My September Favorites

Stämmor Före 1991

I have found my own song. ( 1984 ) Margareta Theorin ( Margareta )

We Don't Do Formal-Feat: Dominiquefrench

Summer Days, the heat it rising with Lizzie!

Lyrics, Vocals: @taylor-pentland
Music, Guitars (Strat, Jazzmaster, 335, Plexi, DR504), Bass (P), Drums (AD2), Mellotron (Redtron), Mix & Mastering (DAW): @bonetender

Artwork: @taylor-pentland / Lizzie Pentland / www.talenthouse.com/lizzie-pentland

========== Lyrics ==========

Heading out that old coast road
Where the sun blasts us away
Heading out where the heat it rises
On the road leading to the Bay
Oh my tousled woman
Watch your hair fly to the sky
Breeze blowin through the window
You singing by my side

How many times, we drove this road before
How many ways, to settle these old scores
Like a summer born, be shining all the way
Like a silent scorn, be blowin it all away

Summer Days, the heat it rising on the road down to the Bay
Summer Days, the fire in us so blind
Summer Days, the heat it rising on the road down to the Bay
Summer Day, you singing by my side, yeh, yeh,yeh

How long, tell me how long is this blast
How long, as these sunny days fly past
Summer Days, Summer Days are Gold
Summer Days, keeping us so hot and bold....
Ooooh ooo, driving along with you
Ooooh ooo, feeling it through and through
And my heart
Will be beating to the big bass drum
Oooh yeh, the music so hot and fun

Oh we're on fire, leaving it all behind
Oh escape so fine, just playing on our mind
Woah, we shimmy down to the songs on the radio
On days like these, our souls burst free and flow

Ooooh, Summer days alive, yeh yeh
Ooooh, we are ridin oh so high, yeh yeh
Ooooh, Summer days alive, yeh yeh
Ooooh, crazy souls unite, yeh yeh
You and me driving up the coast road
Leaving all our woes behind, yeh yeh
You and me driving, yeh, yeh, yeh

©Lizzie & Bonetender 2020 All Rights Reserved

Summer Days

Summer Days (with Lizzie Taypen)

Silje begins to be bothered by dreams. She sees demons and she dreams about the mountains, the feared entrance of Icepeople's valley. She also gets bothered by other dreams, dreams about Tengel. Tengel with the very distinctive, strange look and his yellow eyes. 

Benedikt's sister-in-law, Abelone, arrives at the farm. She has decided to settle there, for good. The atmosphere on the farm is very tense and Silje decide to leave with Tengel into the feared valley of Icepeople.

Silje and Tengel's friendship grows deeper and they have forged a very special bond through raising up Sol and Dag. After some time with a lot of will and power they cannot resist each other and become lovers and husband and wife. Tengel is very hesitating as he do not want to give birth to someone that shares the same cursed blood as himself. It seems it is avoidable.
They give birth to a little girl called Liv Hanna, It is a relief that she seems to be a normal child.

Sagaen om Isfolket part 3 . Frozen Land

A couple of months ago, Rodolfo Planes from Tierra del Fuego sent me a wonderful piece of music (in a different key and without lead guitar) that he hoped I’d write lyrics for… 
I was so excited that the first verse popped into my head almost straightaway, and with great patience and honesty, Rodolfo lead me through the learning curve that would be the gestation of this song.
The passionate music somehow stirred in me a sense of longing and belonging, combined with the enforced isolation from loved ones during lockdown. I think Rodolfo’s music helped me express this powerfully.
His solo still continues to move me even after countless listens. I am very grateful to him for this opportunity and I sincerely hope we can work on other projects. 
Thanks for listening and please check out Rodolfo’s cloud if you can.

