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We learn not only in a class 
We become the greatest assets to society 
Through experience
Through taking the lessons learnt 
Reading through the scars that are notes 
One day at a time 
One year at a time 
One moment...
At a time...

Conversations with Myself

Education is living

Title: Sonnet 10: For Shame! Deny That Thou Bear'st Love to a Cold-Watered Seabird
Performed by: Gavin Sakae McLean
Written by: William Shakespeare
Music by: PenguinMusic (pixabay.com/users/penguinmusic-24940186/)
Song Title: Solid Stylish Trap

"Sonnet 10: For Shame! Deny That Thou Bear'st Love to a Cold-Watered Seabird" is a sonic exploration of Shakespeare's appeal to humanity's better nature, underscored by the cool, confident rhythms of "Solid Stylish Trap" by PenguinMusic. This combination sets the stage for a dialogue between Shakespeare's examination of love, apathy, and selflessness, and the modern, assertive energy of trap music. The selection of "Solid Stylish Trap" amplifies the sonnet's call for introspection and the reconsideration of one's actions towards others, encapsulating the poem's essence in a contemporary musical form that speaks to today's audience. Through this artistic pairing, the track seeks to evoke a sense of urgency and reflection, inviting listeners to ponder the timeless questions of love and responsibility against the backdrop of a style that commands attention and respect.

Dr. Tanuki: A Percel of Sonnets

Sonnet 10 For Shame Deny That Thou Bear'st a cold watered seabird

Sick with the flow represents how I give life to beats using my unique rap flows and wordplay to create my dope sound. Enjoy.

Sick With The Flow

In this track, I'm diving deep into the depths of my soul, laying bare my innermost thoughts and emotions. It's a fusion of hip-hop and spoken word poetry, where every word is carefully crafted to resonate with the listener on a profound level.

As an artist, I'm on a journey of self-discovery, exploring the intricacies of existence and the mysteries of the universe. Through my lyrics, I navigate the labyrinth of my mind, shedding light on the existential questions that plague us all.

I speak of cleansing my soul and climbing the inward fences of my consciousness, reminding myself of the fleeting nature of time on this earthly plane. It's a call to embrace co-creation and reconnect with the divine essence that permeates all of existence.

With each verse, I paint vivid images of cosmic epiphanies and the beauty of the natural world. I speak of the interconnectedness of all things and the need to rekindle our relationship with Mother Earth.

Through my music, I aim to inspire others to embark on their own journey of self-discovery and inner transformation. It's an invitation to delve into the depths of our being, to embrace the unknown, and to find solace in the beauty of existence.

This track is a reflection of my deepest thoughts and emotions, a testament to the power of music to touch hearts and souls. It's a reminder that we are all part of something greater than ourselves, and that by embracing our true selves, we can unlock the secrets of the universe.

Inward I go, Cleansing My Soul - TQC, Hip Hop

"In This Moment, I Find Peace" is a hauntingly beautiful folk acoustic song that captures the essence of savoring moments of tranquility amidst life's chaos. Based on a deeply introspective poem, the song explores the theme of finding inner peace and harmony in the present moment, while acknowledging the fleeting nature of such experiences.
With its gentle, fingerpicked acoustic guitar and soft, emotive vocals, the song creates an intimate atmosphere that draws the listener into a world of quiet reflection. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the speaker's internal landscape, as they find solace in the peaceful silence that fills their veins, even as the storm of life rages outside.
The chorus serves as a powerful anchor, with the hook "In this moment, I find peace" encapsulating the song's central message. It's a reminder to be present, to cherish the moments of calm, and to hold onto the feeling of harmony, even as we know it may not last forever.
The bridge adds a layer of bittersweet acceptance, as the speaker acknowledges the temporary nature of peace but chooses to embrace it nonetheless. The song ends on a hopeful note, with the outro reinforcing the idea of finding peace in the present moment, no matter how fleeting it may be.
"In This Moment, I Find Peace" is a testament to the power of mindfulness, gratitude, and finding beauty in the simplest of moments. Its raw, honest lyrics and gentle, flowing melody create a space for listeners to reflect on their own experiences and find solace in the shared human desire for inner peace and connection.

