JonginBey Posted June 5, 2021 Posted June 5, 2021 6 hours ago, Aurora said: I’ve had quite a few ideas but honestly don’t think any of them are a good fit for the challenge. Thinking of taking a step back and trying not to over complicate things. Literally me. I mean, I think they’re a good fit but can’t find the words to execute them
Aurora Posted June 5, 2021 Posted June 5, 2021 1 hour ago, JonginBey said: Literally me. I mean, I think they’re a good fit but can’t find the words to execute them I think I have an idea now, hopefully. Not that I've really started. *** In other news I've finally got my discography page up to date (peep in signature if you want a big cringe) which invalidates the last of my procrastination excuses for now. It's extremely cold here right now and pouring rain so if my brain doesn't freeze, I will begin working on this song.
Aurora Posted June 6, 2021 Posted June 6, 2021 Began and completed my song today. After a somewhat difficult start, all I will say is that I love this piece. I'm unsure if I will include a commentary or just let it speak for itself. I will sleep on it and then decide in the morning I think. EDIT: I've submitted. I decided to include a commentary section for consistency. Don't feel like bumping the thread again so I'll post a teaser closer to the deadline.
JonginBey Posted June 7, 2021 Posted June 7, 2021 I always lose track of time to the point that I assume the deadline is sooner than it is (the same thing happened last round ). I guess the unnecessary pressure kinda helps though, because I went from absolutely nothing to two verses and a pre-chorus shortly after. I'll use the next day or two to make sure I write a good chorus and bridge (because I feel like those are my weak areas).
miguel Posted June 8, 2021 Author Posted June 8, 2021 22 hours ago, JonginBey said: I always lose track of time to the point that I assume the deadline is sooner than it is (the same thing happened last round ). I guess the unnecessary pressure kinda helps though, because I went from absolutely nothing to two verses and a pre-chorus shortly after. I'll use the next day or two to make sure I write a good chorus and bridge (because I feel like those are my weak areas). On this note: a bit over 72 hours left to send! Spoiler @hurricane326 @Gastrodonatella @Astro @ProPopGirlStan @Aurora @Prisoner @8thPrince @Jackson@Drifloon @Dessy @Auburn @ughgabriel @Overprotected @Noah @luckystrike @CountryBritney@JonginBey
8thPrince Posted June 8, 2021 Posted June 8, 2021 R1. Pegasus Marine (Peak: #1) R2. Summer's Evidence (Peak: #3) NEW!! R3. Diamond Messiah (Peak: ???)
JonginBey Posted June 9, 2021 Posted June 9, 2021 billboard @billboard • 2m ... @JonginBey shares first details about his upcoming B-side track "As It is," expecting to drop some time this week. "As It Is, is about...to put it frankly, people suck, and you don't have the energy to fight everybody. It is what it is."
Aurora Posted June 9, 2021 Posted June 9, 2021 ? “…all they’d ever dreamed of lay within the riverbed” ?
Jackson Posted June 9, 2021 Posted June 9, 2021 ngl I didn't even have a concept until yesterday but I just finished a draft and I'm liking what I have. i still need to sit on it for a day and possibly make some edits ironically my title has the word “me” in it but i promise it fits the challenge
miguel Posted June 9, 2021 Author Posted June 9, 2021 11 hours ago, Aurora said: ? “…all they’d ever dreamed of lay within the riverbed” ? loving this cover art
Prisoner Posted June 9, 2021 Posted June 9, 2021 Submitted. Went for a shorter entry this round, will see how that turns out
Dessy Posted June 10, 2021 Posted June 10, 2021 I went through like 5 different concepts this round but this one I manage to pull something out of. I hope it's enough to prevent my elimination
Jackson Posted June 10, 2021 Posted June 10, 2021 ok but why did i just have a dream that hug posted reviews and absolutely dragged me. foreshadowing?
miguel Posted June 10, 2021 Author Posted June 10, 2021 Deadline has been extended 24 hours until June 11th, at 11:59 pm EST (around 29 hours away from now!) Spoiler @hurricane326 @Gastrodonatella @Astro @ProPopGirlStan @Aurora @Prisoner @8thPrince @Jackson@Drifloon @Dessy @Auburn @ughgabriel @Overprotected @Noah @luckystrike @CountryBritney@JonginBey
JonginBey Posted June 10, 2021 Posted June 10, 2021 Which one of you asked for the extension this time?