Composition, instrumentation, arrangement and production: https://soundcloud.com/rplanes
Lyrics and vocals: https://soundcloud.com/markjbennett
Image of Loch Maree, Scotland used with kind permission of Douglas Corrance.

https://continentalcollision.bandcamp.com/track/set-me-down-that-road

I know where I’m going,
Though I don’t know where I am.
My drive ain’t slowing,
If it’s Birmingham, Alabam.
Gotta get me on the road,
Back to where I’m coming from,
Might not have the zip code,
But I know where I belong. 
I know, I know, I know that I belong.
It might take me some time,
But I’m on my way already.
Set me down that road.

I know what I’m missing,
And where I might find it.
Without even reminiscing,
I’m right back there, I admit.
Close my eyes, and I’m there,
Though in reality,
I’m still stuck in elsewhere,
And I’m the absentee.   
I know, I know, I know that I’ve done wrong.
It might take me some time,
But I’m on my way already.
Set me down that road.

I’ve been uninvited,
Yet I felt compelled to come
A need to be reunited,
Whatever the outcome.
This prodigal believes,
In the error of his ways.
He vows that he’ll never leave,
Where his hat now he lays
I know, I know, I know that I’m back home.
It has taken some time,
But I feel at home already.
I’ve been down that road.

Set Me Down That Road - Continental Collision - Now Available on Bandcamp

Requiem

Let Wisdom speak:
Never bargain from a position of weakness
Always from a position of strength... 
——We must all embrace our race —-
——We must all embrace our culture—-
——We must all embrace our religious beliefs or lack there of—-
No two individuals were meant to be the same, let’s look at that on a bigger scale. It’s ultimately the differences in the world that helps us evolve as a people. It’s what makes us who we are. Together we are stronger. We are fighting against two common enemies on a global level
Racism and a pandemic “Together we are stronger.”

No contingency in place it’s going down as is 
with this mask on my face as a constant 
reminder of a death threat that linger.
And to this—- racist society——I hold up my middle finger
Cause it incredible to see——at least—incredibly to me
How bigoted and prejudice this society can be
——“Can’t we do better?”——“Where’s the love?”
 
Lyrics
The Summary

Intro:
We are fighting two enemies on a global level—They have both dealt deadly blows
Racism and a pandemic 

The world done turned around ——and changed the game 
Hidden faces so —-familiar ——-We know their names
Who’s gonna live to see ——-what the next day bring—
aim For the stars——— if you miss try again

Perspective sharper than a knife 
So effective—-I’m Evolving every second of my life
What’s the message—-I’m blessed with my family and my wife 
Simple elements——no hesitations —no hype
It my commitment to the world—-by living outright
Still addicted —to the sound of music and a mic
Inspired and driven ——everyday and night
Creativity pushes——into new -insight

blinded——here—-by what we see
Let’s come together —to combat —-these common enemies 
An open mind——- is the sauce—here—-and —the key 
And we don’t need any ——- —negativity
Don’t fall behind stay on course— indulge me
and your actions —-will ultimately set you free
So Be honest to yourself ——-cause—-you should be
——If no one’s looking— is there really—— any bad or good
What really matters—-is that I’m not misunderstood 
We don’t need any haters or jealousy—-
It’s a simple Insights —-if followed ——-will set you free

Bridge!—————-

The new journey —the conflict ——the struggles —-the fight
Stop Embracing —-the new norm where nothing feels right
The new journey —the conflict ——the struggles —-the fight
Let’s Look beyond the darkness ——-cause things ain’t right
The new journey —the conflict ——the struggles —-the fight
Keep trying hard and you’ll ——see the light
 a clear horizon—-the solace the new insight
The new journey —the conflict ——the struggles —-the fight

Choose the battles carefully —cause it’s combat
Keep moving forward—it’s an all out attack
Mission oriented—yeah that’s a fact
The world depends on the outcome—believe in that

The Summary

Watch the video and listen to You Listen while soaking in the vibes of Mexican agriculture circa 1950s here: https://fb.watch/2tXYb4EpAr/

I deeply recognize the disparity in ways natural and human disasters affect different groups of people and the need for greater equality of care. I also recognize that I live with many privileges that others do not have. And with these recognitions, I still believe there is space for us all to have a gratitude practice while passionately endeavoring for positive change.  

