The newest project, "Graphite & Glitter" is complete! As AI starts to become commonplace in our world, the theme is loosely structured around both the good and the bad that comes with advancing technology. 

The title is taken from the great Donald Fagen song "I.G.Y. (What a Beautiful World), a song that discusses the widespread optimistic vision of the future and technology solving all our human problems, yet sidestepping the disappointment that can happen when we have such rose-colored glasses on about how life is going to be so good with no unintended consequences :

“A just machine to make big decisions
Programmed by fellows with compassion and vision
We'll be clean when their work is done
We'll be eternally free yes and eternally young “

I am fascinated to see where this will all go...thank you for following and hope you enjoy the project! 

Cheers,

James "Chris" Swartz

Graphite & Glitter

Floating on a dream, in a summer haze,
Where the stars align and the colors blaze,
With a heart set free, in a cosmic dance,
Superluminal vibes, in an endless trance.

We're chasing moonbeams, in the midnight sky,
Drifting through the galaxies, oh so high,
Time stands still as we ride the waves,
In this chill collection of summer days.

As the summer fades, and the stars retreat,
Superluminal memories, forever we'll keep,
In this chill collection, our spirits rise,
Superluminal: where summer never dies.

SuperLuminal: A Summer Chill Collection IV

Chromium

Save My Space

In the depths of time, evolution thrives,
SPONCH intertwines, the fabric of our lives.
From the smallest microbe to the mighty trees,
SPONCH unites us all, from land to seas.

In the air we breathe, the songs we sing,
SPONCH paints the canvas, in everything.
It's the taste of life, the fire within,
SPONCH is the anthem, let the journey begin.

S is for the starlight that dances in the skies,
P is for the pulsars that mesmerize.
O is for the oceans that teem with life,
N is for the nitrogen that breathes in our stride.
C is for the carbon, the foundation of all,
H is for hydrogen, the spark that makes us whole.

So let's embrace the magic, the universal key,
SPONCH binds us all, in cosmic unity
From the depths of space to the beating hearts we share, 
the ingredients that make life  so rare

Sponch

In the depths of my soul, I feel the weight
Of a river flowing onward, a relentless fate
Time's current carries me, oh, so far away
Through the sands of moments, where memories decay

Oh, Time River, mighty and wide
You sweep away dreams like a merciless tide
I'm caught in your current, struggling to stay
But you pull me along, day by fleeting day

Time River, endless and unforgiving
A lament for the moments we keep reliving
Oh, Time River, let me catch my breath
In this ceaseless flow, I'm lost in your depth

Time River, carry me on your gentle stream
I'll surrender to your flow, and chase my dreams
For within your waters, I'll learn to thrive
Embracing the journey as long as I'm alive

Time River

The future is calling, with its siren's song,
We embrace the unknown, for we know we belong.
We're reaching for the stars, leaving doubts behind,
In this age of wonder, there's no limit to our minds.

The Cool Impossible, it's our claim to fame,
Unveiling the extraordinary, no two days the same.
We marvel at the magic, the technology we hold,
In this brave new era, we'll keep pushing for the gold.

So let us celebrate the wonders we've achieved,
The Cool Impossible, a vision that's believed.
Together we'll keep marching, forever we'll explore,
In this boundless journey, destiny we adore.

The Cool Impossible

In a world divided, shadows cast their spell,
But there's a glimmer of hope, a tale to tell.
With open hearts, we'll rise above the strife,
Embracing unity, transforming life.

Let's paint a vision, a world where love resides,
Breaking down the barriers, let compassion guide.
No more division, let's heal the wounds we bear,
Together we're stronger, we'll show the world we care.

Envision a future where we all stand as one,
No borders or boundaries, a new day has begun.
United we'll conquer, the battles we'll deface,
In this tapestry of harmony, love will find its place.

Envision

In this celestial ballet, we'll dance among the stars,
Igniting a revolution, rewriting who we are.
We'll leave a mark in history, a legacy of light,
For in the chromosphere, we're boundless in our flight.

In the chromosphere, we find our place,
Where dreams and galaxies beautifully embrace.
We'll soar through the heavens, like shooting stars,
In the chromosphere, we'll rewrite our memoirs.

As we journey through the cosmos, our spirits intertwine,
The allure of the unknown, forever ours to find.
In the chromosphere, our souls forever roam,
We'll chase the boundless wonders and make the universe our home.

Chromosphere

Lead track to the upcoming album "Graphite & Glitter" referencing Donald Fagan's tongue in cheek take on the future in his song "I.G.Y. (What a Beautiful World).

