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The Melissae were the bee priestesses of the temple of Demeter, in ancient Greece, responsible for the pollination of sex magic to initiate the kings and rulers.

Words vocals and cover art by Annie Dieu-Le-Veut

Lyrics:

I don’t know how you
Got through my guard dogs,
My electric fences,
My watchtowers
Sweeping the wastes
With their searchlights,
And my barbed wire
Minefields.

Maybe you tunnelled up 
From the Underworld.
Digging your way
Through The Wasteland
Of the long dead poets
With their yellowed scripts,
The sleeping Rulers
And dried up whores.
Through the bleak nights
Of sorrow.

How long were you down there,
Counting the rhymes
And the reasons,
Casting the Katha and
Catching the cadence
Of the old bards’ drums?
Juggling the genes, and
Scanning a measure,
The apis, the apex
The apogee of the helix,
Or a metre, a ladder
To bring you out
Into the Sun.

That would explain why
I didn’t see you until
It was too late.
I was sipping mead
With Ah Muzen Cab 
When you reared up, 
Hooded, at my lap.
“No mortal man has 
Ever Me unveiled,” I warned. 
“Sup from my jar,
And you die.”
With barely a beat 
You lifted my veil
And took what was yours.

© Copyright Annie Dieu-Le-Veut, Samhain 2023

Music: Meditative Oud 112719 by Daniel Yan on Pixabay 

Further information:
"Bee shamanism may be one of the oldest human religions. The bee, as a shamanic totem, is incredibly ancient. Bringers of honey, the bee's spiritual meaning is beneficence, co-operation and bounty. An essentially matriarchal society, a colony of bees consists of around 50k female bees at the height of summer, with around 500 drones and one single egg layer in the darkness, the Queen. 

"Tantalisingly, a Queen Bee knows how to make the sperm meet her eggs, and some of the most prominent of the Melissae rituals involve fertility enhancing and diminishing meditations and herbs.

"Could it be that these women deliberately grew and strengthened the polis (city-state) studying bees?  Were their actions pro-polis designed to protect them against invasion? (Bees make propolis from wax and tree resins to insulate and inoculate the hive) And when they were left behind when men went off to fight, were they empowered by their ability to sting?" 

Extract from Meeting the Melissae: The Ancient Greek Priestesses of the Goddess Demeter, with kind permission from its author Elizabeth Ashley. Get the book here: https://tinyurl.com/2s3myfeh

The Song of the Melissae Bee Priestess

Classic Rock :

Empty streets and faded signs
Whisper tales of better times
Memories like autumn leaves
Scattered by a mournful breeze
I walk alone, my steps unsure
Through the mist of what we were

The ghosts of yesterday
Haunt every word we didn't say

We are the ghosts of yesterday
Shadows of what we used to be
Echoes of laughter, traces of tears
Fading like smoke through the years

In this twilight of regret
We're not ready to forget
The ghosts of yesterday
Still have so much left to say
Empty streets and faded signs

Whisper tales of better times
Memories like autumn leaves
Scattered by a mournful breeze
I walk alone, my steps unsure
Through the mist of what we were

The ghosts of yesterday
Haunt every word we didn't say

We are the ghosts of yesterday
Shadows of what we used to be
Echoes of laughter, traces of tears
Fading like smoke through the years
In this twilight of regret
We're not ready to forget
The ghosts of yesterday
Still have so much left to say

Old photographs in sepia tones
Remind me of the life we've known
Your smile frozen in time
When your hand was held in mine
Now I reach but grasp the air
Wishing you were still right there

The ghosts of yesterday
Linger in the price we pay

The ghosts of yesterday
Linger in the price we pay
Echoes of laughter, traces of tears
Fading like smoke through the years
In this twilight of regret
We're not ready to forget
The ghosts of yesterday
Still have so much left to say

As the sun sets on our past
We'll make these memories last
For the ghosts of yesterday
Guide us on our separate ways

Ghosts of Yesterday

"Starlight Scavengers" is a powerful rock anthem that blends classic rock sensibilities with modern production values. Drawing inspiration from legendary acts like Fleetwood Mac and The Rolling Stones, this track weaves a haunting tale of love and resilience in a broken world. Rich vocal harmonies, soaring guitar solos, and a driving rhythm section pay homage to the golden age of rock while carving out a unique sonic identity.

