Do ut des. I give so that you give back. A saying that beyond any
doubt sounds familiar to the most, and even if this aphorism is
unacquainted to some, it's hard to deny that there lies astounding
truth in it. Just think about the meaning of the dictum for a while
and you sure will find, it gives an essential insight in people's
motivation for initiative, it provides an explanatory approach to
one's zest for action. Through contemplation, it becomes apparent
that every conduct of ours is stimulated, incited by something, may
it be by passion and emotion, may it be by consideration and reason,
may it be by encouragement and belief, and is inevitably bound to
more or less decent expectations, hopes. It's (literally) human nature
to expect something in return, but this doesn't necessarily mean our
motivation for action lies solely within the anticipation of being
rewarded, being repaid. In fact, some actions are grounded in
altruistic motives, the 'donor' doesn't seek award granted by someone
else, rather reaps the very same by courtesy of his own actions. It's
common that unselfish deeds are done when people are affected and
influenced by sentiment, instinct and ardour, that those who give but
don't claim amends are driven by something that exceeds expedient
demands: devotion, commitment and fervent enthusiasm.
Enthusiasm, commitment and passion for music is a dispositive and
determing incentive for plenty of my actions. Whilst I indulge in
songs which have been composed likewise with vehemence, soul and
devotion, whilst I come upon melodic attributes, lyrical and
emotional depth, audacity and pleasentness in both sound and
arrangement, I embrace, approve and hold dear, the strong and fervent
desire to share these cherished moments of music mesmerization
ripens, grows and blossoms: I depict what characteristics speak to me
and how music appeals to me, what is audible and sensible. Listening
to and finding, rediscovering true music gems is not only a pleasure
in itself but already one's, my reward.
With this being said, it should have become evident that I gladly
invest time and energy to promote music I enjoy, I grew and still
grow fond of as I also take great pleasure in pronouncing my
impression of songs, old and new. Moreover, I'm rather open-minded
in respect to the versatile spectrum of music genres, am obviously
attracted by some more than by others, speak candidly and abundantly
about those to my taste. Thus, it's not uncommon that artists offer
free downloads, present snippets of forthcoming songs to me and ask
for my opinion on, my estimation of their often already quite
elaborate drafts. Neither do I take these things for granted, nor do
I expect these generous gestures, these sings of trust and
appreciation to happen frequently. I indeed accept them gratefully,
but they don't encourage me to continue, the music itself keeps me
motivated and inspired to pass the memorable melodies on, the luring
lyrics it bears. The
artists' obligingness
however affirms and reinforces my longing to spend time with proper music and spread it.
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It subsequently happens quite often that people ask me why I spend so much time
with music after all - why I take time to contact and interact with musicians,
to reach out to radio stations, submit songs of artists I think
highly of, I reckon as gifted and dedicated ones, why I take time to
thoroughly promote music, to decently review it, why I take time to
present music on podcasts and thereby arouse attention to the
musician(s) behind the compositions that are showcased. The answer is simple: I love it.
I find delight and gratification in being outspoken about those
musicians I believe in, whose music I feel deeply connected to, whose music I
consider genuine, refreshing, artful, cunning and soulful enough to
devote myself to, to be involved with. It's not for the free
downloads, neither for the previews, it's for the music, the pure
essence of music. It's for their music, for the artists' aptitude and ingenuity that I'd like to see some in particular to be
successful, to be acknoweleged and respected, want some to be seen as the promising and blessed artists
they are, want some to be offered the chances they deserve based on
the quality of their music. In line and in due consideration with the artists' skill and creativeness, their compositions should be granted adequate
airtime, people should spend money on what those musicians came up with and performed with zeal, the artists should be moreover able to reach out to a wider
audience, to eventually tour different countries and make a name for
themselves and their music. We obviously have reached a point, where
I can't candidly profess that there is no selfish stimulus to be
found in my endeavours. There is indeed one, since I want some
artists to be successful more than others in order to see my chances
of seing them live increase. For every time an 'embosomed' band
performs and I can't make it to attend their gigs - most often due to
distance - being aware that I might never see them perform, it's
devastating, disillusioning experience. I surely don't intend to attend every show of a
band who is to my liking, just for once it would be great to have the
chance to purchase tickets and enjoy a mesmerizing, breath-taking
evening of live music …
… and that moment has finally come! 2014 has been really
beneficial to me already. I was lucky enough to see Kismet Ryding perform
- who opened for The Brew within the scope of their european tour -
about 2 weeks ago, had the chance to do my first live interview with
the psychedelic phenomenon that is the Cleethorpes based brit rock
outfit. Fun times I can tell you, amazing presence and quality sound
on stage, wittiness and eloquence backstage! An equally attractive
opportunity was looming in early 2014, when Odel from The Knievel Dead asked me if the odds are that I come to london to attend one of
their live shows. He offered to organize a gig with bands I'd love
to see perform - what shall I say, of course I seized this great
opportunity - and put immense effort into arranging a line-up
that pleases both him and me. As months went by the idea took shape,
now has come into being: Odel invited 3 top bands to complement The
Knievel Dead's performance, found a fantastic venue for them to play,
above that has been all too thoughtful and even advertised my music
blog by including it on the gig posters. What a huge honour that is, and actually more
than I could have asked for! Comprehending the fortunate
run of events, fortuna has smiled on me quite certainly and I'm
beyond grateful for Odel's and the other musicans' endeavour and
willingness to allow this gig to take place.
Now, with pride and glowing anticipation, I finally get round to
announcing 'Nightmares become me presents carpe carmina live' - a
collaboration between carpe carmina and the following bands, who gonna perform at The Enterprise in Camden on April 5th:
The line-up
The Knievel Dead
The london based authentic and audacious rock band casts a heavy
and possesive spell over you with gloomy and dim, nonetheless haunting
melodies, whimsical, bluesy and fierce vocals, an elusive, ethereal
sound, coclusively leaves a characteristic and obtrusive audible imprint on you.
Song I hope to see on the band's setlist: Coming After You
website
soundcloud
With the distinctively dark and sonorous, sharply echoing vocal
performance of Jason Hughes, the manchester based three piece rock
outfit catches one's eye. Piercing and fuzzy riffage, pungent and
severe drum beats, an imbuing bass line assist the raw and vigorous
sound The Unassisted raise to a fulminant and ponderous tonal force
that inevitably excites.
website
soundcloud
No One Sun
The british North West indie quintet combines the best of both (music) worlds: anthemic and melodious pop traits blend imposingly with
thrilling and trenchant rock components. Memorable and infectious
hooks, rising and absorbing riffage, catchy lyrics, sharp yet also
smoothly luring vocals make it hard to resist the vibrant sound and
the sing-along-qualities of their music.
Song I hope to see on the band's setlist: Home
website
soundcloud
Hate Notes
Vivacious, bracing, electrifying - the dynamic electronic pop duo
from East London overwhelms with an upbeat, fuzzy and perky sound:
dashing and energetic riffage meet vehement and emphatically echoing
vocals.
soundcloud
In order to find out how these bands sound live, you better come
along and join me on April 5th. See you then …
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