When we try and find where we are in the world, we often look to history to show us- in all respects. Some conduct genealogy, some-situations of the past where one can relate to, businesses judge their current standing on past figures. It’s all in how we look back and how we correlate ourselves in the present and the future.
It never ceases to amaze me when the light comes on (the brain light) and we see new things that may have never crossed our paths. It could be that moment you sat down to watch a TV special, or picked up a book, it could be a simple stroll. For me, it always comes in a series of events, which conclude with a beautiful inspirational moment. This moment came a few weeks ago when I sat to watch a special on Pink Floyd aired on VH1. It was all about the making of Dark Side of the Moon.
We are putting together the music for our third CD and given our experimental natures, (and the fact I’d ALWAYS liked Pink Floyd) I thought it could only provide me brain food for our own music. We’re always influenced by others- all ages, all genres, all times and our present environment. I think if you think that you’re music is one of a kind, you’re lying to yourself (in some sort of selfish deceitful manner). For every song that’s ever been heard, been buried in your subconscious, consists as a foundation of your history and your desire to produce your own music in your own way. The more you listen, the better off your are, pulling and creating from these magical memories.
Last night, I received an email- a music track which immediately sparked in me the motivation to write… it shot that creative energy through the roof. It was “Beatlesck” utilizing his (the Mighty JV) creation the Electro-Faustus (a thermin like device). I’d had a song I put to the side probably a year ago waiting for an experimental track called “Backwards”. I won’t go into details, but it made me toy immediately with lyrics. Combined with thoughts of the late 1960’s and early 70’s. All I can say is it makes me REALLY EXCITED.
I execute much of my own pressures, but when I apply the clamps and tighten them, creativity oozes out everywhere.
This year I’ve applied the pressure gauge- 27 days into the new year and already I’ve completed a score and organized the songs for the next untitled CD, beside the artwork for the cover, the writings, the book, and the part-time job.
Next time you feel you’ve been cornered in a box and can’t move, make light of the situation and explore your imagination. Often it WILL set you free.