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CLOUDKICKER

A song of overcoming pain, new beginnings and hope

Written by Peter M Garza
Mixed by Brandon Watts
Performed by Band of US
Peter Garza: Vocals & Piano
Kyle Alexander: Bass
Marcus Jackson: Drums
Myles Gilbertson: Violin
Brandon Watts: Guitar
David Byass: keyboard 

Forward

This third release reveals more depth and versatility from Band of Us, and is like fierce New Orleans rollercoaster ride from start to finish. 

Saxophone - David Byass
Trumpet - Myles Gilbertson
Guitars - Brandon Watts
Keyboard & vocals - Pete Garza
Drums - Marcus Jackson
Bass - Kyle Alexander

Down

Everyone can start again.  Come to the water for a refreshed revival. 

The first worldwide single from Washington, D.C.-based BAND OF US

“Stay Forever" is a song that has a few layers to it, but at its core it is very symbolic. The song, like “Down”, has some spiritual undertones. However, its overall theme is one that can be embraced by everyone. The song speaks of a desire to grasp dreams, wanting to hold on to the experiences that can be had when we're asleep. That idea is emphasized by the line "stay awake and dream with me tonight", a strong desire to experience the bliss of a dream in waking moments. From a Christian standpoint, it alludes to how a dream encounter with God can change one's whole view on life. However, the same can be said of non-religious dreams. Every one of us, at one point or another, can think of a dream so amazing, so wonderful, that we would do anything to pull that dream into our reality. Even dreams that we may never share with anyone can bring new life into our daily experiences, and this song is simply trying to convey that feeling.

The song "Stay Forever" has a very warm, yet light introduction instrument-wise, alluding to the message of dreams that is being conveyed. Overall, it is a driving, upbeat song, featuring guitar, saxophone, and violin lines and licks dancing around the melody. There is an amount of syncopation around the drum solos, emphasized by hits from guitar, bass, sax, violin, and keys. The second drum solo leads back into the more gentle theme established in the opening, before dropping back into the high energy of the main verse and chorus sections, with a saxophone solo closing out the song. This alternative rock song has a very live, jam session type feel, despite being a studio recording. The violin and sax elements, as well as the syncopation built around the drum solos, really helps to give it a less than conventional feel, helping to make it stand out from your typical upbeat rock song. It has a Dave Matthews, Mumford and Sons type of sound and influence to it, while being infused with enough flavor to be uniquely a BAND OF US creation.