Myths Of The Raging Seas

This is the first real musical collaboration I've had. Both music and lyrics were written by me and Miira. I took care of the arrangement with BIAB and Miira sang. Intention was to make some kind of a celtic song. Hopefully it has at least some celtic feel This was really fun experience and I think the outcome is quite nice for the first attempt.

Drums: Action Strikes, RD Bodhran Celtic Reel

Realtracks:
Acoustic Bass Bowed #2482, Celtic #1162
Cello #1856
Acoustic guitar #1814
Fiddle #1787, #2549
String quartet #2334
Acoustic piano #2503
Harp #2773

MIDI:
Strings from STR_QT44.sty (IO)
MST #2058 (IO)
melody - bagpipe (GPO4)

Vocals: Miira, Shevannai VST

Mixed in Adobe Audition 2017

Lyrics:

Misty was the morning
when she heard the call
of the legend her mother told
two brothers, seven ships
sailing to new worlds brave and bold
dreaming of wealth
fights alongside the king
through the beast attack
a ghost came back.

No heroes returning,
no treasures, no souvenirs
only the echoes of yearning
only losses and their fears.

Deirdre was a dainty girl
with white hair
all princes wanted to marry her
but she wanted to fight
to be a soldier like her brothers were
with her sword to defy
the myths of the raging seas
in a ruthless breeze.

[Chorus]

Mother could never hold her tears
as Deirdre left for the oceans
she knew it would cause the evil to rise
but she could not restrain her emotions
she tried to hide her sorrow
and gave her daughter advice
for there wouldn't be tomorrow
if ghost of the sea hears her cries

"Keep your silence,
don't show fear to the beast
for nothing will come back
that's been swallowed by the seas"

The kingdom sleeps in misery
silence descended
back on the troubled shores
a mother in grief
losing her dear ones in those wars
she curses the gods,
the monsters of seas
she sets the sail
to join the tale.

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Janne

Janne

Incredibly atmospheric. Excellent use of different elements to create a ethereal song.
Clever innovative and nice unexpected changes as the piece develops.

Peter

Hi Janne,

I agree with Peter. This is very atmospheric. 'Haunting' was the first word that appeared in my mind just after the introduction started.

Miira's singing is a perfect fit for the mood and the story. She has done a great job.

The arrangement is incredibly inventive. You've really given it your all. Very impressive.

This is definitely a work that you and Miira can feel proud of. You've got my applause!

Regards,
Noel

Wow what a beautiful song. Real tracks and midi were just awesome. Super backtrack and the vocal was excellent. Super delivery. Lyrics were excellent as well...

Hauntingly beautiful.

I think Miira's vocals could come up front a bit more.

Regardless, it is a very unique and great composition. You must be very proud of this achievement.

Janne,

I really enjoyed this... Agree with the others - very atmospheric - love the overall feel.

Bob

Terrific write, arrangement and performance. This has a very sophisticated feel throughout the whole piece. Excellent work and a nice enjoyable listen.


Charlie

Thanks Peter for your kind words, I'm glad you liked about atmosphere and all those details

Janne

Thanks Noel for your applause, your comments are always so positive and encouraging And yes we feel proud of the work

Janne

Thanks Scott for commenting, and liking especially the vocal and lyrics

Janne

Thanks Videotrack for appreciating our work I actually spent quite a long time with the vocals to find the right level at each section, but I agree that the vocals could be more front in some places.

Janne

Very nice! Haunting, as others have said. Beautifully textured.

This is really good. Your instrumentation is perfect for this haunting beautiful song. Mira does an outstanding job and her singing really sets the mood. If I could change one thing it would be to lower the violin and piano parts while Mira is singing the verses. IMHO they distract from Mira's excellent singing, however I am still giving you two thumbs up on this excellent piece of music.

A very ambitious and to these ears, successful song which drew me into the mystery in both lyrics and music. A celtic sound yes, but with a modern feel that reminded me of Enya and Sandy Denny in her Fotheringay time.
Well done!

Robert

Thanks Bob for loving and commenting



Thanks Charlie for your kind words

Janne

Great Composition, lots going on making it really interesting.
Maybe the vocals could have been a touch more forward but I love female vocals in atmospheric songs. Yep I think it was Celtic, contemporary and you have both done a fantastic job!

PS Listened to some other compositions of yours too. Very Talented, and inspirational!

Peter said it well.

Nice listen.

J&B

Thanks David for commenting, I'm glad you think it's haunting

Janne

Thanks Mario for your positive words And thanks for your valuable feedback concerning the vocal being distracted. I think I mixed vocals bit too low because I didn't trust my ears.

Janne

Thanks Robert for commenting, I appreciate that you find it celtic, well thanks to BIAB it is possible Thanks also for mentioning Sandy Denny, I hadn't heard about her before but now I'm going to get to know her music better.

Janne

Hello, Janne

This is very atmospheric and powerful song.
Miira's vocal is very beautiful.
This song reminds me of Titanic's Theme of Celine Dion.
The use of harp is very effective.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.

Best regards.

Shigeki Adachi

Wow - what can I say about this song that hasn't been said already?! (I am in love with this song!)

Miira's vocals are perfect, just like everything else about this song - thank you for sharing it!

This is today's Hot Forum Topic

Thanks for listening, also my other songs too, and giving so encouraging, inspirational and kind comment

Janne

Janne,

Very nice song.

The voice of Miira adds a unique atmosphere and attraction to it. I also like the fiddle part which is one of the keys for the celtic music.

I enjoyed it a lot.

Hiroshi

Beautiful, absolutely beautiful voice and music. Of course, it's celtic. But, I'm Danish, so to me the lyrics were more Viking than celtic. (I do think, it's nothing compared to the wonderful song, but your photo is not right, it's a commercial ship, not a warrior ship.)

Thanks Janice & Bud for commenting

Janne

Thanks Shigeki for your nice comment, I'm glad to hear you also liked Miira's beautiful vocal

Janne

Thanks Callie for giving such a lovely positive comment It's a really big honor to get our song to hot forum topic

Janne

Thanks Hiroshi for enjoying and liking the atmosphere, thanks to BIAB for the fiddles, they really fit this song

Janne

Thanks Marty for your beautiful words. I hope to time-travel next time to get the right lyrical feeling and real warrior ship pictures

Janne