This is the 3rd track from the debut album titled, "Words Without Meaning." Out now and available for download here: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/nathanparent2
It was recorded with Ryan Rusch at The Weight Room in Washburn, Wi.
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This track includes one of my favorite vocalists from Norway, Helene Gullsvåg! I was lucky enough to work with her while she was visiting the area in 2009 and got to use her wonderful voice on two of the tracks on the album.
This is a song written about a musician I know who captured my heart with her amazing music; and how my love of her voice grew with each listen.
lyrics
CASUAL CRISIS
(N. Parent)
Another solo night, searching while I'm stuck inside-surfing.
Scrolling down a useless page, staring back at cyber space.
Just then I stop and scan, listening, I'm caught. It's just perfect!
Loading songs, one by one. Pushing play, now it has begun.
Oh, all this time I figured that I could handle,
finding someone who could write a song I would admire.
Breathing words out, flirting last notes.
I guess I've found someone real, I hoped that I could always feel.
Holding slight ties, rhythm defines a chorus full of subtle cues.
Oh, now it's given back so true.
Fed up! I've only heard about stories.
Where men have been lulled at sea,
Then crashed down upon coral reefs.
Could a voice, control my life, I hope it's not fatal.
My inner thoughts can rarely shift.
Your tone has caused my heart to lift.
I've got something I want to say: Am I living a lie? Will I be okay?
Feels like embers, burning slowly.
Combusting all my untapped love,
Glowing bright from the oxygen.
Smoking remnants, signals silence.
Fill me up, I want to learn.
Oh! Forcing all my love to burn.
And now it burns.
I want to feel.
I want you to feel.
I hear you, you're pleading. Don't worry, I can feel it.
The distance is our weakness.
This love will be our secret.
credits
from Words Without Meaning,
track released January 12, 2011
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CASUAL CRISIS
(N. Parent)
Nathan Parent: Acoustic guitar, vocals, electric guitars, tambourine, shakers, hand claps, backing vocals
Helene Gullsvåg: Vocals, backing vocals, sounds
Wilson Holzhaeuser: Electric bass
Eric Doane: Drum kit, backing vocals "Feel"
Words Without Meaning
Produced by: Nathan Parent
Co-Produced by: Ryan Rusch
Engineered and Mixed by: Ryan Rusch at The Weight Room in Washburn, WI from February 2009-December 2010
Mastered by: David Hill at Inland Sea in Superior, WI
Hailing from Chequamegon Bay, Nathan has spent many years crafting musical works of art with dear friends from the local
area and around the globe. Currently working on brand new material with long-time studio owner and friend Ryan Rusch to be released later this year that features several local legends and a few new names from afar. Nathan appreciates all who take the time to listen!! Much love!...more
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