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BLACK SWAN (But I Know There is More to Life) – Pink Turns Blue
“Η εκπληκτική μελωδία πυροδοτεί τα συναισθήματα μου και με ένα μοναδικό τρόπο απελευθερώνει προς τα έξω την εγκλωβισμένη ενέργεια μου. Τα αισθαντικά και πληθωρικά φωνητικά μιλούν κατευθείαν στην καρδιά μου και γίνονται τόσο αγαπημένα και οικεία. Ο ροκ ρυθμός με μια ήρεμη δύναμη απογειώνει τις αισθήσεις και μυστηριακά προκαλεί μια απίστευτη ευεξία.”
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Lyrics of Pink Turns Blue – BLACK SWAN (But I Know There is More to Life)
While I do feel ok
Have many good friends
Have a really good time at times
While I travel the earth
See the wonders of world
Chill in the sunshine
Fancy reading and learning
Understand the universe
Make a living alright
Seems like nothing’s missing
I can make ends meet
While I’m biding my time
But I Know There Is More to Life
When I look around
See people passing
A face of despair
When I look at you
Can see your sad eyes
In search of substance
There might be many ways
To cope with boredom
Or mere exhaustion
There might be many ways
To entertain
Or numb the senses
But I Know There Is More to Life
I’m trying hard
Not to waste my time
With too easy lies
I’m trying hard
To make sense of it all
Without excuses
I’m trying hard
To make a difference
Leave a mark in this world
I try to be part
Of something useful
Of any relevance
Cause I Know There Is More to Life
Additional information/sources for Pink Turns Blue – BLACK SWAN (But I Know There is More to Life)
Explores life’s purpose and reflections at its end—did you love, give, and search for meaning? With existential musings, it ponders the impact of love and goodness on our lives.
The song “Pink Turns Blue – BLACK SWAN (But I Know There is More to Life)” is released by ORDEN Records
Song Sources for “Pink Turns Blue – BLACK SWAN (But I Know There is More to Life)”:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/49gLIfrX77eLpaNgiiLbnR
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukMvH-F85RA
CoSuZZ – La’Dell
“Ethnic vocals feels so blissful and dreamy, along with atmospheric synth themes creates wonderful and catchy vibe. Very addictive harmonic structure, specially with arpeggiator sounds that are layered together so well. Smooth but still very club oriented groove adds more depth into this lovely progressive track. ”
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Old Lucia Song – Per Thornberg
“Ethereal melodies and gentle textures with this enchanting and soothing song. Its harmonic structure brings depth of emotions with every sound. Perfect organ progression fits perfectly with saxophone themes as a lead instrument. Melancholic but still beautiful electric guitar solo just lifts this song into the new heights.”
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Additional information/sources for Per Thornberg – Old Lucia Song
A fresh jazz rendition of the classic Swedish carol, blending soulful saxophone, piano, bass, and drums in a smooth bossa nova style. Perfect for a cozy holiday vibe.
The song “Per Thornberg – Old Lucia Song” is released by ELITIST • A Division of Strawtown
Song Sources for “Per Thornberg – Old Lucia Song”:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/2QWEWYJtR1kDdwEyKZvY58
Quite Simple – Olivia Reid
“Catchy guitar riff from the start, pulls you into this song instantly. Her lead vocal feels soft and very dreamy. Background themes and guitars builds an amazing structure. Slower rhythmic structure and drums drums are perfectly matched with the songs beautiful style. Lead guitar theme is something every listener need to pay attention.”
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Lyrics of Olivia Reid – Quite Simple
QUITE SIMPLE
Written by Olivia Reid ( contact@oliviareid.com)
© 2024 Olivia Reid and Breeze Street Media, LLC
See an old man walkin,
And suddenly we’re talkin’,
He tells stories of his days in Rome,
He’s wandered Spain and swam in Greece
And tasted Japanese cuisine
And studied archeology in the tombs
So I had to ask, man
How’d you manage all that?
