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Silver On My Mind

from Golden Hour by New Olympians

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This track came from a guitar idea Mike had, and I played my drums over the top in a 'demo' sort of way expecting there to be more discussion, attempts and refinements. As these things usually go, that became the final rhythm idea and the song took more shape. Mike then went to town with his synthesiser and layered up some vocals for extra sugar. The lyrics explore the relationship between humans and money.

lyrics

Interesting guests on the mezzanine
A porno refuge caught in a smokescreen
International venues hosting a parade
A thousand menus sitting in the shade

I’ve got silver on my mind
It’s raining in the street
The only place I know is
The ground beneath my feet

Jaded pilgrims cluster at the shrine
Faceless banquets harder to define
Adolescent wet-dreams gather at the square
Beggars on the breadline looking for the fare

I’ve got silver on my mind
It’s raining in the street
The only place I know is
The ground beneath my feet

This girl has something on her mind it’s clear
But how can I make her understand I’m here
To take her mind away
From all that she holds dear

Psychic strangers corporate entertainers
Playing every trick in the pantomime
Ageing mavericks guiding the blind
Imitation vendors never hard to find

I’ve got silver on my mind
It’s raining in the street
The only place I know is
The ground beneath my feet

credits

from Golden Hour, released October 28, 2016
Michael Berrich - vocals, guitar, synthesiser, synth bass
Benjamin McCulloch - drums, programming, mixing, mastering

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New Olympians Glasgow, UK

"Electrifying and powerfully gripping" Nessi Holt (Radio KC)

New Olympians are a band of explorers; always evolving, learning, pursuing their muse regardless of audience expectations or genre. They sound like a blend of The Who’s blues-rock with Beck’s eclectic indie. Michael's standout vocals have been likened to Roger Daltry’s sincere tone and Jamie Woon’s rhythmic soulful style. ... more

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