M.M.M. # 29: Sliver's Edge Of Ledd's Silver Lining - Collaborative Art Journey With @Everlove (Original Beat)
This is inspired by @jedau from his 1st-person narrative, fantastical, action-packed, imagination-pleasing, yet reality grounded masterpiece novel "A Day In The Clouds" based on the life of his 7 year old nephew Zepp, named "Ledd" (younger by a couple of years) in the novel, who is disabled and misunderstood by many. @jedau also gives an overview with his "Silver Lining" series describing and explaining the many wonderful aspects of his novel Chapter by Chapter.
The picture above looks like a shimmering line of silver, a sliver of silver amongst the naturalistic water scenery, and if indeed it is a bottled glass container of seaweed and such, then it reminds me of the message in a bottle travailing the seas on a journey, and "A Day In The Clouds" is indeed a Journey like no other! Do not pass up a chance to read this! It cannot be given enough appreciation. Begin at the introduction here A Day In The Clouds: Announcement, A Day In The Clouds: Chapter 1 & Silver Lining # 0 PS Song Breakdown provided below, so press play and read on!
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Sliver's Edge Of Ledd's Silver Lining, which will redirect you to the website soundcloud.
So last M.M.M. #28 and Collaborative Art Journey, I had the honor of gracing and presenting a beat I had made inspired by my friend @dreemit, and since she is sweetly responsible for introducing me to my new friend/brother @jedau, and since my good friend @everlove's title was "Sliver's Edge", it was a catalyst opportunity to do a back to back honoring of great Steemit authors who give us their passion, and ingenious creativity.
Explaining the beat: @jedau and his dedicated readers will pick up on everything I speak about and reference. The intro displays the childhood factor with Ledd's armas de viento (wind manipulation) present and thriving, yet it dissipates in the wake of a new journey to escape, hence the build up of the energetic acoustics using some Rock, hence the Led Zeppelin and Pearl Jam connection and also a symbolic representation of Ledd's active rebellion from his perspective of his own circumstances.
Yet, the peak of the Rock music cuts short, which then leads into a sad sombre melancholy because of Ledd's failed attempts of escaping and finding his true purpose and identity amongst all the confusion and deception. The sadness , shown by the dragging repetitive crying violin, also expresses the reality of his parents deeply caring for him, which was especially evident when Ledd's escape was successful once, but at an emotional cost to his parents and siblings. The Rock section returns one more time to show Ledd's persistence and resilient will, symbolized by the climatic building of the guitars once more in a more dramatic crescendo
The song lacks proper percussion because Ledd's footing is always being swept from beneath him at every turn each time he gets a grip on life and this song is meant to be listened to while the readers enjoy each new Chapter, as well as an inspiring instrumental to accompany @jedau's writing process as he continues to map out some exciting and amazing material to share with us on Ledd's new adventures. At the very end with the resounding piano and acoustic picking, the sadness transitions into a glimmer of hope as the powerfully ancient armas de viento returns to Ledd's control once more preparing and strengthening him for the battle of his life...
You simply must read the novel in order to catch everything. Spend a day in the clouds and find the silver lining while avoiding the sliver's edge. It is amazing and this lengthy breakdown aims to show that there is a reason for everything I do with every music composition.
Thank you for reading this post in its entirety, I hope you can take something from this for what it's worth.
If you missed my other previous Melodious Music Memoirs, including Open Mic Contest Wk Entries, Please click on the provided links below:
Melodious Music Memoirs # 1: Change The World
Melodious Music Memoirs # 2: Impact
Melodious Music Memoirs # 3: My Mother
THE STEEMIT SONG
Melodious Music Memoirs # 4: Statements
Melodious Music Memoirs # 5: Love, Passion, Passion, Love
Melodious Music Memoirs # 6: Nothing But Bliss - Open Mic Night Contest Wk 2 Entry
Melodious Music Memoirs # 7: The Bitcoin Song - Open Mic Night Contest Wk 3 Entry
Melodious Music Memoirs # 8: Vacay - Open Mic Night Contest Wk 4 Entry
Open Mic Night Wk 5 Entry: Grim Is Out Stretching Death Fields
Melodious Music Memoirs # 9: When Darkness Falls
Open Mic Night Wk 6 Entry: Amnesia
Open Mic Night Wk 7 Entry: Last Day
Open Mic Night Wk 8 Entry: Spaceman Jones
Open Mic Night Wk 9 Entry: Somehow
Melodious Music Memoirs # 10: Structural Adaptation Acoustic and Oriental Versions
Melodious Music Memoirs # 11: All Dogs Go To Heaven - R.I.P. Bear
Melodious Music Memoirs # 12: Epic Arena
Melodious Music Memoirs # 13: Fast Lane
Open Mic Night Wk 10 Entry: End Of My Season
Melodious Music Memoirs # 14: Industrial Flames All Fired Up
Open Mic Night Wk 11 Entry: Get With The BlockChain
Melodious Music Memoirs # 15: Shattered Rainbows, Broken Skies
Melodious Music Memoirs # 16: Whip
THE BIGFOOT SONG
Melodious Music Memoirs # 17: Romance & Bliss
Open Mic Night Wk 12 Entry: Crime Lord
Melodious Music Memoirs # 18: Do You See What Chia Seeds?
