Walk in the woods (Raphael J.)

Sad Clown

In the twilight of the first century AD, in the mist-shrouded lands of Britannia, there lived a queen whose name echoed through the ages with the thunderous resonance of rebellion. Boudicca, the fierce and proud queen of the Iceni tribe, stood as a symbol of defiance against the iron grip of the Roman Empire.

Born into a world of shifting alliances and turbulent loyalties, Boudicca was raised with the steel of defiance in her veins. From a young age, she witnessed the injustices inflicted upon her people by the Roman occupiers, their greed and cruelty leaving scars upon the land and the souls of her kin.

When her husband, Prasutagus, the King of the Iceni, passed away, the Romans sought to strip away the dignity of her people, seizing lands and possessions under the guise of Roman law. But Boudicca refused to yield to their oppression. With a fire burning in her heart and the legacy of her ancestors coursing through her veins, she vowed to rise against the oppressors.

Gathering warriors from across the tribes of Britannia, Boudicca rallied her people with words of passion and fury. With every step, her army swelled in numbers, a force fueled by the desire for freedom and vengeance.

The Romans, complacent in their arrogance, underestimated the resolve of this warrior queen. As they marched to quell the uprising, they encountered a force unlike any they had faced before. Boudicca led her warriors with strategic brilliance and unwavering courage, striking fear into the hearts of the Roman legions.

In a series of bloody skirmishes, Boudicca's forces wreaked havoc upon the Roman occupiers, laying waste to their settlements and fortifications. The land trembled beneath the weight of their fury as they marched ever closer to the heart of Roman power in Britannia.

But even as victory seemed within reach, fate cast its cruel hand upon the battlefield. In a final, desperate clash, Boudicca's forces faced the might of the Roman legions in a battle that would seal their fate.

Though her warriors fought with the ferocity of lions, the Roman discipline and tactics proved too formidable to overcome. Boudicca watched as her people fell, their cries mingling with the clash of steel and the roar of flames.

In the aftermath of defeat, Boudicca stood amidst the ruins of her dreams, her spirit unbroken despite the heavy toll of loss. Though the flames of rebellion had been quenched, the legacy of her defiance would endure for generations to come.

For in the annals of history, Boudicca would forever be remembered as a warrior queen whose courage and resilience echoed across the ages, inspiring countless souls to rise against oppression and tyranny, a beacon of hope in the darkest of times.

Boudicca (Raphael J. 2024)

**Baptism by Fire**  

In the ruins of an ancient Sumerian temple, a prophecy lay etched in cuneiform, its words echoing across millennia: *"The Baptism by Fire shall cleanse the Earth, and the fates of mortals will be sealed by the decree of the Anunnaki, the children of An and Ki."* For centuries, the warning was dismissed as a myth.  

The wise men of old, keepers of this knowledge, had whispered of the Anunnaki, celestial architects from the enigmatic planet Nibiru. They spoke of their descent to Earth, bearing gifts of knowledge and the burden of destiny. But their guidance was not eternal. When humanity strayed, the Anunnaki foretold, fire would rain from the heavens—a trial by flame to forge a new beginning or extinguish the old.  

In the year 2045, scientists detected an anomaly in the night sky: a crimson star drawing closer. Nibiru. Governments scrambled the wise men’s warnings resurfacing in digital archives. The "fire" was no metaphor; it was the Anunnaki's return. Cities crumbled under storms of plasma. Survivors knelt amid the chaos, staring skyward as the figures descended, wreathed in light.  

The Anunnaki had come to decree humanity’s fate. Rebirth or oblivion—the fire would decide.

Babtism by Fire (Raphael J. 2025)

The Soldier the Lady and the Rose

Celestial Echoes

“Cello Duo – dramatic” is more than a piece of music. 
It’s a declaration. 
A line in the sand. 

A moment where I finally say: Enough!

Too many people have been lost to cycles of cruelty, indifference, and the quiet storms that tear through our collective humanity. 

Too many stories have ended before they had the chance to unfold. 

Too many hearts have been pushed aside, dismissed, or forgotten. This piece is my response to that. 

My refusal to let numbness win!

When I composed Cello Duo – dramatic, I imagined two voices—two cellos—locked in a struggle between despair and resilience. Their tones collide, clash, and intertwine like opposing winds. 
One represents the storm that rages from the far side of the heart, the place where empathy is stripped away and compassion is scattered like dust. 
The other represents the will to heal, to reclaim what has been lost, to stand firm against the forces that try to hollow us out.

This music is the sound of fighting back—not with violence, but with presence. 
With feeling. 

With the courage to care in a world that often punishes those who do.

It’s time to heal.

It’s time to remember that empathy is not weakness.

It’s time to honor those who should still be here.

Every note in this piece is a vow: that we will not let the storm define us. That we will not allow our hearts to be pushed into silence. That we will rise, again and again, until compassion becomes louder than destruction.

"Cello Duo – dramatic" is my offering to that future. A reminder that even in the darkest moments, two voices can come together and create something powerful enough to shift the air around us. 
Something strong enough to push back against the wind.

This is the beginning of healing. And I hope, as you listen, you feel that same spark—the one that says we’re not done yet.

https://soundcloud.com/raphael_j/raphael-j-dramatic-cello-duo

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Raphael J - Dramatic Cello Duo

Melodica Trier 2017

Stranger (live at Melodica Trier 2017)

10 Out Of The Sky

juHrop from Klingon Opera, tuH (short version, 1995-2002)

Raphael J. was born into the vibrant musical landscape of the 1960s, where he discovered his passion for guitar and songwriting at a young age. Throughout the late 70s, 80s, and 90s, he lent his talents to various folk bands, honing his craft and drawing inspiration from the mainstream folk charts of the time.

In the late 80s, Raphael's musical journey expanded into a new direction as he delved into the realm of electronic music, experimenting with composition on computers. Embracing the evolving technology, he seamlessly integrated eclectic influences into his music, blending traditional folk elements with modern electronic sounds.

Known for his melancholic yet versatile songwriting style, Raphael's compositions evoke a range of emotions, from the heroic to the classical, reflecting his openness to exploring diverse moods and themes. With each new creation, he continues to push the boundaries of his artistry, leaving an indelible mark on the ever-changing landscape of contemporary music.