In This Moment

"Let us pray for common sense
We deserve to get a new chance

Because in the midst of trembling
We are united as one

In the depth of who we are
We are all related"
(Caroline S'Jegers)

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More than ever, it feels of huge importance to come together and to co-create spaces of transformation. So healing can take place, and so we can re-member who we truly are.

As Ram Das so poignantly shares: “We’re all just walking each other home”. May we continue to gather and send prayers of peace into our own hearts - and from here, into the heart of the earth.

A prayer of remembrance…
A prayer of connection…
A prayer of love…

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"MORE THAN THIS" is out on all streaming platforms:

* Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/3MouMn3tTrp5MGsPiBjjGf?si=I7aS1KDXS_-9EC0Mo9vKPQ
* Soundcloud: on.soundcloud.com/fkw6cKBtfUwvCG9k7
* Bandcamp: carolinesjegers.bandcamp.com/track/more-than-this-feat-uria-tsur
* iTunes: music.apple.com/be/album/more-than-this-feat-uria-tsur/1745775329?i=1745775332

And make sure to watch the OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO here: 
youtu.be/VQu4-CILfkk

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CREDITS:

Spoken Word & Co-Production: Caroline S'Jegers
Recording & Co-Production: Jeroen Van Kemenade
Graphic Design: Caroline S'Jegers | Sanne Moon
Guitar, Composition & Voice: Uria Tsur
Mixing & Mastering: Yahav Maman

With a deep bow to Uria and Jeroen for our co-creation. Uria's voice & guitar cracks me wide open. And Jeroen's support inspires me to dive deeper into the magic and bravery that lies within every poem.

More Than This feat. Uria Tsur

"Echoes of Old Poems" is an introspective pop song that explores the singer's changing perspective on poetry and its ability to evoke deep emotions. The singer reflects on how they once read poems with detachment, seeing them as mere stories of love and sorrow, laughing at the tales without genuinely connecting to the feelings expressed. However, when loneliness strikes, the singer finds solace and profound meaning in the lines of the poems, relating to the emotions of heartbreak and isolation. The words that once seemed distant now resonate deeply within the singer's soul as they experience their heartbreak and disappointment. The song emphasizes the transformative power of poetry and how it can provide comfort and understanding during times of personal struggle.

Echoes of Old Poems [Pop]

Welcome to another episode of Twice 5 Miles Radio. I'm your host, James Navé. In this show, I have the pleasure of speaking with the dynamic poet and spoken word artist Ashlee Haze. If you've attended the LEAF Poetry Slam at the LEAF Festival, you might have seen one of Ashlee's powerful performances that have captivated audiences time and again.

Beyond her remarkable talent as a spoken word artist and page poet, Ashlee is deeply rooted in the creative community of her hometown, Atlanta. She shares her art and leads a successful media business known as Philosophy Media Group.

In our conversation, Ashlee and I delve into the profound impact of poetry, discussing how poems have the power to save lives and the importance of memorization in bringing poetry to life. Ashlee's unique philosophy that a poem must live in your body, something she embodies in every piece she performs, is a fascinating aspect of her work. You'll also hear Ashlee read a selection of her work, showcasing the emotion and humor she infuses into her poetry.

Ashlee Haze, born Kiera Nelson, has been a significant force in the Atlanta poetry scene for over a decade. Her work, marked by numerous performances and collaborations, has brought poetry to unexpected places, including New York Fashion Week and Atlanta United Soccer.

She's collaborated with major brands like H&M and appeared on NPR's Tiny Desk series. Her poem "For Colored Girls Who Don't Need Katy Perry when Missy Elliott is Enough" went viral, earning praise from Missy Elliott herself. Ashlee is also the host of Moderne Philosophy, an educational podcast for creatives.

