Coffee gone cold, bills on the floor
Same damn knock at the same old door
Lipstick cracked, mirror won’t lie
She’s still here, but she don’t know why
In the quiet dawn, echoes rise
A gentle hum beneath the skies
Waves of sound that call and swell
Whisper stories they long to tell
Kids in the yard, dog needs fed
She hums a tune she half regrets
Dreams in the drawer with the unpaid debt
Nothing left but the sun to set
She don’t scream, she don’t shout
She just waits for the light to run out
Nothing left but the sun to set
No more tears, no more threat
She gave her best, she gave it all
Now she’s just watching shadows fall
Nothing left but the sun to set 
Oooh yeah   Oh Yeah ...did her best.....
No more tears, no more threat
She gave her best, she gave it all
Now she’s just watching shadows fall
Nothing left but the sun to set 
She’s not broken, just bent
She’s not gone, just spent
She’s not lost, just waiting
For something worth saving
She wore that dress for no one to see
Hung it back up like a memory
The radio plays a song she wrote
But no one knows, and no one spoke]
Nothing left but the sun to set
Holding on to what she can get
Her heart still beats beneath the weight
Hoping for dawn’s new slate
Nothing left but the sun to set
Oooh yeah   Oh Yeah ....did her best
No more tears, no more threat
She gave her best, she gave it all
Now she’s just watching shadows fall
Nothing left but the sun to set 
She gave her best…
She gave it all…Nothing left Nothing left
Nothing left but the sun to set
Oooh yeah   Oh Yeah ...did her best.....
Nothing left but the sun to set
She gave her best…
She gave it all…Nothing left Nothing left
Nothing left but the sun to set
She gave her best…
She gave it all…Nothing left Nothing left
Nothing left but the sun to set
Oooh yeah   Oh Yeah ...did her best.....
Nothing left but the sun to set

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Songwriter Edwin H. Balder
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In this Poducer: Chicago Series episode, we sit down with John Rynecki, a DJ, producer, event promoter, and educator whose mission is simple: bring abundance to the dance floor. From growing up across Panama, Puerto Rico, and Germany to finding his creative home in Chicago, John shares how his multicultural upbringing shaped his sound and his vision for a more collaborative, community-driven nightlife.

He talks about his early influences from salsa and Everything But the Girl to Craig David and Rusko at Congress Theater, and how those experiences evolved into his approach to DJing: sets that breathe, connect, and tell stories rather than chase drops. We explore how growing up abroad helped him view music as a universal language, and why he believes Chicago’s scene can thrive through openness and shared purpose rather than competition.

John also shares the story behind co-founding the Chicago Electronic Music Conference (CEMC), an event built to educate, connect, and inspire, and how it aims to elevate dance music to the same cultural status as jazz and blues. He reflects on the realities of leaving a stable tech career to pursue music full-time, the challenges of sustaining creativity in today’s economy, and what “success” really means as a modern artist.

From imagining a city-backed Chicago Electronic Music Week to breaking down how to market independent releases and use data-driven ads effectively, John offers grounded, actionable insights for artists carving their path.

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro and welcome to Poducer
01:34 First concerts: Shakira and Rusko at Congress Theater
06:04 Musical influences: Salsa, Everything But the Girl, Craig David
08:45 Early production talk: Reese bass and breakbeat love
12:32 Growing up abroad and third-culture identity
17:09 Chicago as home and finding purpose in house music
23:24 Founding CEMC and building a movement inspired by Amsterdam Dance Event
26:39 The city’s role in preserving house music
31:27 Mainstream vs progressive house and the art of storytelling sets
35:45 CEMC year one: Wins, lessons, and next steps
38:00 How to make dance music a respected art form
40:49 Money talk: The truth about art and survival
45:42 Defining success as an artist
51:33 The idea for a Chicago Electronic Music Week
55:15 Track break: “Sirena” (deep progressive and jazz-house blend)
1:03:27 Jazz-house culture and the future of day events
1:06:26 Smart marketing for independent artists
1:08:35 Most influential sets and final shout-outs

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John Rynecki | Chicago Series — Building Chicago’s Electronic Music Culture & The Vision Behind CEMC

Prepare for an otherworldly encounter with "Dancing Greys," a high-energy Psytrance journey that blends hypnotic rhythms with cosmic intrigue. This track is a tribute to the playful side of the unknown, featuring a driving beat and a captivating storyline that unfolds through sound. Imagine a starlit night where a sleek UFO descends, casting a vibrant beam of light onto an ancient stone circle. From the glow emerge the Greys, but not as you know them – these are the "Dancing Greys," full of life and a mischievous spirit, ready to groove. As the music builds, you'll feel the energetic pulse, the subtle whispers of alien communication, and the exhilaration of a close encounter. It's a sonic adventure that invites you to embrace the mystery, dance with the extraterrestrial, and wonder what other secrets the universe holds. Get ready to activate your cosmic senses and join the dance!

Dancing Greys

SPINFUL SATURDAYS🏠🎵 | 💥THE RETURN💥 |  DJ Wins - 1025
I'LL HOUSE🏠-W SPINFUL SATURDAYS @ SOULSLICE LIVE 10/25 - DJ Wins 
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SPINFUL SATURDAYS🏠🎵 | 💥THE RETURN💥 |  DJ Wins - 1025

A melodic, uplifting techno journey through sound and emotion.

