Political Folk. About the sexual hangups and illnesses of our culture because we don’t know how to talk to each other and our kids about sex and agree on what’s right or wrong and where the lines should be drawn.
NO ONE’S BIZ'
Education…
HEAR MY FINAL SONG
Most were drinkin', four were playin' cards
Two were dancin', one he played guitar
He was singin' how she broke his heart
Some were smokin', smoke rings filled the air
One was flirtin', playin' with her hair
He was…
Pitchforks glow reflecting torches held in hand by the town’s folk
Eyeballs gleam beneath the balls of flame puffing out the stream of smoke
Rumors grow, they’re telling of the child who was flung in the lake
Gnashing teeth, they scream…
Lyrics by Adrienne Harvey. Music by Randy Nixon, Jr. and Gene Eric Mann. Vocals by Harvey. BG acoustic rhythm and acoustic bass guitar by Mann. Remaining guitars by Nixon.
Neat groove and some dark, I hear a kind of Jefferson Starship influence, perhaps it's in us all. Thanks very much for your several recent comments re my trax. There's no good way to thank someone other than post a comment for them and perhaps that's a good thing. Best with your muse Gene!
This is the bonus track for "The Best of GEM" playlist.
APATHY AND GREED
Apathy and greed is in the human seed
"I need more, to Hell with you" we say so well
How we live and play to get us through the day
Til we hear the bell that summons…
A May Day/Beltane dance song. You may like this if you’re Wicca, Pagan, Druid, or just like dancing about a May pole, but I wrote and recorded this for my soul-mate, Jennifer. Blessed be!
A fun little Blues jam. The BG rhythm/drums were generated with the Yamaha E313 KB. All other noises are my fault.
FIND YOUR WAY
You’re crying on my doorstep
Say you want to come inside
You’re lying through your teardrop
No one gets…
HEAR MY FINAL SONG
Most were drinkin', four were playin' cards
Two were dancin', one he played guitar
He was singin' how she broke his heart
Some were smokin', smoke rings filled the air
One was flirtin', playin' with her hair
He was…
Keyboards (bagpipes) performed by Starry Nightmoth. Lead guitar by George Harrison. Vocals and all other instruments performed by Gene Eric Mann. Thunder and rain by Mother Nature. Lyrics by John Lennon.
Pretty cool and imaginative bro. As i was listening I could imagine a break beat drum patch behind this with a little synth too. I dig the thunder at the end.
Keyboards (bagpipes) performed by Starry Nightmoth. Lead guitar by George Harrison. Vocals and all other instruments performed by Gene Eric Mann. Thunder and rain by Mother Nature. Lyrics by John Lennon.
Keyboards (bagpipes) performed by Starry Nightmoth. Lead guitar by George Harrison. Vocals and all other instruments performed by Gene Eric Mann. Thunder and rain by Mother Nature. Lyrics by John Lennon.
Keyboards (bagpipes) performed by Starry Nightmoth. Lead guitar by George Harrison. Vocals and all other instruments performed by Gene Eric Mann. Thunder and rain by Mother Nature. Lyrics by John Lennon.
Keyboards (bagpipes) performed by Starry Nightmoth. Lead guitar by George Harrison. Vocals and all other instruments performed by Gene Eric Mann. Thunder and rain by Mother Nature. Lyrics by John Lennon.
A Sea Shanty with a bit of Psychedelic seasoning. Guest artist Starry Nightmoth performs the “harmonica” on a Yamaha KB as the song fades out.
37 SAILS
Thirty-seven sails be a full rigged ship
Open up ye hatch and pour ye spirit down…
HEAR MY FINAL SONG
Most were drinkin', four were playin' cards
Two were dancin', one he played guitar
He was singin' how she broke his heart
Some were smokin', smoke rings filled the air
One was flirtin', playin' with her hair
He was…
Another Psychedelic Folk song from the Lore of Spring collection of my four MYTHOPOETICA demos. One of my earlier recordings, there are sound quality issues. Drums are via the Yamaha E313 KB.
