Through the rain... (w/ Rebsie)

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In 1816 the 21 year old John Keats wrote the following lines:

"But when the melancholy fit shall fall
Sudden from heaven like a weeping cloud,
That fosters the droop-headed flowers all,
And hides the green hill in an April shroud"

We offer our own humble melancholic ode in song....

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Lyrics

Through the Rain... (Lyrics by Daniel Staniforth)

Fork in the road
We made our own way
Nothing was owed
At the end of that day
I try not to notice
I try not to care
I'm not in your service
To that I swear

But you've come to my town
And I think I might drown
As I'm watching you now
Through the rain...

Now I look back
From the edge of a dream
The future's on track
But the past is a stream
I'm fighting the current
I'm fighting the tide
You find me abhorrent
So I hide

But it's hammering down
And I feel I might drown
As I'm watching you now
Through the rain...

I hold onto something
There's part of you here
I conjured from nothing
That I hold dear
A silhouette memory
A ghost in the dark
A fool's wish for me
But it's a start

Your death let me down
And I think I might drown
As I'm watching you now
Through the rain...

Although there's no-one around
I don't dare make a sound
When I'm watching you
Through the rain...

Rain...

Song Stats

Hits: 864
Comments: 57
Fans: 29
Plays: 84
Downloads: 52
Votes: 2
Uploaded: May 09, 2009 - 01:59:53 PM
Last Updated: May 09, 2009 - 01:59:53 PM Last Played: Nov 02, 2009 - 08:33:45 PM

Song License

Creative Commons License:
Attribution-NoDerivs-NonCommercial

Song Actions

Keywords:

Melancholia (1), lachrymose (1), catatonia (1), lament (16), elegy (6)

Hardware:

Yairi DK84K, 74 Strat, ST55 mic, Rebsie magick

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Comments

Cashed-In	Cashed-In said 183 days ago (May 9th, 2009)
	this is.. Put together really well, nice combination in vocals. Great lyrics and very relaxing. Check out my latest song called Empty Bird Cage

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	Thank you so much We appreciate your approval of our combination Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

Char	Char said 183 days ago (May 9th, 2009)
	Rebsie's voice is a harp played by the wind and that back's Daniel's vocals beautifully. Inspired. Well done. Thanks. Check out my latest song called Do Any Thing

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	She is indeed a treasure Thanks Char for your continued support - much appreciated! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

Trillian	Trillian said 183 days ago (May 9th, 2009)
	This is very nice... the description - your lyrics a fitting tribute - the music melancholy, nostalgic - but I get the feeling that the person wouldn't trade the memories of the past for the pain felt in the present.

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	That's a very good reading... In a sense... true nostalgia is addicting isn't it? Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

mowguy3	mowguy3 said 183 days ago (May 9th, 2009)
	Through The Rain Daniel, First of all, some very fine lyrics, and your singing and delivery certanly do them justice. Rebsie's backing vocals add a depth and passion to this track that digs deep inside. Once again, the two of you have come togeather with a fantastic gift to us all. Thank You! Check out my latest song called A Different Shade Of Moonlight

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	So glad you think so... The song had a profound effect on me too! Thanks for your wonderful comment! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

Calchas

Calchas said 183 days ago (May 9th, 2009)

Very Nice Daniel...
I like the lyrics a lot. Song is very applicable here in sunny (NOT) central Oregon! Ha ha...

Lovely guitar work and singing. Rebsie's a real gem. (And I'm not just saying that because I believe her and I to be one in the same person!)

Be well friend!

BTW: Nice Keats quote (although I'm more of a George William Russell [A.E.] kind of bloke...)

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LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	Thanks Michael... I don't know what kind of bloke I am.... and I suppose music is the mirror in the labyrinth. Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

yrp	yrp said 183 days ago (May 9th, 2009)
	hummmm You seem to be able to conjure up anyone of the goth-related greats.I feel and hear Nick Cave all over this track and having thoe backing vocals one can remember the very good album "Murder Ballads". Another download.Thanks for the good music! Check out my latest song called Give me Your Confidence (Feter Cover)

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	That's great Big fan of NC and the Murder Ballads are a genre that needs further exploration. Cheers! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

shavingronaldscar	shavingronaldscar said 183 days ago (May 9th, 2009)
	so dreamy... I love that airy solo, great sound! Brilliant vocals all around. You guys are great! Lachrymose is right! Check out my latest song called Way Down FIlth

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	Thank you kind sir... I wanted a solo with soul rather than technique... I hope I achieved that somewhat! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

Boundless	Boundless said 183 days ago (May 9th, 2009)
	Listening a second time around As it's raining here, a slow mellow day watching drops falling on the deck. . . As lovely. Thanks. Check out my latest song called Here to Hear - collab

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	Thanks Bernard I'm so glad you find merit in our work... being the fine musician you are! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

bud

bud said 183 days ago (May 9th, 2009)

Fantastic colab
great use of both of your talents. Daniel - you're writing really shines here as well as the playing and composing. What's really great is how well your voices work together - exquisitely comes to mind. I here a slight hint of John Cale in your voice and in the song itself to some extent (I suppose Rebsie could be Nico in that case). Wonderful.