He tossed his head back and laughed
Said it’s really quite simple
It’s really quite easy
It’s really quite open
open-ended and free
When nobody’s come for ya, no
Nobody’s gonna say, you’re doin’ it wrong
It’s really quite long, this life
And everything comes with time
(ooo)
So I left him thinkin,
How heavy I’d been sinkin,
Trying to hold the whole world to my chest
My mind is a windmill spinning
With no end and no beginning,
Thinking every day has to be my best
Will it come to pass,
When I stop all that,
And toss my head back and laugh
Say it’s really quite simple
It’s really quite easy
It’s really quite open
Open ended and free
Nobody’s come for me, no
Nobody gonna say, I’m doin’ it wrong
It’s really quite long, this life
And everything comes with time
(ooo)
Additional information/sources for Olivia Reid – Quite Simple
Reassures listeners with a comforting message amidst life’s chaos. Inspired by a heartfelt conversation about slowing down and living fully. Warm, autumnal vibes akin to Father John Misty and Maggie Rogers.
The song “Olivia Reid – Quite Simple” is released by Head Bitch Music
Song Sources for “Olivia Reid – Quite Simple”:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/5ff5xyh4tpB1IBKBBSZ9Jc
Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/track/3036091181
Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/TR:138391918
Kaleidoscope – Eastcliff
“Smooth mood and easy listening sounds that are layered with blissful lead vocal. His voice is really enjoyable and soft. Mixture of styles are done so well within the arrangement and the fit together so well, especially with atmosphere it have. Flow of the song is perfect, with every sound or instrument used.”
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Lyrics of Eastcliff – Kaleidoscope
How has it been, Delicate skin
Living in your soft pink world
Has it been warm, after the storm?
Or is it a cold sun swell?
Patterns in the sand, did it go as planned?
Or was it all just washed away
I’m sorry I never wrote you a love song
Until you were already gone
But look how the light shines through
My kaleidoscope of colors for you
Among the shattered glass
I hope you find a rainbow
And glue it all back together
Look how the light shines through
Kaleidoscope of colors
That’s my love for you
I’m sorry I never wrote you a love song
Until you were already gone
But look how the light shines through
My kaleidoscope of colors for you
You know we’re all gonna shine
With the light of the new sun rise
You know we’re all gonna shine
Shine, Shine, Shine
Additional information/sources for Eastcliff – Kaleidoscope
A ballad about finding beauty after the storm of heartbreak, starting from darkness and growing into an explosive, vibrant soundscape. Inspired by Jeff Buckley, Mt. Joy, and others, the song channels vulnerability and redemption. Produced by Jon Gilbert and features a collaborative effort from bandmates.
Song Sources for “Eastcliff – Kaleidoscope”:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/79VjQQwRC5Pn9KDVnAtrzU
Spirit Dance Parts I and II – Ambient Jazz Ensemble
“Amazing jazz song with smooth harmonic structure behind it. Full of catchy piano riffs, trumpet themes, funky vibe and smooth rhythmic parts that layers this piece in an amazing way. Progression and arrangement is done so well, same goes with production, its crystal, with so many old school details. Every transition is with a perfect flow. ”
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Additional information/sources for Ambient Jazz Ensemble – Spirit Dance Parts I and II
Reflects emotive themes of the human condition, focusing on reflection and reconnection post-pandemic. Evokes feelings of rediscovery, freedom, and joy.
The song “Ambient Jazz Ensemble – Spirit Dance Parts I and II” is released by Here & Now Recordings
Song Sources for “Ambient Jazz Ensemble – Spirit Dance Parts I and II”:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/1xJbrsI0tZpnMejC1rJF74
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3t8Nv_GDuDU
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/spirit-dance-parts-i-and-ii/1739074077?i=1739074080
Dark Horse – Orange Glow
“Smooth and very easy listening sounds make this song very enjoyable. Catchy guitar riffs are layered so well, creating wonderful atmosphere within the song and lead vocal is just so graceful, crispy and really beautiful. Strings in the background adds more cinematic structure and the whole song feels much more deeper and emotional.”
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Lyrics of Orange Glow – Dark Horse
Where are you now, breathing still?