I am grateful for all the accumulated creativity and work of our ancestors that lead to the eventual creation of the internet and SoundCloud which has enabled us to remain artistically connected during this period of increased physical isolation. 

May everyone’s seeds be fruitful and multiply.

Jonathan Beckenstein: Rhythm Guitar, Fake Steel Guitar
https://soundcloud.com/jonathan_beckenstein
Calebass: Guitars and Song Art
https://soundcloud.com/calebass
Jon Lock: Bass
https://soundcloud.com/jon-lock-5 
Janine Levinson: Vocals
https://soundcloud.com/janinelevinson
 the Couch King: Lyrics, Vocals, and Production
https://musiciselation.bandcamp.com
Russell Sinfield: Mix, Master, and Campfire Leader
https://soundcloud.com/russell-sinfield
The Chaos Cookhouse: Studio
https://chaoscookhouse.bandcamp.com

Lyrics:

We thank this seed with its potency
To bring forth fruits so copiously
With opened hearts and festivity  
4 20 days of ceremony 
 
You listen
Oh, you listen
We’re thankful that 
You listen

You listen
Yea, you listen
In the morning dew
You glisten

We honor you with crimsoned desire
Following Nanahuatl who jumped in the fire
May your sacrifices continue to inspire
And bring forth gratitude until we expire 

The days are long and the weather is hot
We call on the rains to weather our crops
Bless the labor of men and divined thought 
Honored to sacrifice for all that we got 

We thank this seed with it’s potency
To bring forth fruits so copiously
With opened hearts and festivity  
4 20 days of ceremony 
 
We be handing out the alms for the love of Xipe Totec
Got the gods in the house garlands all around their necks
Sitting on sheaves, leaves of tzapote 
Honoring renewal of life and all that is holy 
Flayed in the way maize loses layers 
With hope of vegetation we given up the prayers
Flayed in the way maize loses layers 
With hope of vegetation we given up the prayers

Jonathan Beckenstein, Janine Levinson, Jon Lock, Russ, Calebass & CK - You Listen

I have reworked this old classic from Cecilia and myself and as always when you rework something it is getting very different from the original.
If you feel at the end that you hear George Zamfir - it´s not him, it´s all guitar :-)
I hope you like the track and enjoy this new fresh version.

@spacialcecilia Vocals and Lyrics
myself: guitar, bass, drum programming, keyboards and mix and mastering

Mysteries Part 1 2020 Reissue feat. Special Cecilia

Mysteries Part 1 2020 Reissue | Special Cecilia & N.o.b.S.

Dedicated to Phil Jones, S.E.X. who passed away this week. True gent and rock and roll star. I played very briefly in his band in my teens and always enjoyed his shows and releases. I am very sad that we've lost him and that I have lost his inspirational presence.
https://youtu.be/oc6Uc_wc4Ew
I hope to catch up with you in the future 
Nick

Hero Soul - a Dedication to Phil 'Geronimo'Jones, S.E.X.

Music & Lyrics: Jan Schonander

When I was in 10th grade I asked my Belgian Spanish Teacher (Ms. Van Stichel) why the Spanish word “esperar” was used for both waiting and hoping. Maybe a sophomoric question (excuse the pun), but her answer has stuck with me through the years. She said “to wait is to hope”, and how right she was. 

I HOPE

I hope there’ll be a new beginning
I hope to tell right from wrong
I hope you get what you want
I wait, and I hope

I hope all manner of sins will be forgiven
I hope, I hope for my better angels
I hope, I hope for a wide open door
I hope, I hope you feel the same way
I hope we’ve got a lot left to live
I hope I’ve got a lot left to give

I hope you get what you want
I wait, and I hope

I hope to make a change for the better
I hope, I hope there is another way
I hope we can see it all clearly
I hope, I can open up inside
I hope we can find the time
I hope we can find a rhyme

I hope there’ll be a new beginning
I hope to tell right from wrong
I hope you get what you want
I wait, and I hope

