#Blueberry Hill

[vintagestay]

Blueberry hill inspired lock screen 🫐

[kemetic-dreams]

“Pianist, singer and songwriter Antoine “Fats” Domino was born in New Orleans LA, in the lower ninth ward on February 26, 1928.”

“Fats is known for his chart topping hits: Aint That A Shame, Blueberry Hill and I'm Walkin'. Fats' unique piano style and voice would later attract millions from all over the world and result in a career spanning more than five decades, more than 25 gold singles and more than 65 million records sold.

Fats and his wife, Rosemary Hall, (pictured above) were married more than 60 years and had eight children. Fats died on Oct. 24, 2017. He was 89

[rookiebrass]

Fats Domino sold more than 65 million records in his life time, and for good reason!

[planetoidsfun]

Blueberry Hill

[kontextmaschine]

Hm.

[mutenostrilagony]

Mini trip to STL today 🖤

[harrelltut]

MBRYO x U7 :: BLUEBERRY HILL

[history105rockandrollblog]

Lecture 3: The beloved Fats Domino singing his bluesy signature tune “Blueberry Hill” on The Ed Sullivan Show in 1956. The song was one of many huge hits for Fats, one of the most enduring and significant early rock ‘n’ roll performers. Fats was by no means the first to sing the song, originally published in 1940. Before him, other performers of the song included Glenn Miller’s Orchestra, Gene Autry, Kay Kyser, Jimmy Dorsey, and Louis Armstrong. But Fats Domino’s 1956 version of the song, recorded on the Imperial label, would be the most successful version, reaching #2 on the Billboard Pop charts and #1 on the R&B charts.

[thebandcampdiaries]

After Fiasco introducing a brand new release: "Blueberry Hill"

After Fiasco is an alternative rock/emo band from Germany.

The band has a strong focus on creating music that seamlessly explores a huge range of styles and influences. Some bands are quite stuck in their own definitions. However, others are actually keen on setting the bar higher and looking for new creative ideas. Each member of the band has its own sonic space in the mix, and "Blueberry Hill" feels like a perfect opportunity to push the boundaries of the band's vision and sound.

"Blueberry Hill," which also comes with a matching music video, is a song that deals with the concept of facing the raw truth of existence. We are experiencing unsettling times, so many of us know what it is like to be constantly surrounded by anxiety, uncertainty, and despondency. The song came up after an impulse from the band's vocalist Marc Liedtke, who actually composed this track. He had the idea after spending a week indoors, staring at the ceiling and feeling quite isolated. He went as far as ignoring all phone calls and avoiding any type of engagement or social interaction.

Marc's earnest lyrics match the concept to perfection. He seems to describe a longing for escape from the complexities of life, coupled with a sense of loss of hope and loneliness. He cleverly uses the imagery of a maze as a powerful metaphor to explain how intricate it can be to navigate such feelings of existential dread. In spite of that, the lyrics also feel quite aware of the situation and embrace the situation head-on, with no fear.

Besides the deeper introspective topic, what makes "Blueberry Hill" special is definitely the fact that it showcases the band's diverse stylistic references, as well as signaling their ability to blur the lines between various influences. The song highlights After Fiasco's emotive music and the band's ability to combine intense guitars and dynamic rhythms with raw vocals that are so expressive and authentic. The song kicks off with a mid-tempo groove, with energetic drums and crunchy guitars. The vocals start at 14 seconds in, immediately staying true to the track's introspective yet energetic feel. One of the most distinctive elements of the composition is the presence of ambient guitar licks, such as the part starting at about 36 seconds in. These simple yet highly expressive single-note licks add so much atmosphere and depth, showcasing the band's tasteful restraint. The chorus kicks it up a notch, with more instrumental intensity and even the vocals acquiring another level of power. The background vocals add to the evocative power of the arrangement, creating a powerful yet mesmerizing twist. The instrumental break after the first chorus showcases once more how much you can do while still keeping things simple: there is no need for excessive noodling! The second verse flows smoothly but adds some extra goodies, such as some amazing bass riffs that accent the flow. The second chorus comes in with some extra dissonant guitar parts that add to the power of the music. The following bridge is one of the song's emotional peaks: the band is giving it everything they've got, and it shows. The following chorus is more subdued, allowing more of the guitar feedback and ambient noise to shine through before the song eventually comes to a close. The production quality of the track is one of its standout features, with a finely balanced mix that's detail-oriented and lively yet edgy and stark. The sonic approach of the track is so finely tuned that it brings out the original dynamics of each instrument and the skills of each musician.

One of the most impressive aspects of the track is the subtle nuances that are present throughout, which really add to the richness of the music when summed up together. From the intricate guitar riffs to the soulful vocals, every aspect of the track has been crafted with great care and attention to detail. In short, "Blueberry Hill" feels like a very honest portrait of After Fiasco as a band, and it's clear that each member is bringing something special to the table, allowing each individual's influences to converge into something that's very remarkable. From sonic choices to arrangement decisions, the song is a perfect example of the group's internal chemistry, and it is a great introduction to what After Fiasco is all about.