Open Mic Night Wk 13 Entry: Dad, I Believe That's Love
Open Mic Night Wk 14 Entry: Barz
Melodious Music Memoirs # 19: Recuperation, Rejuvenation
Melodious Music Memoirs # 20: Wisdom Of The Ancients
Open Mic Night Wk 15 Entry: M.A.S.H. Theme
Open Mic Night Wk 16 Entry: Lass Gehn, Let's Go!
Melodious Music Memoirs # 21: It's Hard To Trust But To Love… I Must
Open Mic Night Wk 17 Entry: What Could Go Wrong?
Melodious Music Memoirs # 22: Summer Gladness
Melodious Music Memoirs # 23: The Marvellous Matriarch
Melodious Music Memoirs # 24: The Cool Cats On Steemit
@Soundlegion's SuperNova Steemit Producer Challenge Entry
Open Mic Night Wk # 18 Entry: Your Dreams
Open Mic Night Wk 19 Entry: The Flute Of Fools
Melodious Music Memoirs # 25: On The Ball
Open Mic Night Wk 20 Entry: Sea Of Love
Open Mic Night Wk 21 Entry: No Defeat
Melodious Music Memoirs # 26: Ethereal Presence
Open Mic Night Wk 22 Entry: Eye Contact
Open Mic Night Wk 23 Entry: PizzaGate
Melodious Music Memoirs # 27: Shadow Man-Dala
Open Mic Night Wk 24 Entry: Cherish
Melodious Music Memoirs # 28: Official Song Release Of "Cherish"
Open Mic Night Wk 25 Entry: I'mma Be A Father AKA "Harmony's Song"
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This was incredibly beautiful, I could feel every nuance settling into my spirit as I listened, right to the perfect end of gentle waves. I definitely will listen to it when I read the next chapter of @jedau's incredible story. Shadow mandala and slivers edge...that is an amazing coincidence, and so perfect. And the pictures were also superbly chosen.
I just love you @verbal-d, you are the type of individual who makes another's life richer by being a part of it. You and jed truly are brothers of the spirit, to one another and to me, your friendships have brought me so much joy, and I do so hope that one day we will meet and give one another great big bear hugs. But if we don't get that opportunity, know that my spirit hugs your spirit every time we connect here.
Oh, if you change one of your tags to originaltag, you should be able to enter this in @the-future's original tag contest, since I'm pretty sure originalmusic is not a tag that's being used.
Absolutely magnificent job, resteeming. XO
Thank you so much for your heartwarming sentiments my dear friend. I wanted to create something extremely beautiful and I hope @jedau can find something deeply moving about this piece for future chapters. And yes, @everlove is definitely connected in this whole interwoven tapestry of gifting, love, community and appreciation so coincidence or divine intervention, either way I'm cherishing it all. Indeed it would be great if we had the opportunity to all meet up, and in the least, Group video chat on some creative ideas and share stories. Our spirits are definitely connected and so glad for all of our friendships
Also, I just entered this into @the-future's contest so thanks so much for the heads up. I do hope I win!
Wow, man, you have done an amazing work, and I can't find the right words to show my appreciation for you and your work! You are really a good person and people should be amazed by your post! You are very inspiring person bro! All the best!
Thank you very much bro, I appreciate you taking time out of your busy day to check out my post and share your kind thoughts and blessing me with your words. I love the positive energy we all share with one another. Let the inspiration continue to travel and connect with everyone we can affect directly and indirectly. All the best to you as well!
Oh my gosh @dreemit!! I feel the same. It's such a delight to be around people who are truly making a difference, and sharing from that sacred place within. Hugs to you too. Hopefully we will all meet one day in person, though we have already met through the heart. What a blessing!!!
Hey hey man! I do like this, it does embody the struggle that is present in the writing of here's travails! I really liked the semi distorted guitar. Was that real guitar or midi distorted? I am being a guitar player... Either way it rawked :0)
Hey hey hey. Thanks very much I do appreciate you listening to this as a fellow supporter of the novel. I'm grateful for your feedback truly and happy that you believe I captured the struggle as well. It is a real guitar sample that I used, I really liked the effect it had. It resonated well. Much thanks again
So sweetness, i got speechless. The soundcloud played directly here. Killer in how it touched me, befitting for everything in this post and transcends even beyond as my story in this sound, the whole journey and March is beautiful month that will fix it. Great to meet you! I will keep it in mind to donate something tiny soon!
Nice rhyme with your first two phrases sweetness/speechless :) I'm glad it moved you and your comment brings me a lot of happiness. Great to meet you too, I appreciate your kind words and future donation. Thank you very much
That was distressingly beautiful, it was hurting my chest (don't take this as a bad thing, my entire body will feel music if I think it's good and I'll just kind of hear it possibly with some reluctance if I don't XD).
