We have a song called “Future Listeners.” In short, the song is centered around the idea that many people (including myself) have strong opinions about the horrible course of the nation/war, but are too lazy to change said course (including myself), thusly making us no better than the people that we negatively critique. We’re a bunch of listeners, and not do’ers. And our complacency will unfortunately continue on like a broken record long into the future. Just kickin’ back and listening to Bob Dylan records doesn’t make us activists. By no means are we a political band, or freedom writers, the song was written purely based on observation.
With that said, since we don’t have a live video of this song, nor a good version recorded, I thought I would post an “acoustified” video of it. It’s got a different feel and groove to it, but have a listen anyway. Look out for a good “electrified” recording of it soon.
In a blatant attempt to copy the success of La Blogotheque’s Take Away Shows, Rain the Shining (sans Jon unfortunately) decided to take the acoustic show on the road…er…on the trail. Equipped with nothing more than two acoustic guitars, a snare and two digital cameras, we braved the 90 degree/90% humidity day to venture into the woods of Columbia to play a couple RtS songs. Little did we know that every mosquito and ant in Maryland had three skinny musicians on their lunch menus. Somehow I made it out of this experience with only minor bug damage, but Mike and Jonny looked like two 10 year olds with chicken pox. Bless their souls. We had fun doing this, so be prepared for more musical adventures in the outback.
For the time being, enjoy “Celebrate” in the woods.
“From Point A,” a song that has taken on many forms over its 2 or more years in existence (excluding different outros), has proven itself as a fan favorite at our live shows. I can see why, too. Our songs have a tendency to drone the night away, but this one in particular has one of our more rockin’ moments…even if said moment isn’t until about 4 minutes into the song. Maybe it’s the 4 minutes of anticipation that makes its finish so sweet. With all of that said, I’ve decided to take the rock from From Point A, and post a video of the song in its purest, most original form…acoustic. Enjoy.