Check out my latest song called Expanding Toys (Halloween Remix)

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	That's a very nice compliment Kevin This is one of those songs that came to me almost all at once while strumming a guitar... Rebsie's voice just added the sparkling touch as always! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

Feter	Feter said 182 days ago (May 9th, 2009)
	Through the rain Nice poetic song ...lovely sphere through the vocals ... very nice artful work ...very good use of Rebsie's Magick !!! psycho lead guitar ..good jobs folks ...thnx alot for sharin !!!! Check out my latest song called A Night With Feter feat'(Roxylee sloparts crissew johnwhitehead and Yamin AL Yamani )

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	Thanks again friend... Appreciate your kind words and willing sensitivity to this sort of music! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

Vic Holman	Vic Holman said 182 days ago (May 9th, 2009)
	;-) excellent piece. i like the almost narrative vocals. And Rebsie's vocals with the deep reverb gives off a haunting feel of a dream. nice now for the techie question. Are you using a ebow on the guitar solo? Check out my latest song called One Step Over The Line

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	Yes Vic It is a haunting... and she pulled it off like only she can. And yes.. it was an Ebow solo.... I wanted the guitar to weep and wail... and that technique gave me the means to do that with no breaks between the notes. I'm glad you found it effective. Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

ramonaji	ramonaji said 182 days ago (May 9th, 2009)
	Luna! Great work and great to hear that voice I so love.... plus Rebsie! BONUS!!!! Check out my latest song called You Think You've Got it All?

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	Thanks Ramona You are so kind to me regarding my vocals... and being a reticent singer, I need the encouragement. Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

davisamerica	davisamerica said 182 days ago (May 10th, 2009)
	Daniel .... The track has so many wonderful moments. The lyric and vocal performance are touching and float wonderfully around the instrumentation. Very effective use of Resie's backing vocals. Just a really well written and performed track .. just excellent Check out my latest song called No Son(egobandit band)

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	Thanks Jack... It's a special song... and the writing of it was a deep process... I'm just so thankful for the response I'm getting here. And especially thankful to my music partner for adding the silver sheen! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

Rebsie	Rebsie said 182 days ago (May 10th, 2009)
	Thanks for your work on this I couldn't have asked for a more exquisite drenching. Check out my latest song called Amongst The Colours (w/ Luna Trick)

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	Duly applied... And my heartfelt thanks for adding your beautiful voice to this song. Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

musichead	musichead said 182 days ago (May 10th, 2009)
	made my.... Made my little heart race...very nice!! Check out my latest song called Lets Take a Holiday

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	Know what you mean.... Took a while for mine to calm down! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

lengold	lengold said 181 days ago (May 11th, 2009)
	Wonderful song and marvelous performances and mix. Downloaded. Thanks. Cheers Len Check out my latest song called Dodgy Doughnut

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	Cheers Len So glad you think so ... and really appreciate your continued support Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

Epileptic Gibbon	Epileptic Gibbon said 179 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	I don't care what the weatherman says You'll never hear me complainin' about this rain. I really love those backing vocals and what you've done with them. Great atmosphere and lyrics. Check out my latest song called Fiddler Off the Roof w/Komrade K & Caroline

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	I'm with you Ian... Let it come down... I explained to Rebsie what I was going for with the backing vocals and she was open to the experiment. When we both heard the mix - it just seemed to hit the mark. Thanks again for your support. Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

Daugrin

Daugrin said 179 days ago (May 13th, 2009)

Through and Through
Marvelous, satisfying on every level. My hat is off.
Up for suggestions? On the second listening I thought running the lead vocal through a leslie might be cool. The arpeggiated guitar lines might benefit from more reverb wash. I would suggest the lyric be less linear, less complete in a story sense, you know what I mean? Less obdvious here would be way better. Switch the last two stanzas in the running order?
Maybe it needs a supportive bass line especially beneath the vocals, just like a heart beat kind of thing that walks in the transitions. The backing vocals are gorgeous...it shimmers