The track builds from atmospheric verses through emotionally charged pre-choruses to an explosive chorus, supported by layers of electric and acoustic guitars, thunderous drums, and melodic keyboard textures. The addition of trumpet adds an unexpected dimension to the arrangement, while the Dolby Atmos (available on Apple Music ) mix creates an immersive sonic landscape that enhances the post-apocalyptic narrative.

For fans of: Fleetwood Mac, The Rolling Stones, Florence + The Machine, and anyone who appreciates storytelling through music that combines raw emotion with polished production.

LYRICS:
Under skies of ash and ember, where stars struggle to shine
We roam the broken landscape, your hand held tight in mine
Scavenging for moments, in a world turned upside down
Finding beauty in the wreckage, of this ghost-riddled town

We're collectors of lost dreams, archaeologists of hope
In this wasteland of tomorrow, we've learned to cope

Starlight scavengers, in a world gone dark
Piecing together a future, from the past's broken parts
With every step we take, through this ruined paradise
We're building our own constellation, our love will suffice

In the shadow of fallen towers, where ambition once held sway
We craft our own utopia, at the end of each day
From shards of shattered windows, we build a kaleidoscope
Transforming our reflection, into a prism of hope

We're alchemists of sorrow, turning pain to gold
In the crucible of our hearts, a new world to mold

And when the night seems endless, and the path ahead unclear
I'll navigate by the light in your eyes, and the warmth of you near
For in this desolate beauty, where old rules no longer apply
We've found a truth eternal, a love that will never die

So let us keep on searching, for fragments of the light
In each shard of broken dreams, our love burns ever bright
For though the world lies shattered, our spirits remain whole
Two starlight scavengers, on an endless patrol

Starlight scavengers, in a world gone dark
Piecing together a future, from the past's broken parts
With every step we take, through this ruined paradise
We're building our own constellation, our love will suffice


In the twilight of humanity, where chaos reigns supreme
We've found our own galaxy, in this post-apocalyptic dream
Starlight scavengers, forever you and I
Crafting hope from stardust, beneath this ashen sky

Starlight Scavengers

He was just looking for his salvation, and they all came, extending a hand.
We can get you on track, nothing holding you back. Just listen to the plan.
With options so many, he wondered, is what they’re telling me real?
They all gave the steps to take my life back, but nobody asks how I feel.
He rejects everything this world expects.

There were times that the world was all rosy, no one can say where or when.
But sometimes it fell and it all went to hell, fighting those demons within.
And so he avoided decisions. Anything’s fine, I don’t care.
From the outside it sure looked like he tried, but inside the clouds were still there.
He rejects everything this world expects.

Dreams, they say, are a window to the soul
A map to where you’ve been.
When the dreams just take off and leave a hole,
Sometimes you just fall in.

So the lesson to learn, if there is one, is that life is complex, and it knows,
You can plan and predict, control and restrict, label and put into rows.
But all stories are not happy endings, if yours are, rejoice it made sense.
When your story is shared, relived and compared, not all will take offense.
He rejects everything this world expects.

Expectations (Song for Travis)

"Shifting Sands" - A psychedelic journey through time and consciousness, where Pink Floyd meets modern indie folk-rock. This introspective piece weaves together shimmering guitars, ethereal piano melodies, and dynamic percussion to create a dreamlike atmosphere where reality and imagination intertwine. A meditation on memory, transformation, and eternal love, brought to life through layered instrumentation and haunting harmonies.

