dorian #4 in the verses. 

Lyrically, I took lines from The Dark Knight Rises. It’s basically another song of mine about self empowerment. 

Batman: “What does it mean?”
Old Wise Guy: “Fuck if I know. I just downloaded the vocal sample from online.”

Rise (Demo)

Demon

Lyrics

why do I feel like a dead man walking
ripe for the picking that reaper's calling...me
breathin in deep as my skin starts crawling
try to get away but death keeps stalking...me

I still worry alot...
like my brain is shot..
with novacaine and I'm falling

The stuttering pace of my heartbeat's race
should have me flat on my face
praying for calm....all for naught

why do I feel like a dead man walking
ripe for the picking that reaper's calling...me
breathin in deep as my skin starts crawling
try to get away but death keeps stalking...me

I still hurry a lot
like my mind is hot
and shortcircuiting...I'm found wanting

The weight on my chest must know what's best
if learning to drown is half the test..
life vest on...all for naught

rarely does that mastadon trample my dream
grip the evlipse but torn at the seem...

and...

why do I feel like a dead man walking
ripe for the picking that reaper's calling...me
breathin in deep as my skin starts crawling
try to get away but death keeps stalking...me


Dead Man Walking

confusion

Nature's Call

Underneath the moonlight sky,
Where the gentle breezes sigh,
Nature sings a lullaby,
As the stars twinkle up on high.

Close your eyes, my little one,
Dream of rivers as they run,
Through forests where the shadows creep,
Nature sings you softly to sleep.

The owls hoot a lullaby,
As night creatures are roam nearby,
But fear not, for you're safe and sound,
Dream until the morning sun.   

Close your eyes, my little one,
Dream of rivers as they run,
Through forests where the shadows creep,
Nature sings you softly to sleep.

Nature's Call

Cover of Tonic's "Mr. Golden Deal"

Gabe Stivala (guitar, bass & backup vocals)
Will Montgomery (vocals, electric piano)

I Stepped Through

Mike Pruitt

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