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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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A Dance between Hope and Disillusionment: “Pollen” by tOOjim

“Pollen” by tOOjim

tOOjim, a creative jack-of-all-trades from Manchester, UK, with roots in the East Midlands, is a true multi-talent. As a multi-instrumentalist, singer, producer, and DJ, his musical journey began in loud punk bands and jungle productions. 
Today, he shares his passion for music with young students as a music teacher at various primary schools. His sound, inspired by greats like Arthur Russell, Burial, J Dilla, Joy Division, Steve Monite, Patti Smith, Kraftwerk, Nina Simone, and Leonard Cohen, skillfully combines elements of new wave, post-punk, and 80s disco. 
With “Pollen,” he delivers his next track, which is sure to impress. The content describes a journey through the depths of the human soul - a dance through a chaotic world, searching for purity and battling inner demons. tOOjim reflects on lost youth, disappointed expectations, and the search for identity. Despite the melancholy and confusion, a longing for meaning and connection remains. It is a poetic dance between hope and disillusionment in an ever-spinning world. 
The lyrics are presented in an alternative pop style with a slight new wave influence and are of a high standard, providing an appropriate musical backdrop. In “Pollen,” tOOjim creates an acoustic composition that guides listeners on a profound exploration of the nuances of human existence, eliciting prolonged reflection long after the final note fades.



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