Lyrics:
In empty rooms of yesterday
The mirrors still reflect our ways
Each fragment tells of different changes
All we knew to rearrange
And in the silence of the dawn
When shadows paint what's gone
We trace the lines that led us here
Beyond the wall of fear
On the other side of forever
Where the old dreams sleep
We found each other in the ether
In waters running deep
Running deep...
The world outside is growing old
Its stories left untold
But in your eyes I recognize
The light that never dies
Like distant stars that guide us home
Through fields we've never known
While time dissolves the walls between
What's real and what we dream
And as the old world slips away
Into shades of grey
We build our castle in the sky
Where love refuses to die
Can you hear the sound?
Of circles closing round
While somewhere in the distance
Time is breaking down
Breaking down...
Breaking down...
So here we stand on shifting sand
Two souls who understand
That in this space between the lines
Where reason intertwines
With fragments of forgotten days
We'll find our own escape
Through doors that only dreamers see
When love sets madness free
On the other side of forever
Where lost souls find their way
We'll dance between the never
And the light of dying day
Till time itself surrenders
To the games that lovers play


Featuring rich layers of acoustic and electric guitars, atmospheric piano, dynamic percussion, with touches of brass and banjo weaving through the sonic landscape. Perfect for fans of classic psychedelic rock who appreciate modern indie sensibilities.

Shifting Sands

I was empty before I knew your name
A ghost in the crowd, a flicker, a flame
You walked in like the night took shape
Breath like thunder, hands like fate

And the air got thick, and the world leaned in
Something in your eyes pulled me under my skin
No words, no touch, but I swore I knew
Something in me was starving for you

Oh, hunger, hunger-deep in my bones
A whisper, a shiver, a place I call home
No mercy, no warning, no way to pretend
I was starving before, and I’ll starve till the end

Your voice runs through me like a half-lit prayer
Every syllable laced with the weight of the air
I reach, I retreat, but I never let go
You are the question I’ll never outgrow

And the room stands still, and the night leans close
Something in the dark knows what I know
No words, no touch, but the fire still grew
Something in me was burning for you

Oh, hunger, hunger-deep in my bones
A whisper, a shiver, a place I call home
No mercy, no warning, no way to pretend
I was starving before, and I’ll starve till the end

Oh, I could run, I could hide
Turn my back on the pull, on the tide
But some things, they don't fade
Some ghosts, they don’t behave
And hunger, hunger-it never forgave

Hunger, hunger-deep in my bones
A whisper, a shiver, a place I call home
No mercy, no warning, no way to pretend
I was starving before, and I’ll starve till the end

I was empty before I knew your name...
Still starving now... still starving now...

Hunger, Hunger

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(Lyrics)

Don’t call my phone I don’t want to be bothered, I’ve seen rough days I keep emotions bottled, life is too short sometimes I go full throttle, homegirl broke my heart I treated her like a model, but I know, I gotta keep going I can’t idle, I could tell crazy stories cause von is my idol, I shouldn’t tell you my side of being suicidal, this world is cold the devil is my only rival, that’s why venting thru my pen is so vital, I’ll only stop when I lose my vitals, I remember crying low, inside dying slow, feelings idk… I’m hiding those, guess that’s what I’m supposed to do, my friends know me but everyone else gets an overview, this was overdue, I can’t lose, this is greatness not a fluke…
(where did you go, you took my heart away now I’m dying slow, I feel so alone asking where did you go, I weathered the storm so much but this world is still to cold, DaZhon where did you go)
the man in the mirror is telling me I can do better, I don’t see competition because I tend to view them as lesser, school of hard knocks I’m the professor, enough metaphors and the similes, I’m just asking me…
(where did you go, you took my heart away now I’m dying slow, I feel so alone asking where did you go, I weathered the storm so much but this world is still to cold, DaZhon where did you go)


- Da’Zhon Davis.
Striving For Greatness

Where Did U Go

"Phoenix Song" weaves together elements of folk rock and singer-songwriter traditions to tell a haunting love story set against a post-apocalyptic backdrop. The track's rich instrumental landscape features layered piano, strings, and driving bass guitar, creating an atmospheric foundation for powerful male vocals. From intimate verses to soaring choruses, this romantic ballad captures the essence of hope and resilience in the face of devastation. The emotional journey moves between quiet reflection and passionate declarations, making it a perfect addition to playlists featuring narrative-driven folk rock and emotional indie ballads.
Genre: Singer-Songwriter, Folk Rock, Alternative
Mood: Romantic, Melancholic, Atmospheric


