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This song is a warm, intimate Christmas love ballad that places personal connection above all the holiday sparkle performed by The Dizzy Jazz Singers and octave plateau. Composed by Gerhard A. Schreiber.

The verses set a festive backdrop of glowing lights, music, and joyful crowds, but the focus quickly turns inward—the real celebration is found in the presence of a loved one. The lyrics emphasize that true Christmas magic isn’t in the decorations, gifts, or traditions, but in the light and warmth reflected in the beloved’s eyes.

The chorus reinforces this theme, comparing that gaze to something brighter and more comforting than candles on a winter night. The message is simple yet heartfelt: with love, all other trimmings become unnecessary.

“Christmas in Your Eyes” is a tender holiday song that blends romance with seasonal spirit, expressing that the deepest joy of Christmas is found in love itself.

Genre Spotify: Smooth Jazz Christmas / Jazzy Holiday Lovesong
Moods: Bittersweet / Dreamy / Reflective / Chrsitmastime
Instruments: Piano, warm basslines, minimal guitar textures
Sounds like: Kylie Minogue / Mariah Carey / George Michael

Here are the lyrics:

[Verse 1]
The lights are strung, the streets aglow,
A festive hum, the world in tow.
But here I stand, the world feels small,
With you, my love, I've got it all.

[Prechorus]
No need for stars to light the skies,
I've got Christmas in your eyes.

[Chorus]
Christmas in your eyes, it shines so bright,
Warmer than candles on a winter night.
No ribbons, no bows, no need to disguise,
I've got all I need—Christmas in your eyes.
 
[Verse 2]
The children sing, their voices soar,
But yours, my dear, I love much more.
The world may dance, may spin and gleam,
But you’re my song, my every dream.

[Prechorus]
No need for bells or lullabies,
I've got Christmas in your eyes.

[Chorus]
Christmas in your eyes, it shines so bright,
Warmer than candles on a winter night.
No ribbons, no bows, no need to disguise,
I've got all I need—Christmas in your eyes.

Christmas in Your Eyes

Made with love and passion.

"Warm Christmas Glow" by Octave Plateau feat. G. A. Schreiber is a rhythmful version of a  Christmas ballad that captures the cozy intimacy of the holiday season. Gentle melodies and soulful phrasing weave together like candlelight flickering across a quiet room, while the lyrics paint warm images of laughter, love, and timeless togetherness.

Rather than focusing on glitter or grandeur, the song highlights the true spirit of Christmas—moments of connection, shared memories, and the simple joy of being close to the people who matter most. With its soft groove and heartfelt vocals, "Warm Christmas Glow" wraps the listener in a tender atmosphere, like a fireside embrace that lingers long after the final note.

Perfect for holiday evenings, gatherings with loved ones, or as a soundtrack to quiet reflection, this track embodies the essence of smooth jazz charm blended with Christmas magic.

Here are the lyrics:

[Verse]
Candles flicker on the mantel high
Whispers of joy fill the air so light
The clock keeps ticking but we don’t mind
Hearts are full
And time feels kind

[Chorus]
Oh
The warm Christmas glow
It wraps us up
It won’t let go
Around the fire
Love will grow
Oh
The warm Christmas glow

[Verse 2]
Laughter echoes down the quiet hall
Pictures hung
They’ve seen it all
The smell of spice
It pulls me near
Every moment feels so clear

[Prechorus]
Hands to hold
Dreams to share
A simple wish
We’re all right there

[Chorus]
Oh
The warm Christmas glow
It wraps us up
It won’t let go
Around the fire
Love will grow
Oh
The warm Christmas glow

[Bridge]
No need for silver
No need for gold
This love we’ve found is wealth untold
The songs we sing
They fill the night
Hearts alight
Shining bright

Warm Christmas Glow Rhythm

Shake It Off - Taylor Swift Remix
Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67MLlhqlFvk

Shake(3)  - Taylor Swift Remix

House vom Phippo im Frigo. Wild, zügig und voller Groove!

Frigo im Hive

[Verse 1]
8 a.m. lecture, I’m in the back row
Staring at your profile, the one that I know
Doodling your name in the margins of my notes
Calculus and crushes, a dangerous dose

[Pre-Chorus]
I check my schedule, I map the route you take
The library exit, for goodness sake
Got a whole plan just to say your name
Yeah, this is stupid, it's a losing game

[Chorus]
But they don’t even know what I’m going through
I waited for you outside, just for the view
Yesterday, on the way to school
But you did not show, am I just a fool?
Walking through the rain
Crying, but what can I do
They don’t know I’m so in love with you
But you never show, no, you never do

[Verse 2]
You took the other staircase, didn’t you see me?
Spilled my coffee, a total tragedy
My friends are laughing, they think it's just a slip
But it was my one chance, right there on my lip

[Pre-Chorus]
And I see you talking, with all of your friends
Is my story over before it begins?
My heartbeat’s drumming, a frantic S.O.S
Got to abort mission, it's a total mess

[Chorus]
But they don’t even know what I’m going through
I waited for you outside, just for the view
Yesterday, on the way to school
But you did not show, am I just a fool?
Walking through the rain
Crying, but what can I do
They don’t know I’m so in love with you
But you never show, no, you never do

[Bridge]
I should stop you
And tell you how I feel
Make this daydream finally real
But I don’t know… I don’t know…
One deep breath is all it’s gonna take!

