kate sent me a lovely piece of music and asked if i would like to write lyrics for it, of course i answered with an enthusiastic yes. her voice can turn the most modest lyric to gold.. and when she sings her own music she can take the lis tener on a s tratospheric ride.
music and performance kate stanton
lyrics bill white
music and performance kate stantom
lyrics bill white
A Species Evolves
as planets revolve,
a species evolves
in appearance
if not always in truth
the coffee is on
and the wild fawns
are gone
with the magic of wizards
and the instincts of lizards
they lead armies
of stunted, jurassic youths
the coffee is on
and the wild fawns
are gone
as planets revolve,
a species evolves
in appearance
if not always in truth
the coffee is on
and the wild fawns
are gone
@timfatchen Mar 2022
The piano sequences and progressions caught me first, the Kate voice next, then I started actually listening to the lyric, which is the clearest and most elegant statement fo fallign short and disappointment that I've heard in a long while. And this was written before Ukraine...
@oswlek Mar 2022
This is a little jarring, the combination of Kate's evocative, pleading vocal and the imagery used in the lyric. It feels like it's tapping into some deeper truth, but I can't quite put my finger on what that truth is! :)
@wylddandelyon Mar 2022
This is lovely. The vocals are great, and fit the music perfectly, and I like the images in the music.
#tit4tat
@berni1954 Mar 2022
Fine contrast between the profound verses and the quotidian nature of the chorus. Superb arrangement and vocals.
@fearlessflight2014 Mar 2022
Haunting, plaintive, ethereal - both lyric and music. Such a natural flow, nothing forced or contrived. Just beautiful!
@radiobenedetto Feb 2022
I like how Bill has taken the unfolding clockwork of the synth loop and piano and run with it as a mediation on evolution, or how we haven't evolved as much as it would seem. Kate, your voice is ethereal as always. I like the high harmonies underlying this. The "coffee is on" stanza is a really enigmatic beat to end on. Great collab!
@feb21sundari Feb 2022
As english is not my mothertongue I listen to sound and felt enchanted.
After the translation... that magic stayed. Great.
@jorh Feb 2022
The writing is really sharp - I love the idea of evolving ‘in appearance if not always in truth’. Obviously killed it with the vocal too, it really added to the other worldly, stratosphere vibe
@heliosonorous Feb 2022
Awesome piece, really well sung, the vocal doublings are well utilized, and the lyrics fit the feel of the sound.
@caitlin Feb 2022
This is absolutely mesmerizing. The coffee is ON.
@cleanshoes Feb 2022
Kate's music and vocals are transporting, and your lyrics are rife with enchanting, thought-provoking imagery. Nicely done!
@ferry0123 Feb 2022
This chord progression stands out to me. My focus was on it while the vocals are adding beauty to it. Wow, this is good! I'm sure the lyrics contributed lots to this vocal melody. Needless to say: great collab. This has lots op potential.
@musicsongwriter Feb 2022
Magical song and collaboration. I love the music progression. Beautiful lyrics, music, singing and playing.
@jerrypettit Feb 2022
I'm always so gobsmacked at Kate's vocals, that I forget what a great musical arranger she is. BEAUTIFUL song, musically.
And Bill's lyrics--JEEZ! Very, very nice, my friend! Kate obviously inspired you!
@writeandwrong Feb 2022
Beautiful collaboration; vocals are en-pointe; I love that coffee is in the lyric; the lyrics are tight and visual; there's this all-encompassing unity here; definitely an existential feeling while listening to this. Love it!
@allaboutgeorge Feb 2022
It's almost 5 p.m. where I am, and I suddenly want coffee.
@wacha Feb 2022
This is such a wonderful collaboration, Bill's lyrics are simple but thought provoking and Kate's performance is breathtaking. There's a lot of restraint in both the lyrics and the delivery that I really appreciated. The length left me wanting more but in a good way.
@sunnymae Feb 2022
This is pure magic. There is an urgency in the vocals that deliver BIlls image studded lyrics perfectly along with Kates sweeping piano arrangement.
You bring life to each other's work. That is the sign of a truly unique musical partnership.
@helenseviltwin Feb 2022
Utterly glorious. The shifting time signature, the glorious vocals and ethereal arrangement all bring these lyrics to life in the best way. Nicely done, both.
@djtjb Feb 2022
You two really knocked this one out of the park! I had to give it a few listens b/c there is quite a lot to take in in such a short amount of time. The lyrics are haunting and Kate's delivery evokes such an emotional response to them. I really really enjoyed this.
@dzdandcunfsd Feb 2022
This is really great!
"With the magic of wizards
and the instincts of lizards"
Is one of those lines/phrases/rhymes that just slaps you in the face with how "easy" it should have been.
Excellent performance as always Kate, and just a really spot on write here!
@nadine Feb 2022
Thought-provising lyrics, well done. Kate, your performance is great as usual. Doing something with a harp is a good idea, but I wonder why it's tagged as piano-ballad.
@cts Feb 2022
I'm drinking coffee, actually. I've listened a few times now and am still amazed at how awesome collabs are. Now mind you, I have some takeaways regarding the placement of the chorus and how all scenarios circle back to it (chorus). I'm getting Carl Jung. I'm getting Synchronicity II. I'm getting life continues and some things remain the same. Wonderful piece, y'all.
@gm7 Feb 2022
This is a cool collab. very interesting lyrics, as always from Bill, and Kate 's wonderfully smooth performance. This is a great line:
'with the magic of wizards
and the instincts of lizards'
@brisk Feb 2022
Yes, this is a really nice team effort - the arpeggios(?) circling round and round sound lovely, as does your voice. Some lovely turns of phrase in the lyrics - jurassic youths shouts out, as does the words of the repeated refrain - it's really impressive.
@gammafied Feb 2022
So mystical and magical. The plucked music line sends me into a fairy tale. The vocal line floats and soars and completes this fantasy world. Things to change over time. This presents the general concept of evolution as a matter fact, but not painting it as all good or all bad. Nice take.
@davidtaro Feb 2022
The slightly mysterious lyrics perfectly match the ethereal melody. Love those backing vocals, Kate, almost like another instrument in the mix. Great collab!!
@donna Feb 2022
Lovely collaboration. Beautiful music and vocals, as always, from Kate, and meaningful lyrics from Bill. I especially like this section:
'as planets revolve,
a species evolves
in appearance
if not always in truth'
Indeed.
@klaus Feb 2022
Yup, mass coffee production destroys rain forests. That's how evolved we actually are. Of course this mournful and cutting lyrics by Bill have more levels in it but I'll leave it to others to interpret.
Kate's music is modern but also has a folk vibe to it, especially in the harp sound. It really fits the lyrics. Also Kate's vocals have a really nice timeless quality ( and beauty ) which perfectly mirrors Bill's lyrics' scope in time and the big subjects.
Great collaboration.
@metalfoot Feb 2022
The lyrics are deeply insightful and the music is lovely. Great collab!
@yam655 Feb 2022
This was lovely! Very nicely done, all around.
@richaaaay Feb 2022
Kate, always such a pleasure to hear you sing. Really nice collaboration. Bill, nice job with the lyrics, as usual...You two make a good team.
@coolparadiso Feb 2022
love what you guys do together. very good lyric. your parts are seamless - i just wanted more :-) lovely