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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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About the inescapable burden of life: "Feed" by pMad

"Feed" by pMad

The inescapable burden of life and deep inner pain - welcome to ‘Feed,’ the new single from pMad. Paul Dillon presents himself as thoughtful as never before in this new song, describing the visible and invisible scars that our existence leaves behind. 
"Feed" by pMad
Feelings of hopelessness make escape almost impossible. No escape if you can't hide sounds like a quiet decline, emphasizing the inevitability of these struggles if they are not confronted directly. Critical statements such as The life of a value is worth more than the value of a life question the priorities of our society, which often places material values above human life, emphasizing how overwhelming the burden and responsibility of life can be. 
Despair and the inner struggle on the horizon show the need to prioritize the true value of life over material values and to fight on despite the darkness and overwhelming challenges, ultimately finding meaning and significance in the here and now. 
Musically, pMad is once again convincing and knows exactly how to utilize its strengths. Darkwave, Goth, or Alternative you might think, but pigeonholes are not for Paul; he uses whatever he thinks works best and succeeds time and time again. The thoughtful depth he achieves with ‘Feed’ sounds wonderfully melancholic and shows another facet of pMad that he already hinted at with ‘Sisters.’ pMad opens the new year with a strong and convincing performance!



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