Daugrin

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LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	Thanks for such a detailed reply Interesting ideas... it would be interesting to hear the leslie idea. I sort of like the bass as it is though... And yes, the backing vocals are gorgeous. Thanks for your ear! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

ShadowsOrcas	ShadowsOrcas said 179 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	Fine Song, well done yu 2, enjoyed Check out my latest song called Gobi

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 178 days ago (May 13th, 2009)
	Thanks Dave... I'll have to get back to something rocking and weird now eh? Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

	FaresDannan said 178 days ago (May 14th, 2009)
	gr8 job What a lovely combination the solo after " But it's hammering down And I feel I might drown As I'm watching you now Through the rain..." so good something really touches the soul moving between notes and the backing vocals are warm

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 176 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Glad you feel that way I feel exactly the same! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

TERRAPLANE	TERRAPLANE said 178 days ago (May 14th, 2009)
	Mmmellow sounds guitars & voices produce a calming effect ,,wonderful way to start my day,, thanks, the acoustic has such a wonderful clean sound,,,,, does it have a pickup? or do you just mic it? I really like how you introduce the strat.... well done Check out my latest song called * The Greys * MJ Space Race 2009

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 176 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Thanks alot The yairi has a built in pickup - but I like to mic it with my ST55 because I rely a lot on the percussive sounds made extraneous to what's inside the box... if that makes sense. I used an Ebow on the solo... and it seemed to work. Thanks! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

egobandit	egobandit said 176 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	I fell Into a warm river it was great to get lost in, this incredible journey. This is special New heights! Check out my latest song called So I been told

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 175 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	Thanks TIm We shall try to scale to higher heights... Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

Doug Somers	Doug Somers said 176 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	Beautiful ballad You are really both lighting up each other with these collabs. The mix and lyrics set such an intimate mood, and the poignant vocal is so wonderfully supported by Rebsie's accents that drift in from afar. First class. Take care, Doug Check out my latest song called Desiree (MJ Space Race 2009)

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 175 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	Thanks Doug Your comments affirm my feeling that we have found a special musical connection. Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

edpdx	edpdx said 176 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	Magical voices and sweet melodies. I love the guitar at 2:30. Lovely piece! Thanks edpdx Check out my latest song called Constellation V.2

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 175 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	Thank you... The guitar idea just tries to follow the haunting of the song... Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

T_Being_esq	T_Being_esq said 176 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	Exquisite That's all I have to say. Check out my latest song called I have Been Away (LIOLI, Late Entry)

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 175 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	Thanks T That's compliment enough for us! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

Bazz

Bazz said 175 days ago (May 17th, 2009)

Hey ho, the wind and the rain!
Might have been inspired by Keats but this delightful combination put me in mind of Coleridge and the Aeolian Harp played by the wind, "that simplest lute placed lengthways in clasping casement".
"Such a soft floating witchery of sound
As twilight elfins make, then they at eve
Voyage on gentle gales from Fairy-land...
Can't quote the whole poem but it is worth a read. Thanks you two for reminding me of it.

LunaTrick

LunaTrick said 175 days ago (May 17th, 2009)

Your comment thrills me Baz!
To be honest, the Keats lines came to me after the song was recorded - and Coleridge's invocation of Aeolus serves just as well. "A light in sound, a sound-like power in light.." is a particular line that I seek to emulate through my music. Thank you so much for reminding me of it. I suppose we could add Shelley's West WInd Lyre or Chopin's famous Aeolian Etude to the list... but I shouldn't be greedy.

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kassia	kassia said 175 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	you two i'm running out of ways to gush about how great you are together. it's a very cool change-up to hear daniel's voice in the foreground and rebs in the back. works very very well. beautiful and mind-blowing yet again. Check out my latest song called World of Wonders

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 175 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	Thank you so much Shay I'm glad you like the change-up - we have a few more in mind so keep your ears open. Always cherish your comments! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

slumbering	slumbering said 170 days ago (May 22nd, 2009)
	Dreamily haunting... You've created a dreamy, haunting atmosphere that is hypnotic. I love everything about this song. You have a wonderful voice, and Rebsie's backing vocals are perfect. I'll be letting this wash over me for a while... Check out my latest song called Over the Sea

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 158 days ago (June 2nd, 2009)
	So glad you like it... It was inspired by Rebsie's version of your song, From a Coffin, which is just a stunning piece of songwriting and haunted me for days! Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

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Luna Trick is the creative brainchild of English multi-Instrumentalist, Daniel Staniforth, recently joined by music partner and fellow MacJammer, Rebsie Fairholm. Luna Trick offers an array of songs styles ranging from from darkwave, indie rock,... [see more]

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