(A Moment) IN THE AURA
Goddess Earth, I’ve come…
Have a problem with TV evangelists? You won’t have a problem with this number! This Psych Folk tune features Starry Nightmoth on church organ. The rhythm/drum track was generated using a Yamaha E313 KB, the rest is my fault.
COME UNTO ME…
HEAR MY FINAL SONG
Most were drinkin', four were playin' cards
Two were dancin', one he played guitar
He was singin' how she broke his heart
Some were smokin', smoke rings filled the air
One was flirtin', playin' with her hair
He was…
To me, as a songwriter, I have come to the "conclusion" that what I might say to explain a song is functionally THE BRIDGE. Your explanation adds so much to the song maybe it's bridge time.
HEAR MY FINAL SONG
Most were drinkin', four were playin' cards
Two were dancin', one he played guitar
He was singin' how she broke his heart
Some were smokin', smoke rings filled the air
One was flirtin', playin' with her hair
He was…
My idea for the song was, what if life was a bar, and all 7.5 billion earthlings were group into just a handful of characters that could fit into a bar -- what is everyone doing? What are they thinking?
HEAR MY FINAL SONG
Most were drinkin', four were playin' cards
Two were dancin', one he played guitar
He was singin' how she broke his heart
Some were smokin', smoke rings filled the air
One was flirtin', playin' with her hair
He was…
Makes me want to hear more of the story.
Thanks for commenting on TRUCK. It's something I wrote for DARK BLOOD, River Phoenix's last movie. It plays while the nuclear explosion takes place.
I decide while I was here, after enjoying the first three songs I listen to, that I'd just go ahead and hear the rest of your postings. I like the panning job on this one. Good, wide feel.
Wha wha wha wha wow! Tasty! Diging the gravely voice, the guitar and effects, the lyrics... a great way to start my morning -- that is, your new song AND this cup of coffee right here... ;)
I dig this composition of random noise -- it's out of the box yet still groovy. The sounds are pleasant, interesting, fun, and all seem to fall in timely and executed with meaning, intent, purpose, despite also seemingly random as per the title. Effective while psychedelic and definitely far out. Keep it groovy, Man!
I noted that Greg Conner, whose opinion I've come to trust, had commented on this song, so I came by for a listen. You've won a new fan -- I'll be following you hear-after. This is a gorgeous song -- the strumming, the picking, the vocals, the lyrics, the mix down/mastering job -- it's all beautiful! Great job -- Rock on!
Well this is certainly a bit different than the last few of your creations I just heard. I like the acoustic-sounding rhythm guitar -- nice strumming style. I'm pleased to discover that you're not stuck in a particular box and are actually broader than that. The lead guitar on this one is really emotional, sweet, and gripping.
I'm really digging the melodic lines of this mix down. Nice attack, really demonstrating your guitar skills here, what with the expertly executed harmonic licks which give a lot of other guitarists a bit of grief and a great delivery of the scale.
I am particularly impressed with your drumming skills. I can tell you're fun on them, and you're creative at it, composing with that set up rather than simply keeping a beat. Again, a great job.
Very professional, a very classy, tasteful composition. Your talents at the various instruments and at mixing down and mastering is quite impressive. Great job -- Rock on!
Now I know what an EBow is -- just looked it up at Wikipedia -- and what the results are when employed. Sounds very groovy. Thanks for expanding my world!
You should be a billionaire. Paul McCartney could never pick like you and he's a freaking billionaire. It's a shame that your one in a million picking talent is overlooked. But it's a thrill to have you here with us less evolved musicians on AloneTone -- thanks for sharing your very exceptional gift!
Intricate and intriguing. I dig that far out, jazzy scale. Like coloring outside the lines -- when done right, it can be totally groovy. Once again, a brilliant, fabulous job!
Comments on Gene Eric Mann's stuff
Ah yup.
You definitely achieved your goal. What a cool premise.
love the way the vocal repeats in the chorus
Neat groove and some dark, I hear a kind of Jefferson Starship influence, perhaps it's in us all. Thanks very much for your several recent comments re my trax. There's no good way to thank someone other than post a comment for them and perhaps that's a good thing. Best with your muse Gene!
Thank you. Very good and I will share..
Blessed be indeed! I dig the flute key / sample.
