love the improv of just piano and vocal , outstanding

Das Leben ist kein Märchen und trotzdem voller Wunder und Magie.
Life is not a fairy tale, yet it is full of wonders and magic.

Träume

Märchen

Cast of Characters:
Cgmaness – @hiddenhands-760647700 – Chris – acoustic guitar, synth, and composition
Mistermark-- @user-432503709 -- Mark –- vocals, lyrics, sound FX (robot bleep, ocean), 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 was immediately inspired by Chris' music demo, and set about writing some timely lyrics to sing with his solid, inimitable voice. The 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 the thrilling guitar solos that you hear in the middle. 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 favourite songs we've ever done, and it reminiscent of both Pink Floyd and King Crimson. It's 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.

Image designed by Mistermark using ChatGPT 5

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)

Words&Music by Nettamoon, Netta&McGill
Thank you for listening.
-

There are many ways I could tell you
Just, how I feel
As long as I know, you know it’s for real

There are many ways I could show you
Just how I feel 
And holding my hand, you will know it’s for real

Being fancy, I was never 
So I’ll try, to stay clever
And you’ll have no doubt, what it’s all about

Being fancy, I was never 
So I’ll try, to stay clever
And you’ll have no doubt, what it’s all about

There are many ways that you show me
Just how you feel
And I don’t have to wonder, you’re sincere it’s for real

Being fancy we were never
So let’s try to stay clever
And we’ll have no doubt, what it’s all about

And we’ll have no doubt, what it’s all about

Many Ways

$tuck in the Middle with you

A man of few words

Da dieser Song einer meiner Favoriten ist, habe ich beschlossen ihn mir noch einmal vor zu nehmen. Ich habe einige Synth-Sounds ausgetauscht und dezent modifiziert. Neu abgemischt klingt er... ach hört einfach selbst.
Viel Spaß

Since this song is one of my favourites, I decided to revisit it. I replaced some synth sounds and modified them slightly. The new mix sounds... well, just listen for yourself.
Enjoy!

Mellow Remastered

A stripped down version of this song with just me and my guitar
And here’s a link to a more highly produced version https://on.soundcloud.com/ilKgH0ZJjkQdhPEuk7

Copyright 2025

Verse 1
I’ve never seen the Great Wall; I’ve never been to Japan.
I’ve never seen the Eiffel Tower; it’s not part of my bucket list plan.
I don’t need to stand in line for two hours so I can see the Mona Lisa for thirty seconds.
I can see the same thing at home for free on my computer.

Chorus
I’m perfectly content to stay right here,
Living in the same place year after year.
I’m perfectly content to stay right here.

Verse 2
I don’t want to sit in a pressurized cylinder, with only a bag of peanuts to eat,
As I’m elbowed by a stranger who decides he wants to ventilate his feet.
I don’t want to go to a tourist trap and hang out with a bunch of ugly Americans.
If I want to see ugly Americans, all I’ve gotta do is step outside.

Chorus (Repeat)
I’m perfectly content to stay right here,
Living in the same place year after year.
I’m perfectly content to stay right here.

Bridge
I don’t want to be, don’t want to be, don’t want to be, don’t want to be, don’t want to be a rambling man.
I don’t want to be, don’t want to be, don’t want to be, don’t want to be, don’t want to be a rambling man.

Verse 3
Waking up early, rushing to the airport, to get on a crowded flight,
Trying to find space in the overhead bin and not get in a fight.
When you get there, you can’t drink the water, and the alcohol can make you go blind.
That doesn’t sound like the optimal place for a person to unwind.
You have to ration your underwear, or you’ll have to wear it inside out again for a second time.
You have to keep your money in a belt or you could be the victim of a pickpocketing crime.

Bridge (Repeat)
I don’t want to be, don’t want to be, don’t want to be, don’t want to be, don’t want to be a rambling man.
I don’t want to be, don’t want to be, don’t want to be, don’t want to be, don’t want to be a rambling man.