In the ashes of old dreams, where hope seemed to expire
We found a spark between us, igniting a new fire
Your eyes reflected starlight, in a sky obscured by haze
Together we'll rise phoenix-like, from these apocalypse days


From the rubble of the old world, we'll build something new
A love that defies destruction, a bond forever true


We're rising from the ashes, our love a guiding light
Phoenix in the wasteland, we'll set this world alight
Hand in hand we'll face it all, whatever may befall
In this brave new world we've found, love conquers all


Through rad storms and ruin, we've learned to navigate
Each challenge we encounter, serves to make our bond more great
In the silence of dead cities, our heartbeats synchronize
A rhythm of survival, as we touch these toxic skies

[Bridge 2]
From the remnants of the past, we forge our destiny
A future bright with promise, just you and me

[Chorus]
We're rising from the ashes, our love a guiding light
Phoenix in the wasteland, we'll set this world alight
Hand in hand we'll face it all, whatever may befall
In this brave new world we've found, love conquers all, conquers all


And when the night grows darkest, when hope seems far away
We'll be each other's sunrise, dawn of a brand new day
For in this desolation, we've found our paradise
Two hearts forever entwined, we'll pay any price


Let the old world fade to legend, let history turn to dust
We'll write our own epic story, built on love and trust
For though the earth lies wounded, our spirits remain strong
In this post-apocalyptic ballad, we'll sing our phoenix song, phoenix song


We're rising from the ashes, our love a guiding light
Phoenix in the wasteland, we'll set this world alight
Hand in hand we'll face it all, whatever may befall
In this brave new world we've found, love conquers all


From the ashes we rise, stronger than before
Our love the flames that guide us, forevermore
Phoenix rising, in this world reborn
A testament to love, in the apocalypse dawn

Phoenix Song

Remember When

This song is for everyone that has ever dreamed of sailing the ocean, of adventure on the water, of living life wild and free...

Armchair Sailor

why do you ask

In the vast expanse of the cosmos, Earth, a tiny blue planet on the outskirts of the Milky Way, lies silent, its cities in ruins, its people long gone. As a time traveller and musician, I am drawn to this world, to the echoes of a civilisation that reached for the stars but fell short, consumed by an ambition they could neither control nor fully understand.
Through my music, I seek to capture the essence of this lost era, particularly the turbulent times around 2070, when humanity's fate hung in the balance. Each song is a journey through time, a sonic exploration of the apocalyptic moments when everything changed, guided by the haunting melodies and atmospheric soundscapes that paint a vivid picture of a world on the brink of collapse.
As I wander through the abandoned streets and desolate landscapes, I find inspiration in the remnants of human culture - the unfinished symphonies in empty concert halls, the silence that hangs heavy in recording studios where hit songs were once crafted. The music becomes a conduit for the stories that linger in these spaces, tales of dreams pursued and hopes shattered.
In the rhythms of nature reclaiming the cities, I hear a powerful message - that all things must pass, that even the grandest of human achievements are impermanent. This truth resonates through my compositions, serving as a reminder of our own fragility and the need for humility in the face of the universe's vast mysteries.
Each track  is a warning, a cautionary tale wrapped in sound and emotion. They speak of the paths we may tread if we are not vigilant, the dreams that may crumble if we are not wise. Through music, I forge a connection that transcends time and space, inviting listeners to explore the echoes of a vanished world and heed the lessons hidden within.
Join me on this sonic odyssey through the remnants of Earth's final days, a journey that will leave you questioning our place in the cosmos and the legacy we leave behind. Let the music be your guide as we navigate the ruins of a civilisation that dared to dream big but ultimately succumbed to its own hubris - a fate we must strive to avoid as we venture forth into the unknown.

Phoenix Song

World Without Humans

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