Sunshine Version EP, by The Sunshine Melodies

Sunshine Version EP

by The Sunshine Melodies

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1.	Sunny Days (Chris Mitchell) 04:53	lyrics	buy track
(Dreamin’ of sunny days) I sure would like to see it all today I suppose it’s not too late Couped up for far too long today And I could always use a break Well don’t you think we need a break? Let’s go back to the sunshine The things we need Back to the bright old days And something for the trees Just like the moonlight I like a warm breeze Dreamin’ of sunny days I hope they dream of me… let’s go… I hope they dream of me I sure would like to see the world some day I suppose I could see how I’m gonna try and try it all some day Somewhere else some time somehow And tell you all let’s do it now Let’s go back to the sunshine The things we need Back to the bright old days And something for the trees Just like the moonlight I like a warm breeze Dreamin’ of sunny days I hope they dream of me… yeah Well, I hope they dream of me (Dreamin’… Dreamin’ of sunny days) Oh let’s go back to the sunshine The things we need Back to the bright old days And something for the trees Just like the moonlight I like a warm breeze I’m dreamin’ of sunny days I hope they dream of me Let’s go back to the sunshine Take me back to the sunshine Let’s go back to the sunshine Take me back to the sunshine
2.	Daydream (Heather Meloy Gorr) 04:53	lyrics	buy track
Whoa When you’re feeling low You got no place to go Close your eyes Now we’re bathing in the morning light Covered up in the ocean sunrise So come on, let’s get away You’re invited to my happy place Hand me your hand Let’s see the sea Wave to the waves Breathe in the breeze Taste the salt of our skin The salt in the wind Follow me into my day dream Follow me to my day dream Hand me your hand Let’s see the sea Hear the soundwaves of waves Breathe in the breeze Light makes us feel light It’s gonna be alright Follow me into my day dream Oooooh When you’re feeling blue You don’t know what to do Close your eyes Now there’s a million colors painted in the sky Cotton candy clouds in the setting sunlight Glitter on the water sparkles and glows Like starts shining bright from below Hand me your hand Let’s see the sea Wave to the waves Breathe in the breeze Is it the salt of our skin - Salt in the wind? Follow me into my daydream! Hand me your hand Let’s see the sea Hear the soundwaves of waves Breathe in the breeze Light makes us feel light It’ll be alright Follow me into my day dream Day dream Oooooh Got no place to go Follow me Let’s see the sea Close your eyes
3.	Floating Free (Matt Wixson) 04:53	lyrics	buy track
Sometimes you don't know what you own Until you pack it all up Sometimes you can't tell how you've grown Til this place ain't big enough Well these days, baby Decisions can be tough But I'm floating free Yes I'm floating free Sometimes you don't know what you’re worth Until you shop it around Sometimes you get what you deserve By standing your ground Well these days, baby I'm never feeling down ‘Cause I'm floating free I'm floating free Well these days, baby I'm wishing you the rest I'm floating free Sometimes you just can't see the sun Until you walk out the door Sometimes the perfect time to run Is when you're up on the floor Well these days, baby I couldn't ask for more ‘Cause I'm floating free Yes I'm floating free I said, these days, baby I'm wishing you the rest Because these days, baby I'm wishing me the best ‘Cause I'm floating free Yes I'm floating free
4.	Capture Time (Aaron Abrahamson Cote) 04:54	lyrics	buy track
I hear the waves crash on the beach. Butterflies land on flowers next to me. You warm my heart, while the sunlight warms my skin. I can’t get enough of this day we’re living in perfect harmony with nature as we sit and capture time with our minds so it doesn’t have a chance to slip away. I remember sunshine sparkling through the leaves. I remember sunshine melodies (baby) floating on the breeze. You got reggae playing on the radio When it hits you, you feel alright again. (Just me and my friend.) My eyes close as I drift away Mind escapes and my body floats on air I hear you sigh just to let me know you’re there. I can’t get enough of this day we’re living in perfect harmony with nature as we sit and capture time with our minds so it doesn’t have a chance to slip away. I remember sunshine lighting up your face And I remember sunshine melodies (baby) drifting o’er the airwaves You got Marley playing on the stereo When it hits you, you feel alright again. Take me back to the days when the sun was on my face Using music as our map to get us right back to the place Drifting on the sunshine, riding on the wave To catch the sweetest melodies that the DJ ever played Well I noticed the time keeps going, so recreate those special moments Let the beats just keep on flowing and show your love to everyone! Hear The Melodies with a friend to share the magic of music once again… The Sunshine Melodies, baby.
5.	Dubby Days (feat. Phantom Pan Man, Mitchell, Cote, Gorr, Wixson) 05:13	lyrics	buy track
Follow me to my daydream I like a warm breeze Let’s get away I can’t get enough of The morning light Capture Time You’re invited to my happy place Let’s go back to the sunshine Sunshine Melodies I like a warm breeze I’m never feelin’ down You feel alright again I’m floating free I sure would like to see the world Let me know you’re there I’m gonna try Stars shining Sometimes you just can’t see the sun The things we need Until you walk out the door I’m dreaming of sunny days I couldn’t ask for more I’m floating Daydreammmmmm Drifting on the sunshine Follow me To catch the sweetest melodies Take me back to the sunshine
6.	Natasha Dub (feat. Matt Wixson) 04:54	info	buy track
7.	Sunshine Melody riddim (instrumental) 04:53	info	buy track