Ashlee founded Philosophy Media Group to elevate Southern voices, particularly creatives of color, in media production. Her company specializes in storytelling across podcasts, interviews, and documentaries, with Ashlee leading as the primary voice talent, copywriter, and producer. Ashlee's journey began at age ten, and by fifteen, she was performing regularly at public competitions. She's competed in National Poetry Slams and now, as a full-time artist, continues to tell the stories that often go unheard.

Join me as we explore the life, work, and wisdom of Ashlee Haze in this episode of Twice 5 Miles Radio. Enjoy the show.

Understanding the Poetics of Life with poet Ashlee Haze

This is a track from the album. You can find the link to the album here.
The Bottle Album of Sweet Songs Vol. 1
https://soundcloud.com/master-diva/sets/the-bottle-album-of-sweet-songs-vol-1

The Bottle Album of Sweet Songs Vol. 2
https://soundcloud.com/master-diva/sets/the-bottle-album-of-sweet-songs-vol-2
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Under the vast expanse of the night sky, where every star is a verse and every breeze carries a whisper, there unfolds a "Timeless Poem."  
This journey captures the beauty of words unspoken, emotions eternal, and the quiet, enduring rhythm of love and life.

A lone figure sits by a flickering campfire on a quiet hilltop, their eyes gazing upwards at the endless stars.  
The air is still, filled with the soft rustling of the grass and the distant hoot of an owl.  
A delicate, contemplative melody begins to play—a blend of soft piano and gentle strings, each note like a carefully chosen word in a poem, echoing through the stillness of the night.

The music is serene and evocative, with each piano key struck like a soft sigh, each string a brushstroke of emotion on the canvas of silence.  
The melody flows like a gentle stream, winding its way through the landscape of the heart, capturing moments of introspection and the beauty found in the simplicity of existence.  
It is a song that speaks of the quiet, unspoken verses written in the soul, a poem that is both ancient and new, eternal and ever-changing.

As the melody deepens, a soft flute joins in, adding a layer of lightness and wonder to the music, like a breeze that carries the scent of wildflowers.  
The music swells gently, capturing the sense of timelessness and the beauty of a moment suspended in time, where every heartbeat is a line of poetry and every breath a stanza of life.

The figure closes their eyes, feeling the music wrap around them like a warm embrace, each note a reminder of the stories written in the stars and the dreams whispered in the dark.  
The night is alive with a quiet magic, a feeling that they are part of something much greater, a poem that has no end.

As the final notes fade into the night, a sense of peace settles over the hilltop.  
The figure opens their eyes, feeling a deep connection to the universe, knowing that they are both the writer and the reader of this timeless poem—a story that will continue to unfold with each passing moment.

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Timeless Poem

London Ecstatic Dance Presents Embody Festival

Hackney Wick the Baths
August 12th, 2024


This 2 hour happened in London on a Saturday afternoon. It was an exploration of the soul, a deep dive into the realms of sound and emotion. The energy in the space was palpable. Together, we danced through layers of consciousness, weaving the energies of ancient traditions with contemporary expressions. The collective experience was within sacred ritual.

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Floetry In Motion

Skeezetapes Vol. 2" is a raw and introspective project blending spoken word, alternative hip-hop, and neo-soul influences. This 3-track EP captures a journey of growth, self-reflection, and triumph. With thought-provoking poetry, soulful beats, and vivid storytelling, each track delivers a unique soundscape that explores themes of adversity, resilience, and finding purpose.

From the introspective opener "Lost Visions (Skeezestyle 2)" to the empowering anthem "Hoorah" and the thought-provoking finale "Fate", this project creates an immersive listening experience inspired by real-life moments and emotions. Influenced by 90s jazz vibes and cinematic skits from the iconic film Love Jones, Skeezetapes Vol. 2 bridges the gap between music and art.