There’s death on your trail, so you run (please run)
You are all alone, they just don’t understand
You might find a place to hide, but there is no one
And anyone that you find
They can try, (but) you will hide
You’re a dark horse, running wild
Your rough edges, they don’t scare demons
Take your time, it’s your friend (your very best friend)
Fight your demons, gain some faith
Don’t give up, don’t you dare, I’ll be there
But anyone that you find
I can try, you will hide
You’re a dark horse, running wild
Anyone that you find
They can try, you will hide
You’re a dark horse, running wild
into the night
into the night
Additional information/sources for Orange Glow – Dark Horse
The meteorological winter starts on December 1 with a new single by Dutch indie pop ‘veteran’ Orange Glow. The song ‘Dark Horse’ is the first of four singles, all linked to the next season. After the series of singles an entire album will follow at the end of 2025, to complete the comeback of this alternative singer-songwriter. Therefore he is working together with the American producer TW Walsh.
The intimate Dark Horse captures the heart of winter with acoustic guitar, cello and double vocals. A melancholy, warm resting point in the stillness of winter. In this way Orange Glow breaks a radio silence of six years, in which no new music appeared, due to a line-up change and then the corona crisis. He used this period to build his own studio in the ‘middle of nowhere’ in the north of Holland. There he wrote all the songs for the new album. The singles appear at the beginning of each season (December 1, March 1, June 1 and September 1) on all streaming services.
Back to the roots
Musically Orange Glow returns to his roots now: intimate and layered indie pop, which can also be found on debut album ‘the Magic Tale’ (2008). Also written in the nature and tranquility of the north of Holland. After that, the songwriter lived in the city for twelve years and delivered two more albums. The idiosyncratic albums and live performances earned Orange Glow the title of ‘Pearl of the underground’ in the Netherlands and Belgium. In 2023, only an EP with unreleased older songs was released.
On the new material, Orange Glow is accompanied by a variety of musicians. He was helped in the recordings by producer TW Walsh (Pedro the Lion, Sufjan Stevens and The Shins) who did the mastering.
In addition to Orange Glow, a second band has now emerged, the new psychedelic (krautrock) group Red Uzum. The first releases of this will also appear in 2025.
More information at: https://orangeglow.nl/
Song Sources for “Orange Glow – Dark Horse”:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/6inYETIpyGBMwSodPR9z3Y
Bandcamp: https://orangeglow.bandcamp.com/track/dark-horse
End of the Road – Dan Pallotta
“Catchy guitar riff from the start, pulls you into this song instantly. Lead vocal is crispy, masculine, expands this rock song perfectly adding more emotions and depth to its structure. Smooth mouth harmonica and slower pace is perfectly blended with the vocal and the lyrics that feels melancholic at times. ”
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Additional information/sources for Dan Pallotta – End of the Road
The song “Dan Pallotta – End of the Road” is released by CThings
Song Sources for “Dan Pallotta – End of the Road”:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/3T4b20gvZ51f5YTINk1fPm
Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/track/3088982791
Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/TR:142635646
Moanin – Bastian Weinig
“Smooth and very easy listening sounds make this song very enjoyable. Catchy piano themes and kontrabass fit so well, creating wonderful atmosphere within the song. Soft drums are just so perfectly aligned with the music. This trio of amazing musicians is something that every jazz fan should listen. ”
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Additional information/sources for Bastian Weinig – Moanin
The song “Bastian Weinig – Moanin” is released by MusicHub
Song Sources for “Bastian Weinig – Moanin”:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/6VOVCh2LAqONZX9UHlSvVO
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7v4ndfLTvfg
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/moanin-live/1773089884?i=1773089889
Bandcamp: https://bastianweinig.bandcamp.com/track/moanin
Melanin – DFresh banger
“Modern sound, positive and really cute mood. Atmosphere keeps gaining momentum as the song progresses. With every instrument arriving, it keep that feeling more deeper. Vocals are just so catchy, especially her lead, perfectly balanced together in the songs harmony. Smooth beats and lounge vibe is so blissful. ”
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Additional information/sources for DFresh banger – Melanin
The song “DFresh banger – Melanin” is released by Silverprod
Song Sources for “DFresh banger – Melanin”:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/2KLdh9DF1jMu0LUuwAv6Wv