Aurora Posted June 11, 2021 Posted June 11, 2021 On 6/9/2021 at 11:23 PM, miguel said: loving this cover art Thank you. In light of this and the extension, I may as well post my "press release". *** Welcome to another New Music Friday, Aurorites! With all of Aurora's reissues dropping in #Mayrora, all we have to report on this week is Aurora's next single from the upcoming album 'Aurenaissance'. The third track from Aurora's upcoming sixth studio album is titled "Riverbed (Aspen's Lullaby)" and is thought to see the return of Aurora to a more folk-driven style adapted in her 2017 'Diamond Mountain' and 'Mine' eras. The track has been described as a soothing, story-driven song with a message. Its cover art depicts Aspen trees overlooking a river against a mountainous backdrop. The song is expected to act as the next offering from the 'exocanvas' side of the album, following the #6 peaking "2". Find an exclusive early preview of the lyrics to "Riverbed (Aspen's Lullaby)" below, and make sure to pre-order/pre-save the new single, as well as upcoming album 'Aurenaissance'! Spoiler “Riverbed (Aspen’s Lullaby)” first verse Aspen was a youngling from the far side of a mountain Their early years were stunted from the shadow of its might But as young Aspen burgeoned with their broadening horizons The mountain’s river rapidly was flowing into sight Aspen then grew old enough to branch out to the river Surrounded by extended family and friends alike Its mystery cascaded into waterfalls of wonder Another silhouette bathed in the warm refracted light first chorus If Aspen could command the earth into eternal sundown They’d sacrifice the brightest stars that beg the sun to set Not even could a twinkling twilight sky entice their interest Since all they’d ever dreamed of lay within the riverbed second verse Summertime was kind and let the duo play together Running from the undertow and dancing on the breeze Fields of green became a scene of vibrant technicolor Gold-plated glory days spent falling with the leaves Snow would also fall providing Aspen with a blanket Quaking quickly while the river soon began to freeze Aspen’s vulnerability brought bravery to blossom Embracing all the butterflies with understated ease second chorus If Aspen never heard another sound besides the water They’d tremble to its treble medley even in its ebb Not likely would a wildfire’s warning wane their worship When all they’d ever dreamed of lay within the riverbed bridge Aspen’s admiration only strengthened through the years But time wasn’t as kindly to the river where they fell Summer’s eve saw Aspen plead for rain to save their tears As settlers upstream diverged the water for themselves Not a year went by before the settlers found Aspen Not a month went by before their family was felled Not a day goes by that Aspen doesn’t miss the riverbed Now the eldest soul left in an old plantation hell final chorus If Aspen used their power to communicate with others They wouldn’t warn the younglings of the turbulence ahead But stories of tranquility would flow through generations As all they’d ever dreamed of lay within the riverbed
miguel Posted June 11, 2021 Author Posted June 11, 2021 1 hour ago, JonginBey said: Which one of you asked for the extension this time? 1 hour ago, Auburn said: yasssss take a guess
JonginBey Posted June 11, 2021 Posted June 11, 2021 23 minutes ago, miguel said: take a guess @Auburn
Prisoner Posted June 11, 2021 Posted June 11, 2021 16 hours ago, Aurora said: Find an exclusive early preview of the lyrics to "Riverbed (Aspen's Lullaby)" below, and make sure to pre-order/pre-save the new single, as well as upcoming album 'Aurenaissance'! Reveal hidden contents I love this! I have a question though, is this 'Aspen' supposed to be like a glacier/snow that has melted and became a brook? and also, did they became a dam towards the end? the twist
Aurora Posted June 11, 2021 Posted June 11, 2021 5 hours ago, Prisoner said: I love this! I have a question though, is this 'Aspen' supposed to be like a glacier/snow that has melted and became a brook? and also, did they became a dam towards the end? the twist Thank you! And oh wow, that actually wasn't an interpretation I had in mind, but I'd say it's a perfectly valid one. The song was designed to be ambiguous and able to be interpreted in different ways, and I can definitely see how you came to that conclusion, and it's honestly not far off thematically. Here's the commentary I included for the judges with my song if you'd like a further analysis: Spoiler “Riverbed (Aspen’s Lullaby)” is a third-person narrative style song inspired by Aspen trees. I set out to write a song describing the natural relationship between a tree and a river in a way that could also be interpreted as or related to a human relationship. Aspen trees–specifically the species known as Quaking Aspen or Trembling Aspen–inspired this piece as not only is the name Aspen gender-neutral, but the trees themselves have many properties that I felt lent themselves to lyrical ideas. One interpretation of the song may be that a young Aspen sapling grows tall enough to watch over the riverbed, remaining by its side through the seasons, until human interference, deforestation, and theft of natural resources for personal gain destroy everything the Aspen once knew, only being spared due to not being grown enough to warrant being felled for timber. Another interpretation of the song may explore themes of curiosity, young love, colonization, displacement, and loss of life. No matter the interpretation, a common enemy is clear, and a harsh reality is observed. The final chorus highlights that no matter the interpretation, the younglings will not be burdened with the pain their predecessors endured, but blessed with folk tales of the riverbed for many generations to come.
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