Speaking of which, Fiasco's new release, "Blueberry Hill," is highly recommended if you are a fan of artists such as Brand New, Basement, Title Fight, Dead Rituals, Placebo, DIIV, and Thrice, only to mention a few. Find out more about this talented group, and do not miss out on "Blueberry Hill," which is currently available on the web's best digital music streaming platforms.

We also had the opportunity to catch up with the band for a few questions: keep reading for the full interview!

"Blueberry Hill" seems to delve into themes of existential dread and isolation. While the main idea came from Marc, how did each band member contribute to capturing its essence?

Marc: With this track, it's similar to most songs we've done before: I usually have my songwriting spree and record it at home. Then, in the rehearsal room, everyone brings in their own things and their own understanding of the song. For example, Patrick always places great importance on understanding my emotions towards the song, and he tries to translate that onto the guitar. But fundamentally, I'm sure each of us knows one or two feelings in "Blueberry Hill"...

Your music explores a wide range of styles and influences. How do you navigate blending these diverse elements while still maintaining a cohesive sound?

Marc: I mean, first and foremost, we all make music for the sake of music... and for the release it provides. There's so much amazing music out there. That's how our aesthetic sense develops, somehow. Ultimately, what's important is that there's always a solid foundation on which various structures can be built. Whether influences from rap, emo, punk, or even bluegrass come rushing into the rehearsal room – it's always the same brains that blend them together.

Can you discuss the collaborative process within the band when crafting these musical elements, and how you achieve such a finely tuned balance between each member's sonic space?

Marc: Patrick put it well once: he said it's crucial, of course, that everyone masters their instrument. And even better if you can tailor it to the song. Let me expand on that and say: At the moment of songwriting, nothing and no one is more important than the song.

In the accompanying music video for "Blueberry Hill," many elements give the song a fitting visual narrative. How important is visual storytelling to After Fiasco's overall artistic expression?

Marc: Great question. Incredibly important. After Fiasco should be a place where art in all its facets finds its place. And of course, we all have certain expectations about that. For example, with the video "Blueberry Hill," I noticed during editing that an entire storyline didn't fit the style as it should, so I scrapped it all and had to beg Robin (our cameraman) for a new shooting date. One week before release! Someone said to me, "In the end, maybe it's too much effort just for a music video, right?" and I countered, "No, this has to be perfect.". At least perfect for the moment. It doesn't matter if only five people end up watching this video. That’s not what art is about.

Do you have any plans for upcoming gigs or touring in support of this release?

Marc: We've only recently become a complete band. Thomas has just joined us recently. We're currently working hard to finally get on stage. That'll happen soon. We're eager to play live a lot.

- Do you also have plan to release more singles this year?

Marc: We definitely have a lot of material that hasn't been released yet. Maybe, just maybe, we recorded something more with Alex Lübbe. We'll have to wait and see.

[tfc2211]

The Loved Ones

[getmybuzzup]

Meek Mill x Millyz - Blueberry Hill [Music Video] - Meek Mill x Millyz - https://wp.me/p1PuJR-5EuR Please Reblog!

[oldschoolhip-hop]

Kaleidoscope Raps - Theyloveoc (Single)

Kaleidoscope Raps – Theyloveoc (Single)

Theyloveoc released “Kaleidoscope Raps” back at the end of November but still left me time before the near year to show some love for a dope underground brother. The St. Louis rapper has stayed in my rotation since I covered his EP, “BlueBerry Hills” which landed on my “Top Songs 2022” Spotify mix; “Kaleidoscope Raps” keeps to the theme behind its name with a track that has no set story but…

[vandaliatraveler]

Spring in the Cheat River Canyon.

From top: lowbush blueberry (Vaccinium pallidum); the pendulous green flowers of striped maple (Acer pensylvanicum); sweet white violet (Viola blanda), which loves cool, moist forests; wild strawberry (Fragaria virginiana), which has been hybridized with a South American species to produce commercial strawberries; marsh blue violet (Viola cucullata), an elegant, gregarious violet found growing in seeps and along streambanks; smooth Solomon's seal (Polygonatum biflorum); great white trillium (Trillium grandiflorum); a West Virginia white (Pieris virginiensis) sipping nectar from a sweet white violet; and broadleaf toothwort (Cardamine diphylla), the larval host plant for the West Virginia white.

Note: this hauntingly beautiful butterfly, a flitting ghost in Appalachia's April forests, is in serious decline because it confuses invasive garlic mustard for its host plant, Cardamine. Garlic mustard is toxic to its larvae. Another example of how an invasive species can wreak havoc on the vital lifecycles of our native ecosystems.