about

True to our goal at the band’s inception, our first album highlights shared collaborative efforts drawing from musical ideas & perspectives of different artists within our community. We discover about ourselves and each other through the creative process. Four singers independently wrote songs over the “Sunshine Melody" riddim without hearing each other's versions. The classic old-school sound and musical vibe seemed to elicit similar lyrics and topical context, which spawned a dub weaving all four vocalists together. We're pumped to share these songs with our audience, and look forward to hearing your feedback! And you know what? Reach out to us if YOU would like to create a version!

ALSO, don't forget to check out the SECRET BONUS TRACK that we can't tell you about because it's a SUPER SECRET Bandcamp exclusive that's only available when you purchase the album, which also unlocks your copy of the "back cover."

We’d like to extend heartfelt gratitude to all collaborators and inspirations behind this project, and the bands/brands they represent (go look up the musicians' resumés), family/friends who have shared rehearsal & recording space, the promoters and venues that give us an outlet to showcase our sounds, and those who have been there to guide and inspire us! Deep appreciation to Jamaican culture & the musicians who established the art. Additional thanks to past, present, & future audiences that take the time to listen, watch, and/or support us in any way! Keep your ears open!

We look forward to bringing you more music, and hope to see you at a live performance in a venues, at an event, or even at your private parties!

credits

released February 2, 2024

Instrumental Riddim:
Composed, Produced & Mixed by Aaron Abrahamson Cote
Recorded by Individual Musicians, including:

Agent Jay • Rhythm & Picked Guitars
Chris Mitchell • Piano & Keys
Brad Thibodeaux • Bass
Aaron Abrahamson Cote • Drums & Percussion (Bongos, Claves, Congas Tambourine, Udu & Glockenspiel)

Solo guitar on “Daydream” & "Dubby Days" by Matthew Gorr
Marimba on “Floating Free” & "Dubby Days" by Aaron Abrahamson Cote
Steel Pan on “Dubby Days” by Aaron Abrahamson Cote

Agent Jay recorded at Stabby Road Studio, Brooklyn, NY.
Original riddim mastered by King Django at Version City, New Brunswick, NJ

All songs written by featured artist and Aaron Abrahamson Cote (BMI)
Lyrics & melodies © 2024 by each vocalist:
"Sunny Days" by Chris Mitchell
"Daydream" by Heather Meloy Gorr
"Floating Free" by Matt Wixson
"Capture Time" Music & Lyrics by Aaron Abrahamson Cote

"Dubby Days" featuring Phantom Pan Man with Mitchell, Gorr, Wixson & Cote.
"Natasha Dub" & "Do You Afraid Dubs?" featuring Matt Wixson.

TOTAL PLAY TIME 39:26

THE SUNSHINE MELODIES ☀️ 🎶 ARE:
Chris Mitchell (Keys/Vocals)
Matt Smith (Bass/Vocals)
Aaron Abrahamson Cote (Drums/Vocals)

Hear Chris Mitchell with They Were Robots & The Copacetics.
Hear Agent Jay with The Slackers & Crazy Baldhead.
Hear Heather Meloy Gorr & Matthew Gorr with Futon Lasagna.
Hear Matt Wixson solo, & on Hornpod: A Ska Podcast.
linktr.ee/mattwixson
Hear Brad Thibodeaux with The Copacetics.
Hear Aaron Abrahamson Cote with Island Time Steel Band & Panoramic View.
Hear Matt Smith with The Sunshine Melodies & They Were Robots, and our thanks to Matt for stepping up to be our full time bassist after this was recorded!

The Sunshine Melodies logo by Leah Miriam Pisari
Art concept, design, & layout by Aaron Abrahamson Cote
Produced by Aaron Abrahamson Cote

CONTACT/BOOKING:
TheSunshineMelodies@Gmail.com
Socials @TheSunshineMelodies
www.SunshineMelodies.com

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The Sunshine Melodies Providence, Rhode Island

We use reggae music to bring sunshine and positive vibes! From the classics to our own originals, celebrate love and life through relaxing reggae music. Check us out at a show, or hire us to play private events like parties & weddings!