Bass is awesome!
Harmonica makes everything better, nice job. Vocals are good too......
Pretty cool and imaginative bro. As i was listening I could imagine a break beat drum patch behind this with a little synth too. I dig the thunder at the end.
great work. freaky but very easy on the ears. good listening in the head phones.
Very very interesting....brings back memories of the 60's and the "White Album" ...Great stuff... now where did I put that bong:-)
That took me a minute. Love it.
"I am he as you are he as you are me and we are all together." ~ John Lennon
I love it, what a fresh idea, great "outside the box" creating
About as good as it gets..........
The video for this, by Starry Nightmoth, is gorgeous -- come check it out, y'all!
Check out the video!
To me, as a songwriter, I have come to the "conclusion" that what I might say to explain a song is functionally THE BRIDGE. Your explanation adds so much to the song maybe it's bridge time.
My idea for the song was, what if life was a bar, and all 7.5 billion earthlings were group into just a handful of characters that could fit into a bar -- what is everyone doing? What are they thinking?
Makes me want to hear more of the story. Thanks for commenting on TRUCK. It's something I wrote for DARK BLOOD, River Phoenix's last movie. It plays while the nuclear explosion takes place.
Comments made by Gene Eric Mann
That was some groovy lead guitar! ;)
Some sad, in your face, bittersweet, reaching lyrics.
You have a great, cool style. I'm into it. You got me! ROCK ON!
I decide while I was here, after enjoying the first three songs I listen to, that I'd just go ahead and hear the rest of your postings. I like the panning job on this one. Good, wide feel.
I'm into how your mind works musically. What you fit together works for me, and your vocals and poetry works for me too. Great stuff -- Rock on!
Oh, very nice! Groovy percussions! I dig the sound combination -- shows great taste.
I like it. I'll follow you. Nice strumming style, cool vocals, interesting lyrics, nifty break, pleasant chord arrangement. DIG!
Wha wha wha wha wow! Tasty! Diging the gravely voice, the guitar and effects, the lyrics... a great way to start my morning -- that is, your new song AND this cup of coffee right here... ;)
I missed this one! I dig it, especially the switch over at the end. Groovy. You da man!
GORGEOUS! You always do a great job, but this is fabulous!
I dig this composition of random noise -- it's out of the box yet still groovy. The sounds are pleasant, interesting, fun, and all seem to fall in timely and executed with meaning, intent, purpose, despite also seemingly random as per the title. Effective while psychedelic and definitely far out. Keep it groovy, Man!
I noted that Greg Conner, whose opinion I've come to trust, had commented on this song, so I came by for a listen. You've won a new fan -- I'll be following you hear-after. This is a gorgeous song -- the strumming, the picking, the vocals, the lyrics, the mix down/mastering job -- it's all beautiful! Great job -- Rock on!
Well this is certainly a bit different than the last few of your creations I just heard. I like the acoustic-sounding rhythm guitar -- nice strumming style. I'm pleased to discover that you're not stuck in a particular box and are actually broader than that. The lead guitar on this one is really emotional, sweet, and gripping.
I'm really digging the melodic lines of this mix down. Nice attack, really demonstrating your guitar skills here, what with the expertly executed harmonic licks which give a lot of other guitarists a bit of grief and a great delivery of the scale.
I am particularly impressed with your drumming skills. I can tell you're fun on them, and you're creative at it, composing with that set up rather than simply keeping a beat. Again, a great job.
Very professional, a very classy, tasteful composition. Your talents at the various instruments and at mixing down and mastering is quite impressive. Great job -- Rock on!
Now I know what an EBow is -- just looked it up at Wikipedia -- and what the results are when employed. Sounds very groovy. Thanks for expanding my world!
You should be a billionaire. Paul McCartney could never pick like you and he's a freaking billionaire. It's a shame that your one in a million picking talent is overlooked. But it's a thrill to have you here with us less evolved musicians on AloneTone -- thanks for sharing your very exceptional gift!
Intricate and intriguing. I dig that far out, jazzy scale. Like coloring outside the lines -- when done right, it can be totally groovy. Once again, a brilliant, fabulous job!
JUICY!!!