🎧 Stream on all platforms → bit.ly/Freakeemusic

Created and produced by Freakee
Genre: Melodic Techno / EDM

#melodictechno #techno #edm #producerlife #soundcloudartist

Echoes of the Sky

SPINFUL SATURDAYS🏠🎵 | 🎃 SPIRITED 🎃 | DJ Wins - 1101
I'LL HOUSE🏠-W SPINFUL SATURDAYS @ SOULSLICE LIVE 11/01 - DJ Wins 
🔥2hr HOUSE PARTY🔥 Recorded during my weekly Live show Spinful Saturday's @ SoulSlice Every Saturday @ 8p-10p est.  The Hottest🔥 Livestream Dance Party! “Yeah Work It Like That!”  Join The Fam❤️. Please Share, Follow, Like and Subscribe. ☮️ Peace & Love.❤️ www.thedjwins.com  
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SPINFUL SATURDAYS🏠🎵 | 🎃 SPIRITED 🎃 | DJ Wins - 1101

​👑 SİNAN ÜNLÜBAŞ - Star Throne
​"Star Throne" is a powerful and energetic electronic anthem that lives up to its name, blending Epic Trance and Hard Techno elements. Sinan Ünlübaş aims to take the listener to the peak with soaring build-ups, hard-hitting percussion, and a triumphant main melody. This is a high-tempo, ambitious TRACK, ready to dominate the dance floor.
​🌐 Listen on all major streaming platforms!
​Prod. & Mixed by Sinan Ünlübaş

STAR THRONE

He outran the law in a pickup with no brakes.
She danced on a bar in Reno just to pay for her sister’s mistakes
He built a house with his bare hands and lost it in a flood.
She buried three husbands and still sends Christmas cards. signed love
They met at a bus stop, argued about jazz, and never stopped together walking
He’s got a scar from a jukebox fight — she’s got one  but she's not talk'en
You wouldn’t believe the stories they carry.
 wouldn’t believe what they’ve seen.
They look like porch chairs and quiet prayers —
But they’ve lived like kings and queens.
You wouldn’t believe the fire still burning.
 wouldn’t believe the roads they’ve run.
Old folks don’t brag —
cause they’ve already won.
She  hitchhiked to Memphis with a guitar and a broken heart.
He played poker with a preacher and lost before the start
She lost a child .
He lost his sight 
were beyond broken  but got back in the fight
They’ve been cheated, praised, forgotten, and forgiven.
been the storm and the shelter. and kept on giving
They don’t talk much —
But when they do, the room changes.(the room changes.)
You lean in,
 time leans back.... time rearranges (time rearranges )
You wouldn’t believe the stories they carry.
 wouldn’t believe what they’ve seen.
They look like porch chairs and quiet prayers —
But they’ve lived like kings and queens.
You wouldn’t believe the fire still burning.
 wouldn’t believe the roads they’ve run.
Old folks don’t brag —
cause they’ve already won.
So next time you pass  by,
Say hello.
You might just hear
The best story you’ll ever know
 [ long epic acoustic riff]
 mmm(mmm)mmm
You wouldn’t believe the stories they carry.
 wouldn’t believe what they’ve seen.
They look like porch chairs and quiet prayers —
But they’ve lived like kings and queens.
You wouldn’t believe the fire still burning.
 wouldn’t believe the roads they’ve run.
Old folks don’t brag —
cause they’ve already won.  (already won.)  already won.  
 mmm(mmm)mmm
already won.  (already won.)  already won.  

Please check out our other albums...!
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Best Story by ♨️ 🍪

SPINFUL SATURDAYS🏠🎵 | 🌐 THE CODE 🌐 | DJ Wins - 1108
I'LL HOUSE🏠-W SPINFUL SATURDAYS @ SOULSLICE LIVE 11/08 - DJ Wins 
🚀2hr HOUSE UPLIFT🚀  Recorded during my weekly Live show Spinful Saturday's @ SoulSlice Every Saturday @ 8p-10p est.  The Hottest🔥 Livestream Dance Party! “Yeah Work It Like That!”  Join The Fam❤️. Please Share, Follow, Like and Subscribe. ☮️ Peace & Love.❤️ www.thedjwins.com  
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SPINFUL SATURDAYS🏠🎵 | 🌐 THE CODE 🌐 | DJ Wins - 1108

My first SoundCloud Post! I'm really proud of how this turned out so I decided to post it on here as well! ^_^

Produced and Mixed by me

Original Track: Pariz - One of Us

Enjoy!

One Of Us (V3rn Remix & Nightcore Edit)

Freakee is a melodic techno and EDM producer blending uplifting energy with atmospheric soundscapes. 
🎵 Latest release: Echoes of the Sky
🌌 Listen on all platforms → bit.ly/Freakeemusic

Meet Hot Cookie, the wonder that’s redefining cool with a fresh blend of reflective lyrics and acoustic-driven power. Our sound is the heartbeat of today's music scene, capturing the essence of raw emotion and musical artistry. With every track, we aim to elevate your listening experience, offering melodies that resonate and lyrics that linger. Get ready to be swept away by Hot Cookie, where every note is a testament to our passion and every song a journey!....Social Contact: https://x.com/HotCookieMusic

A lifelong creative mind blending technology and art. My journey began in 2005 through the lens of photography — from aerial and macro to underwater imagery — and evolved over 13 years as an Official Government Photographer. Along the way, videography and drone cinematography expanded my visual storytelling.

Music has always been my heartbeat — I play eight instruments and record from my own home studio. With a strong foundation in IT and my role as a Senior Administrative Specialist, I now channel all these worlds into neuroART — a project fusing AI, music, and imagery to explore the intersection of human emotion and machine creativity.

DJ Wins - Four decades of making you move that body. Hailing from The Bronx/Mt. Vernon, NY. Early pioneer in the Hip Hop movement.
House - Hip Hop - R&B - Reggae  
Grown Folks Music - "Yeah Work it Like That!"
Bookings: thedjwins@gmail.com

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