There are musicians that you like and then there are musicians that you absolutely fall in love with. Sleeping At Last happens to be one of those for me.
Sleeping At Last started out as an indie rock band that was originally formed in 1999.
Eventually two of the band members left leaving Ryan O'Neal, whose who had a major label released in 2003 called “Ghosts.”
On July 15, 2010 the band announced via their website that starting on
October 1, 2010 until September 1, 2011 they would be releasing three
songs on the first day of each month for one year, a project they named Yearbook. The songs were released on their website in twelve separate EPs
named after the month in which they were released (e.g. January,
February, etc.). As of December 8, 2011, all 12 EP's became available in
one Yearbook box set for $45.00.
Some of the bands songs have been featured on Private Practice and Grey's Anatomy. Ryan wrote a song for the Breaking Dawn Part 1 soundtrack "Turning Page". Ryan is very involved in the project TWLOA.
Sleeping At Last has long been a beacon shining brightly on behalf of
independent artists. In the ever-changing climate of the music industry, the
quest for a successful independent career seems evermore difficult to
attain. O’Neal pursues this challenge relentlessly through his commitment to
musical integrity in his songwriting, and in this way nurtures a unique and
personal relationship with his listeners. He has remained true to the things
that brought him to music in the first place: his love of melody and the power
of words. His music and lyrics emerge from a place that is honest and raw,
asking every question that occurs and promising no fast, sure answers, but
somehow always offering hope as the consistent, overarching theme.
I am going to post a few of my favorite songs by them. O'Neal's songwriting paired with his haunting music just does something to move that piece in your heart and soul in a beautiful way. I hope that you grow to love this band as much as I do....
Be sure to pick up his Christmas Collection 2012 album for free Here
This one is my absolute favorite as the lyrics seem to fit a part of my life that most have not yet experienced...
"Smartest thing I've ever learned is that I don't have all the answers...."
This song truly gives me goosebumps and to me,From what I understand, Matt's writing it about from the point of view of a
person who's been seeing spending time with someone for a while. They
feel they're being used and almost have no hope of being anything other
than just an every once in a while thing. When it's convenient for the
other person. He has come to terms with it and for the moment, will just take what he can get....
Lyrics
If finders were keepers, I’d still be at home
Take it or leave it, I'll show you the ropes
When you no longer see me I’ll be gone
So much for answers, I don’t have a clue
I can hear ya, you’re calling from outside my room
You’re still locked inside me, holding on
So I take what i can get
So I take what i can get
I’ll break out your windows, I don’t need a key
Show me your doubts and I’ll make you believe
Yeah, you’re still here to haunt me
You ain’t gone
So I take what I can get
So I take what I can get
If you are coming home
I’ll be out on my own
I don’t need you
To give me back the open wounds
But if you start to shed your skin
Naked heart – wearing thin
When you call
I’ll be here, once again
Let me take a moment to introduce you to Jeremy Current in case you haven't heard of him. Wow, what a truly talented and glorious musician.
"Jeremy Current is an American songwriter, musician, and band leader. He has released two records, including his most recent Dark Land of the Sun in April 2011. He recorded his newest record Dark Land of the Sun
at Skaggs Place Studios in Hendersonville, TN in January 2011. The
album was co-produced by Current and Luke Skaggs. It features
performances by Ricky Skaggs, The Whites, and Grand Ole Opry pedal steel player, Tommy White. The record was engineered and mixed by Grant Harding. Creative Loafing praised Current for his "solid songwriting and lyrical content and the perfect voice for its delivery." -Wikipedia
I discovered him totally by accident while browsing http://noisetrade.com/,
Check out that lovely site where it is legal and free to download music from the artists themselves...
I will introduce you to one of my favorite songs by him so far...
Little Moon
This is a fan made video (by me). I couldn't find a video for this song and I wanted to share it with others.
I hope that you enjoy it and it moves your soul too
I gave this blog the name between the headphones and the heart for this: I have found that no matter what is going on in my life, I can find a song to fit the mood...
Whether it be Billie Holiday for a little sadness or downtime to Paloma Faith for an upbeat, feeling great moment. Musicians pour out their heart and soul into their songs and I feel lucky that I am able to let it move both of mine...
Music has a way of touching your soul and at times it will make you do the following: laugh, cry, dance, smile, sing and remember a moment in your life.
I love to discover new music or even have an artist I have enjoyed for a long time to share with friends. There is nothing better to me than to share my love of music with my friends. I also love when they share their music with me. It's a great thing...
So, I hope that you find something you like here. I love all types of music from classical, jazz, pop, alternative, indy, to rock...
Plug in your earphones and have a listen or two...