I Hope

Soundtrack and Instruments: Andrea Michele Vincenti
Vocals and Lyrics: Karlit-O-Kay

Lyrics in English

No One

No one ever recognized him
No one ever touched his hand
Always alone, Indicator none
No nameplate on the door

Foreign language, unintelligible 
So he always kept to himself
No one ever set foot in his gray country
No one's ever jumped the divider

That separated him from the joy of living
Of warmth moments and light 
Never complained, never ventured out 
Always remained a shadow face

Lifetime 
In a black prison
Without windows, without doors
Cold stone only

Roads without direction, traffic signals without light 
Dark cellar dungeon
In the morgue, behind tinted windows 
You can read what he was once called.

Once a city Indian, with a following 
The preacher of the cereal course
The power surge took away his ability to breathe
And finally the meaning of life

He remained lost, was not reborn 
The clock just stopped for him 
Was quickly charred, not even laid out
Last life signs thoroughly obliterated

Deutscher Originaltext:

Niemand

Niemand hat ihn je erkannt
Niemand berührte je seine Hand
Immer alleine, Kennzeichen keine
Kein Namenschild vor der Tür

Fremde Sprache, uneinfühlbar 
So blieb er stets für sich
Niemand betrat je sein graues Land
Niemand übersprang je die Scheidewand

Die ihn trennte von Lebensfreude
Von Wärmemomenten und Licht 
Hat nie geklagt, sich nie vorgewagt 
Blieb stets ein Schattengesicht

Lebenslänglich 
In einem schwarzen Gefängnis
Ohne Fenster, ohne Türen
Nur kalter Stein

Straßen ohne Richtung, lichtlose Ampeln 
Dunkles Kellerverließ
Im Leichenhaus, hinter getönten Scheiben 
Kann man nachlesen, wie er einst hieß

War einst Stadtindianer, mit einer Fangemeinde 
Der Prediger des Müsiggangs
Die Leistungswelle nahm ihm die Luft zum Atmen
Und zuletzt den Lebenssinn

Er blieb verloren, wurd nicht mehr neugeboren 
Die Uhr blieb für Ihn einfach stehen 
Wurde schnell verschart, nicht einmal aufgebahrt
Letzte Lebenszeichen gründlich ausgelöscht

Niemand - No One

Niemand - No One (Andrea Michele Vincenti & Karlit-O-Kay)

Hello there,

here an electronic production in retro-modern sound colors, cool guitar, synthesizers, percussions and much more while listening!

I wish you a lot of fun!
CJ

CJR-Music originals | more info also here: www.cjrogersmusic.com

Retro Moments

Music: Kenny Dyer [ https://soundcloud.com/kenny_dyer ]
Lyrics & vocals: Martin K Anderson aka Marty Andersson [ https://soundcloud.com/mkandersson1982 ]

Marty Andersson: True Self (feat. Kenny Dyer)

Written for a dear friend who has been overwhelmed with mental illness. Thank you to Alfonso Llorente Sardi (https://soundcloud.com/abogllm)who plays an exceptional electric guitar. YouTube: https://youtu.be/Wkfq1TdaF_k
LYRICS
VERSE1
Are you there,
With the angels?
We can see,
When the music’s on.
VERSE2
Are you there,
With the angels?
We miss you,
When you are gone.
VERSE3
Are you there?
Are you there, my friend?
May you brave the winds,
Of the storm.
VERSE4
When you’re back,
From so far away,
I hope this time,
You will stay.
You will stay.

