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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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'How Much Did You Know' by No Thanks, Man

'How Much Did You Know' by No Thanks, Man

After 'Three Shots', No Thanks, Man (aka Geraldine Espino) went a little quiet, but now she's back, picking up where she left off in 2023.
'How Much Did You Know' is the name of her latest release, which is also an appetizer for the forthcoming album. The song is about the often painful process of healing from trauma that has shattered one or more relationships, and how that experience can also be a source of strength. It's a journey of self-discovery through pain that gives people hope and strength. What began as a story of sadness and self-pity has become a story of personal growth.
The melodies, rhythms and vocals experiment a little, as it is Geraldine's creative nature to create a sonic treat that makes the ways of jazzy art-pop seem extremely appealing. This interplay of creativity and experimentation culminates in an overall impression that makes it hard to stop listening to the song once you've started. You just have to listen to the whole thing and... you won't regret it, believe me!
With that in mind: Thanks a lot, No Thanks, Man, for 'How Much Did You Know'... too complicated? ...then just thanks to Geraldine for a great new piece of music!



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