[Chorus]
'Cause they don’t even know what I’m going through!
I waited for you outside, just for the view!
Yesterday, on the way to school!
But you did not show, and I'm breaking the rules!
Walking through the rain
Smiling, 'cause what can I do?
Soon you'll know I'm so in love with you!
Yeah, I'm gonna show, yeah, I'm gonna show you!

[Outro]
I'm gonna show you…
Yeah, I'm so in love with you.

You Never Show

Méditation des Jeunes, 26 Octobre 2025, "Swifty"

This is a song for those who still believe. For the ones who’ve marched, served, protested, prayed, and stayed, through chaos, division, and doubt. Ellis Veil sings not to take sides, but to unveil what’s worth saving: a country where families thrive, streets stay clean, and freedom means both safety and soul.

With echoes of pop clarity and spoken-word resolve, this track blends mythic storytelling with modern truth. It’s for the purple-haired dreamers and the flag-waving patriots. For those who want justice without rage, order without oppression, and unity without erasure.

Whether you’re rebuilding, resisting, or just remembering what home should feel like this is your anthem.  
Restoration music. Emotional clarity. A freer tomorrow.

Stand Tall (Red, White, and True)

Taylor

[Verse 1]
City lights drip like honey on the boulevard,
She steps in the room, every heart on guard.
Lips painted venom, a predator's grin,
Every glance she gives feels like a mortal sin.
Heels click sharp, rhythm cuts through the haze,
She owns the night, a siren in the maze.

[Chorus]
Uptown girl, spinning my world,
Diamonds and pearls, but she’s the real swirl.
Uptown girl, the queen of the night,
Stealing my breath under neon light.

[Verse 2]
She got a strut smoother than velvet ropes,
Voice drips rich, syrup-soaked hopes.
Eyes like daggers, they pierce through the smoke,
Heart in her hands, she’s the cruelest joke.
Glittered fingertips leave trails on my skin,
A game I can’t win, but I dive right in.

[Chorus]
Uptown girl, spinning my world,
Diamonds and pearls, but she’s the real swirl.
Uptown girl, the queen of the night,
Stealing my breath under neon light.

[Bridge]
Whispers echo in the corners, soft and low,
Promises laced with the things I’ll never know.
She’s a dream, she’s a ghost, she’s a haunting refrain,
Her laughter’s the thunder before the rain.

[Chorus]
Uptown girl, spinning my world,
Diamonds and pearls, but she’s the real swirl.
Uptown girl, the queen of the night,
Stealing my breath under neon light.

Uptown Girl

Careless Fires is emotionally honest music that blends lyrics written straight from the lived experience of lyricist Amanda French with AI-generated soundscapes and vocals. Themes of darkness, healing, and personal transformation carry throughout, touching on both inner struggles and social truths. With a mix of raw emotion, inspiring energy, and body-moving beats, Careless Fires invites listeners into a space that feels vulnerable, creative, and deeply human.

Ellis Veil is an artist and citizen of conviction, believing in lawful belonging, emotional clarity, and the restoration of national dignity. This voice rises not in anger, but in resolve—a signal for those who still believe in truth, honor, and the promise of a freer and safer tomorrow.

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octave plateau – music by Gerhard Andreas Schreiber

Gerhard Andreas Schreiber. Since the 1980s,  composing and producing music under the name octave plateau. What began in the shadowed clubs of the post-punk era and the neon-lit pulse of the Neue Deutsche Welle has grown into a lifelong journey through diverse soundscapes and emotions.

Back then, working with artists like Markus, capturing the spirit of a generation in transition – between analog grit and melodic futurism. But the musical path didn’t stop there.

Today, octave plateau bridges four distinct yet emotionally intertwined genres:

Smooth Jazz – music like warm light on late-night streets; gentle grooves, atmospheric chords, and melodies that breathe and linger. It’s the sound of reflection and release, crafted with subtlety and soul.

New Wave – shimmering synths, melancholic harmonies, and rhythm-driven storytelling. A style rooted in the 80s, but constantly reinterpreted to reflect the tension and beauty of the now.

Deutscher Schlager – emotional, melodic, and lyrical. I approach this genre with both respect and reinvention – drawing from its traditions while reshaping its form for contemporary ears.

Neue Deutsche Welle (NDW) – raw, ironic, and rhythmic. NDW has always been the rebellious heart of octave plateau, combining German lyrics with electronic textures, punk aesthetics, and a dose of playful absurdity.

In 2024, these songs – some newly written, others rediscovered and reimagined – are being produced in the octave plateau studio in Berlin. Here, the past and the present meet in harmony and friction. Analog synthesizers hum alongside digital clarity. Stories unfold in every track – sometimes with a wink, sometimes with a sigh.

octave plateau is not just a musical alias. It’s a lifelong project, a personal archive, and a sonic playground. Welcome to a place where genres speak to one another – and where every note has a memory.

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