DAVEHEFFNER.COM

Are You There (ft. Alfonso Llorente Sardi - elec. guitar) Dave & Jan Heffner - vocals

My Magic Friend
2020  Janine Levinson

For Bobcat

No matter how far away you are 
I am always thinking of you
No matter how much time goes by
I am always gonna love you

So as you’re hopping star to star 
Well I’ll surely think about you
A galaxy that’s really far 
With burning stars around you
Cause you're my magic friend               
You’re my magic friend

No matter how long it takes to know
Our hearts are always gonna figure
A way to plant a seed and grow 
A love and friendship even bigger

But as you’re hopping star to star
Still I’ll always watch out for you 
In flickers dancing from afar 
My heart will always know you

Cause you're my magic friend
You're my magic friend

Figure out a way to fly impossibly high
Figure out a way to fly impossibly high
Figure out a way to fly impossibly high
In the sky

No matter how far away you are                               
I am always thinking of you
No matter how much time goes by
I am always gonna love you

And as you’re hopping star to star
Still I’ll always watch out for you 
In flickers dancing from afar 
My heart will always know you
Cause you're my magic friend                
You're my magic friend

My Magic Friend

Composed, arranged, performed, and produced by:
Carlos Vivanco

As Above So Below

@janinelevinson: Inspirational additional lyrics and wonderful vocals
@rick-4-1: Real drums
@burn-it-smith: Real piano
@phil-mcwalter: Other stuff

(New Version of https://soundcloud.com/phil-mcwalter/and-so)

SOUP OF THISTLES 

Returning and turning in the widening gyre 
The falconer holds out a golden ring from the tower 
Captive and burning and full of desire 
The falcon pulls feathers from her wings to count the hours

And so
Ad infinitum 
Is the crow 
Compelled to steal
And so
Ad infinitum 
Are we drawn 
Into the wheel
Into the wheel

Turning and burning in the heat, of hearth and fire 
The feathers, the letters, the fingers form a winged spire
There’s flapping and scurrying aloft up in the rafters 
Where the bats are left to read and the finger moves on higher

And so
Ad infinitum 
We forget 
Why we were singing
And so
Ad infinitum 
The choir cannot lift the ceiling
The spinning wedding ceiling
Stealing
And so
We go

Around and around  and do it over again! 
Ad infinitum
Around and around  and do it over again! 
Ad infinitum

Returning and turning in the widening gyre 
Unseen by the hawk was Icarus flying higher
Why do we love when we know it’s trespassing
A puppet heart managed by the clock – foolish arms flailing

And so
Ad infinitum 
We watch for 
Six jet planes’ trails
And so
We prepare  our soup of thistles
And we settle down to feather 
And we wonder about the weather
Listen for the 
Falcons' bells together and
Cover our eyes with leather
Oh Icarus dear boy
Waxed and waned
Ah Amelia dear heart
Tarred and feathered...

Levinson & McWalter- June 2020

And So

Soup Of Thistles

Do you see them those flashes of light that just wisp your eyes
Can you feel the warmth that they bring
Memories are held dear in those flashes of Light
Do they trigger happy Memories?
For me they Do Always 
# See you in the stars

Flashes 0f Light

Eklektikos - Competere
September 2020
Duration: 2:45
Artwork: John-Marc Ventimiglia
Part of the Playlist: https://soundcloud.com/bruce-klepper-1/sets/ekleltikos-triptych

Competere, from Latin , to compete: "to strive to gain or win something over others who are trying to do the same".

Eclecticism was first reported to have been practiced by a group of ancient Greek and Roman philosophers who attached themselves to no real system, but selected from existing philosophical beliefs those doctrines that seemed most reasonable to them. Out of this collected material they constructed their new system of philosophy.  The term eclecticism comes from the Greek ἐκλεκτικός (eklektikos), literally "choosing the best".  

The music of "Eklektikos" brings together the instruments and rhythms of many diverse cultures to create a unique world music.

For Dilruba, Bansuri, Darbuka, Duduk, Ih Khuur Bass, Balalaika, Koto, Morin Khuur Violin, Marimba, Harpsichord, Xylophone, strings, and percussion

Eklektikos -  Competere

Rock, Rock, Rock and no Alternative …
I am playing guitar and bass, I love prog rock, technical death metal and all flavors of hard rock.
I use SoundCloud for collaborations with other Artists, if time allows.
Mix and Mastering was done in the „N.o.b.S. Moonshine Studios“ based in my living room. 
Nearly everything had been recorded during the night, sometimes at daylight on weekends.