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‘The Journey’ - The Octopus Division

  ‘The Journey’ - The Octopus Division In ‘The Journey,’ a sonic mosaic unfolds that—permeated by neon-soaked synth pads and a melody that feels like memory—is less a song than a spiritual compass. The time that relentlessly pursues us, according to ‘Time keeps chasing us every day’, is not portrayed as an enemy, but as a constant touchstone that we face with our heads held high: ‘ We won't let the rain wash us away’ . Photography, here metaphorically as a key to the past, opens doors to moments that seem long gone but live on within us. The chorus – a kind of collective mantra – describes not just a journey, but an intertwining of stories that support each other. The garden in which hopes take root becomes a symbol of what must be nurtured in order to flourish. And when ‘ our songs have lost a note or two ’, it is not a flaw, but proof of lived depth. A song that is not meant to be heard, but to be lived through – like a familiar glance at an old photo album by candlelight. b...
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Inspiration that Leads to Contentment: ‘Dance With Darkness’ by Rufus Joseph

‘Dance With Darkness’ by Rufus Joseph

Rufus Joseph’s musical work is characterized by the deep complexity of life. His songs are not only imbued with his own experiences but also explore the emotional and psychological landscapes behind them. Stories become themes, and these in turn become songs, songs that invite us to become a part of them or the story. 
The latest release from the British singer-songwriter, who incidentally hails from Stoke-on-Trent, is called ‘Dance With Darkness’ and deals with the topic of facing feelings that originate in mental darkness, understanding them, and categorizing their existence. Even the tough times have their role in the healing process. Dealing with this topic and reflecting on it certainly opens up new perspectives and can contribute to strengthening self-confidence and increasing joie de vivre. 
Musically, he takes a melancholic approach and builds on a soundscape that creates a dreamy loneliness in which you can lose yourself without feeling lost. The soft vocals float over the woods like the misty haze after a long rain; you have the feeling of having arrived without having been searching. Whatever you were looking for, you've found it. ‘Dance With Darkness’ by Rufus Joseph is 4 minutes and 15 seconds of inspiration that culminates in contentment.


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