Not a Rambling Man (Acoustic Version)

Second song of our new album “ Rock yer socks off “ 

The moons burning the night awake 
Feet are stomping the floor might break 
Sweat drips down like a pouring rain 
Who cares about tomorrow’s pain 

Party's on lights ignited
 Let’s get started we’re united 
The drinks flowing hearts are sparking 
The music’s power keeps us barking 

Bassline pounding a heartbeat’s twin 
Spins and twirls the room’s a spin 
Shadows dancing on the wall 
Lose yourself forget it all 

Hands up high touch the ceiling 
No room here for any feeling 
Just the beat the thump the grind 
Leave your worries far behind 

Party's on lights ignited 
Let’s get started we’re united 
The drinks flowing hearts are sparking 
The music’s power keeps us barking 

Turn it up till the sun arrives
 Keep the spark alive in our eyes 
One more beat one more round 
Lose ourselves in the sound

Turn it up .mp3

A ramshackle talking blues song about a guy trying to reach his lady on a payphone.

Lyrics:
I'm heading out
I've got to call my girl
I'm out there
Looking for the last payphone in the modern world

I sold my soul to Ma Bell
Waiting outside the Texico
Using the last payphone in the modern world
I've been saving my dimes
Everybody wants to use this phone

They used to have a payphone
Inside the Roosevelt Hotel
But they removed it
Because it brought in "undesirables"
Hey, that would be me!
Last payphone in the modern world
(Lordy, Lordy, Lordy!!!)

Oh, there used to be a payphone
Behind the liquor store
The owner used to let you use his cell phone
But he says:
"No more!"
The last payphone in the modern world

Hey Mister, I'm next
I've been saving my dimes
I've got to call my girl
Let her know how much I'm alive
The last payphone in the modern world.

The Last Payphone In The Modern World

Firstly thanks to all involved in the Eclectic Collective a fine bunch of musicians & just mighty good people. 
This track is the second I’ve have done with EC.
This as been evolved from the original acoustic sketch I did and the vocal is the original sketch take.
I really like what the guys have done on every aspect of the song.
Special thanks to Ken (The Twist )from across the pond for driving it along since the summer.
The EC have a real cool vibe going, releasing regularly and constantly working on a whole host of tracks simultaneously. 
The song refers to the current state of the world today and my experiences and observations. 
I like being brave and not precious about the music I create and especially handing it over to other musicians who can make it theirs also.

Cast of characters: 
Gaz Brownie — @user-755327533 — Gaz — vocals, vocal harmonies, lyrics, and composition
K2 and the Three [and the Four] -- @k2andthe3, @k2-kara –Ken–drums
Entheogenic Psychonaught (Josh Clary)– @josh-clary-1 – Warwick four-string fretless bass
TexMex Shaman–@texmex-shaman –Stephen– Tom Anderson custom T guitar
J.J. Terrell– @j-j-terrell – organ and piano
Llanpsych–@llanpsych –Tez– mix, production, and mastering


I hope you enjoy this song because Eclectic Collective gives you …..

When Did The World Stop Listening 

V1
Im drawing the conclusion that 
Im just being polite 
And questioning myself is it me our are they right
I’m feeling a little angry hope it’s not  out of spite 
Is just a reaction to this uncomfortable  night 

Chorus 
When did the world stop listening 
When did the world stop listening 


V2
As we compete for space to try & speak
Everyone’s on journey on a bus to shit creek
With condescending story’s of there  bad & awesome week
And I’m working on finding just a better style of  technique 

Chorus 

V3
I avoid catching that struggle bus 
Don’t wanna be part of my problem and be misunderstood 
What are you looking at is there something you wanna discuss 
I push his   face up the window cause I’ve had enough 

Finish on a chorus

When Did The World Stop Listening ! -Eclectic Collective

RETURN OF THE GENTLE GIANTS  from CIRCLES

Part of the Netta&McGill duo.
@nettamcgill

Keeping it raw and simple.

“There is so much noise around us, and if you don’t take time and listen, you might miss out on greatness - or the tiny little thing that made a difference.”


~All images are owned/taken by me

If you smile a little during listening, mission completed.

Many Ways

NettaMoon

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