• expulsion

    my hands fall off the keys
    music still hangin
    in the air above me
    but my body loses it
    bench shiftin underneath me
    legs forgettin where they belong

    and I drop

    knees crackin against the floor
    spine snappin
    as my head falls back
    eyes wide and mouth open
    that last note still ringin
    vibratin thru my bones
    holdin me…Read More

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    Steely Dan song meaning theories explained: Aja’s one of my favorites….the “dude ranch above the sea” is a rehab facility, the song’s narrative is about someone getting off the junk (all his “dime-dancing is through”)…In verse two the “hardware” he’s “throwing…Read More

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    • Donald Fagen and Walter Becker were studio geeks. Perfection is what they strived for in their music. And they always had A-list talent in the studio. Like Mr. Gadd as you just referenced. Gotta respect “The Dan” Great song by the way. Appreciate you. – Damian

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    The Liar's Chair

    There is a man Who does what he can To use, abuse, and lie Doesn't care who he hurts Or who he deserts Don't ever dare look in his eyes If it's you he may use It's you who will lose He will bring you down to...

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    • The liar’s chair is crowded. this is an interesting view of what is going on today.

    • Powerfully penned, Brandon. Excellent write that is unfortunately filled with a lot of truth my friend. It also reminded me of Johnny Cash’s version of “Hurt” though I know Trent Reznor wrote the song, Cash made it his. He mentioned the Liar’s chair in the lyrics. Nicely done per usual. Appreciate you.

      Damian

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