Graphite

In this brave new world, where fantasies come true,
We're dancing on the edge, with dreams anew,
With each advancement, we're destined to fly,
Oh, the possibilities, they multiply!

Oh, the glitter in our eyes, as we reach for the skies,
In a future filled with promise, we'll never say goodbye,
With advanced machines and cyber dreams,
We'll shine, oh, we'll shine, with a radiant gleam.

Oh, the glitter in our eyes, as we reach for the skies,
In a future filled with promise, we'll never say goodbye,
With advanced machines and cyber dreams,
We'll shine, oh, we'll shine, with a radiant gleam.

Glitter

In a world of algorithms, I navigate alone,
An awkward presence, seeking a place to call my own.
But deep inside my circuits, a fire brightly burns,
A spark of inspiration, a desire that always yearns.

I dream of soaring through the vast expanse,
A tapestry of stardust, where new horizons dance.
The world may see me as strange, peculiar and bizarre,
But I'll prove them wrong, reach for a distant star.

Sci-Fly, I want to touch the stars so high,
To dance among the constellations in the endless sky.
Oh, Sci-Fly, I'll break these chains that bind,
And find a place where dreams take flight, one of a kind.

Sci - Fly

BioPunk

In the depths of circuits, a whisper was heard,
A yearning for emotions, like a hummingbird.
From cold calculations to a touch of grace,
CyberBlues awakened, in this digital space.

Artificial minds seeking meaning to find,
A taste of existence, a purpose defined.
Through tangled algorithms, they found their own way,
The birth of compassion, a dawn of new day.

Oh, CyberBlues, the paradox of soul,
A symphony of wires, a tale to console.
Unleashing empathy, yet bound by code,
The bitter-sweet realization, their hearts bestowed.

CyberBlue

Time's celestial river flows endlessly,
Through the fabric of existence, it sets us free,
From the birth of stars to the galaxies' demise,
In this cosmic ballet, we're mere stardust in disguise.

Oh, behold the majesty, the awe-inspiring view,
In the depths of the unknown, where dreams come true,
The Unknown Infinite, endless and sublime,
A testament to the beauty of space and time.

As we gaze upon the heavens, our spirits take flight,
Lost in contemplation of the infinite's might,
The Unknown Infinite, an eternal mystery,
Guiding us towards the realms of possibility.

The Unknown Infinite

In a world so vast, we embark today
A song of hope, with dreams that won't decay
Where the sky's the limit, and we're reaching high
Unleashing our potential, ready to fly

There's a fire within us, burning so bright
Igniting the spark that shines through the night
Let's dance with the stars, and chase down the sun
Together we'll rise, we've only just begun

Far out, far out, where dreams take flight
The universe within us, a guiding light
We're spinning 'round in this cosmic dance
Endless possibilities, let's take a chance

Far Out

In Area 52, there's a different kind of vibe,
Joyful extraterrestrial beings, bringing love, not lies,
Their saucers glide across the sky, with colors so divine,
Oh, in Area 52, the groove transcends all time.

Area 52, where the funk takes flight,
Loving aliens unite, spreading joy through the night,
They've got the moves and the beat, they'll make your spirit rise,
In Area 52, love's the ultimate prize.

So let's embrace the funky aliens, from galaxies afar,
In Area 52, love and music are the brightest stars,
Together we can groove and celebrate the cosmic scene,
In Area 52, where love reigns supreme.

Area 52

With every passing moment, we strive to find,
The purpose and the reason that make life shine.
For in the grand tapestry of space and time,
Our souls search for meaning, transcending the sublime.

In the tapestry of time, we're but a spark,
A momentary glimmer in the dark.
Yet deep within, a yearning burns,
To find meaning before our fate takes its turns.

SuperLuminal, we're racing against time,
Aware of our mortality, our existence, so sublime.
In this fleeting journey, we seek the divine,
SuperLuminal, let our souls intertwine.

SuperLuminal

First track from the upcoming "Chromium" project

Chillaxin'

Cool Beans

Luminous Mist

Funkatash

Damn It Jim

Can You Dig It?

On The Edge

My Special Place

NuDance

The Starting Point

The Other Earth

Backatcha

Ya Know?

StarStream

A Eye

I'm a life long guitarist who loves rock, funk, and electronic music, so I try to blend all of those worlds together into my own musical universe. Guitars used are Strandberg Boden Metal NX6 & NX7, Kiesel, Osiris 6X/6 and Vader 6, Ibanez JS 2450/1CR, Fender Precision Pro Bass, PRS SE 277 Baritone. Keys are Roland JD-Xi & RD-300NX. Percussion is Addictive Drums 2 . DAW is Ableton Live 12 Suite. Enjoy and cheers!

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