Thank you so much for that extremely raw feedback. That's the first time I've ever received a counter-balancing compliment with distressingly beautiful. I'm happy that I was able to make such an emotional impact, and I too, also, feel music with my entire being. I appreciate you taking time to leave your thoughts here. Much gratitude
what an awesome journey of art, thanks for providing this one and hinting to it @verbal-d
Oh you are most welcome @uwelang, thank you for giving this the time of day and your undivided attention, I truly am grateful for your feedback.
and LONG ago, i think i commented on one of your post that your child is mixed, similar to me. i wonder why i lost track of you account.
It might have been awhile ago, or on her actual account @happyharmonymay. But at least we have reconnected again :) I love my mixed family.
Great stuff as always :)
SteemOn!
Thank you very much @andrew0, I hope you are doing great. I appreciate your nice comment and you listening
I am late to this party but so incredibly moved by the heart in every facet of this experience. The expression that flows through you, @verbal-d, is incredibly moving from the depths of existence. In so many ways you have touched the hearts of people, and you spread it around like wild-fire!
The gifs you choose, the words you speak, the inspirations you follow ( @dreemit and @jedau), the sound you express and the love you share is miraculous. You have captured the story in such a short piece, and it suits the events to a tea. Your walking us through the experience of your intention is easy to feel so profoundly.
I really love not only your incredible talents, but the being that you are. Just reading all of these comments confirms my sentiments about you. It's so great to see my feelings put into words by others. You are an extraordinary artist and human being. I am truly grateful to be a part of your life. Thank you for all that you are. You're making a powerful impact on all those who know you. Sending so many hugs your way and to all of those who also jump on this love train!
Re-reading this comment and rehearing this song, thank you for all your love my friend, I miss you and your presence, I hope all is well. Happy New Year my dear friend
Ohhhhh so awesome to connect with you again dear @verbal-d! I' glad you are still bringing forth the awesomeness!!!
I'm working to progress the movement of the @gardenofeden through our transition. So much focus and deliberate attention. Keeping just a bit of a presence here on Steemit.
Thanks for reaching out and sharing the love. I miss you too and hope that your world is better than ever!!!
That's okay my friend, the party is a continual celebration of our friendships, love and positive impact on one another. You're not late at all! And I'm so glad you continue to support my efforts and find value and beauty in my compositions. I owe a lot of inspiration and opportunity to you :) Thank you so much, it is great to acknowledge appreciate while being acknowledged and appreciated. So glad to have you as my friend here and beyond
Ditto ditto ditto!! Oh so incredibly blessed are we!
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Thank you for the update
BRO!! My day has only just begun and you've already complete my whole week! This melody really captures all the details of the story. I can't believe how accurate this is! To think, you haven't even read the ending!! People who listen to this would get an idea of how the story progresses haha!
Heck, even the GIFs fit the narrative so well! You've become so proficient with picking those out that you make it look easy!
From his down moments to the action sequences to the mood swings, the essence of the story is encapsulated within this wonderful composition. I'm so honored to have been given this. I had thought that the Shadow Man-dala piece that you did for @dreemit was already wonderful, but I never imagined that my story would get the same treatment.
I have been slow to comment here because I've been busy telling everyone I know about this. This is such a wonderful gift that I will cherish for the rest of my life! Since you made this as an accompaniment to every chapter, I shall do just that and include this in every one.
This has truly touched my soul and moved me to tears. Every note, every riff coursed through every fiber of my being. Out of all my favorite beats of yours (which are already many), this is something that I would cherish forever. Man, if I could only give you all the votes I would!
I already told my cousin about this and she's over the moon! They're currently in the city for Zepp's therapy session, but she and her husband sends their love and gratitude for this. She'll try to use the @zeppelin account to comment though I doubt their busy schedule would permit them to do so.
Bless you, brother! You were made to bring joy to the whole world and you're fulfilling every aspect of your purpose. I will forever stand by what I said before about you making a huge mark in the years to come. People who haven't been able to bask in the greatness of your work are missing half of their lives. I will continue to do my best to preach the magnificence of @verbal-d!!
You are so welcome bro, I can't wait until you login and check your profile again. The blessings have not stopped from just the musical post!
I am so glad to have captured the true essence of the story and the real emotions of the situation and the human experience of your nephew. Your response made it more than worthwhile, it is priceless and your words are moving and amazing, that it impacted my heart tenfold.
The fact that this is your favorite beat for life and will be cherished with such appreciation is more than I could have asked or expected. I'm elated as well to have made a difference and I send my greetings and positive energy to your cousin and husband.
This is truly the best compliment/comment, next to @dreemit's, that I have ever received. You guys are simply great friends of encouragement and gratitude. Let's keep inspiring one another. Steem on bro, looking forward to the next Chapter and Silver Lining :)
You know, I've actually commissioned a theme song for my first novel, and while it was good, it's nowhere near the level of Sliver's Edge. This melody is miles ahead. To think, this was all done voluntarily. Just goes to show your masterful stroke and the goodness in your heart, my bro!
I didn't even know the story had a missing piece before you crafted this into existence. This truly completed the story for me, and I just wish that I could repay this gesture in the future! :D
Your friendship repays the gesture, no matter how much time passes, always remember that bro.
Oh wow this reply took quite a while! Haha!