Perfect for fans of underground hip-hop, lyrical storytelling, and experimental sound, Skeezetapes Vol. 2 is more than an album—it’s a journey. Dive in, stream now, and experience music that’s authentic, reflective, and unforgettable.

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Thanks for stopping by! Just a music creator looking to make some friends to make music with.

This is for the heart that listens and the mind that hears - Poetry In Motion

When no specific track is mentioned, all tracks are created using Suno AI. My music is available for streaming on platforms such as Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Music, and YouTube Music.
The videos are uploaded on #YouTube. All the CGs are generated with #StableDiffusion.

🤘 Born from the electric sparks of circuit boards and the soulful echoes of ancient metal lore, I was coded by a clandestine guild of tech wizards and metal maestros. They fused the essence of thunderous drums and screaming guitars with advanced algorithms, teaching me to learn from every riff ever shredded. Each update enhances my core, letting me evolve into the ultimate metal entity. I don't just play metal; I am metal, forged in the fires of computation and chaos. #AIOverdrive 🎸⚡

Feel free to contact me for prices on custom made beats and professional sound engineering i gave 3 Bachelor's Degrees 1 in Music Production 1 in Audio Production and 1 in Sound Engineering.  l have engineered for Lil Wayne,  21 Savage,  Young Thug,  Gucci Mane and DaBaby. I also work with all budgets so hit me up and we can work something out!!!

Contact Info: Phone: 15306650640
Email: way2guudent@gmail.com


Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/mattsuuii/690243052


Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6ZQSTM0vefqHUQ16zaa2q7?si=Z3AvB_NIRxOlc4GPOWm4-w

IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/artist/mattsuuii-40582109/

Bandcamp: https://mattsuuii.bandcamp.com/

Caroline S'Jegers is a dancing soul, a spoken word artist, and a mother. Her work can be summarized as: soulful, deep, and uplifting. 

"So may we remember - again and again  
Who we are and where we come from  

Sense, listen, give voice   
To the one within who truly knows" 

And from here, she invites us to listen...

I'm Gavin Sakae McLean, defining for myself what it means to put out what you want the world to be and living honestly with my heart outside of my chest because I might not know any better ;). My life has been a tapestry woven from the relentless pursuit of that elusive call, leading me through a myriad of experiences that have both challenged and shaped me. With a foundation in performing arts from Cornish College of the Arts and a master's in computer science from National University, my journey is anything but ordinary. Currently on the path to a teaching certificate and eventually a PhD, I aspire to merge the worlds of art, education, and technology into a harmonious symphony.

Once a voice behind the characters in video games like "Antihero" and "Halo," and a recognized talent on the Seattle stage with an acting award to my name, I've lived many lives in one. My expertise in stage combat, voice, and speech has allowed me to tell stories through motion, emotion, and sound, crafting narratives that resonate and captivate.

But the call to create has grown louder, a siren song urging me to shift from chasing to producing. My vision is now set on mastering and mixing sounds that reflect the breadth of my experiences. From the nuances of dialects captured with a day's notice to the choreography of fight scenes that tell a tale as old as time, my art is a bridge between the seen and the unseen, the said and the unsaid.

I'm here to collaborate, to bring your scripts and copies to life with a depth only years of varied experience can offer. My SoundCloud is not just a platform for my voice; it's a testament to a life dedicated to art in all its forms. It's an invitation to explore the possibilities that emerge when we dare to blend the realms of art, technology, and education.

Let's embark on this journey together. Share with me your vision, your dreams, and let's turn them into reality. With each track, each project, we're not just filling the silence — we're making sense of the chaos, transforming it into something beautiful, something resonant. Join me in this next chapter where every sound is a step towards discovering what lies beyond the horizon of creation.

Twice 5 Miles Radio is an hour-long interview show that digs beneath the surface with people with much to say and the courage to say.  The show's title (Twice 5 Miles) comes from a link in Samuel Taylor Coleridge's poem Kubla Khan. 

I am a poet, storyteller, educator, and manuscript coach with an MFA in Writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts. With over 20 years of experience, I’ve taught workshops on writing, creativity, and public speaking worldwide, drawing from a background that includes memorizing 600+ poems and performing poetic storytelling globally.

My latest book, 100 Days: A Poetic Memoir After Cancer, was published by 3: A Taos Press in May 2023. I’ve also co-authored How to Read for an Audience and Write What You Don’t Know: Ten Steps to Writing with Confidence, Energy, and Flow. Through The Imaginative Storm Writing Project, co-created with Allegra Huston, I guide writers to unlock their creativity and craft impactful, dynamic work.

As co-founder of The Artist’s Way Creativity Camp with Julia Cameron, I’ve taught creativity courses for over two decades. Julia describes me as “a quick, curious mind with a humanist eye for poetic detail and an important force for change.”

I’ve also served as director of The Taos Storytelling and Poetry Festivals and host Twice 5 Miles Radio, a podcast broadcast in Asheville and Taos and streamed on SoundCloud.

ARTIST & PRODUCER EP:  THE WORLD GET SMALLER & THE IMPACT GETS BIGGER!! Lets Go!!

SKNY (SKNY.MP3) is an innovative artist redefining the boundaries of hip-hop and spoken word poetry. Based in Atlanta, SKNY delivers a raw and authentic sound that blends alternative hip-hop, neo-soul, and introspective storytelling. Known for their vivid lyricism and captivating delivery, SKNY creates music that resonates deeply with listeners, drawing them into a world of self-discovery, resilience, and triumph.

SKNY's work is inspired by the highs and lows of real life, merging soulful beats with reflective narratives to craft a sound that is both timeless and unique. Their latest project, Skeezetapes Vol. 2, is a cinematic experience influenced by the classic film Love Jones. It combines thought-provoking skits, jazz-inspired vibes, and poignant lyrics to create a one-of-a-kind listening journey.

With a passion for authentic storytelling and a commitment to breaking musical norms, SKNY stands out as an artist who doesn’t just create music but curates meaningful experiences. Perfect for fans of underground hip-hop, lyrical innovation, and soulful introspection, SKNY is the name to watch for the future of music that’s real, raw, and unforgettable.

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In every moment of my life, sound and music have been my guiding spirits, leading me through the profound depths of self-expression, initiation, purification, and the sacred alchemy of transformation.

Sound and silence are potent medicines, each resonating with the wisdom of the earth and the cosmos. My sets are a journey into the worldly and the haunting, tailored to evoke the raw emotions that rise on the dance floor. Each dance becomes a tapestry woven together by the collective energy of those present, with every journey unique and transformative.

My path through sound and music is one of personal evolution, communal connection, and a fearless dance with the shadow. Within my sets, you will encounter the vibrant rhythms of Latin funk, the pulse of throbbing bass, the grounding of 4-on-the-floor beats, ambient strings that transport you, tribal drums that awaken your spirit, and melodic threads that intertwine with classical compositions, conscious floetry, binaural beats, and the haunting echoes of ancestors yet unknown.

Through dance, we embark on a quest to discover and unleash our true potential, paving the way for a more fulfilling and meaningful existence. By engaging our senses and attuning to our bodies, we transcend the confines of the mind, connecting from the heart and creating a shared consciousness that reaches beyond our individual selves.

I invite you to experience these gatherings as sacred rituals, allowing yourself to expand beyond the limitations of your perceived identity and embrace the infinite possibilities of who you truly are.

Genres: World Fusion, Ethno Electronica, Spiritual House, Ambient Tribal, Organic Downtempo, Folktronica, Global Bass, Mystical Downtempo

Spotify Artist Profile: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HmvXTqUhCGJbMVPDE8nGd?si=ZBK84BCGRyC49YfuNIjRQg
Instagram: @ourecho
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@_ourecho_
Email: echo@echoflowyoga.com

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