Dave Mason of Tra… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists sharing the name Dave Mason:
Dave Mason of Traffic fame.
Dave Mason (born David Thomas Mason, May 10, 1944) is a musician, singer, songwriter, and guitarist from Worcester, England, who first found fame with the rock band Traffic. In his long career, Mason has played and recorded with many of the era's most notable musicians, including Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Russ McLellan and Mama Cass Elliot. Mason's best known song is "Feelin' Alright", recorded by Traffic in 1968 and covered by dozens of artists, including Joe Cocker, who had a major hit with the song in 1969. For Traffic, he also wrote "Hole in my Shoe", a kind of psychedelic satire that became a classic in its own right. "We Just Disagree", Mason's own 1977 solo hit, has become a staple of Oldies and Adult Contemporary radio playlists.
Dave Mason of The Reels fame.
Dave Mason (born David Mason) is a musician, singer and songwriter from Australia, who first found fame with the rock/indie pop group The Reels, which formed in Dubbo, New South Wales in 1976 and initially disbanded in 1991, they eventually reformed in 2007. Their 1981 song, "Quasimodo's Dream", was voted one of the Top 10 Australian songs of all time by a 100-member panel from Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA) in 2001.
The Reels had top 10 Australian Kent Music Report Singles Chart success with covers of Herb Albert's "This Guy's in Love With You" (No. 7, 1982) and Creedence Clearwater Revival's "Bad Moon Rising" (No. 11, 1986).
Rock music historian, Ian McFarlane described them as "one of the most original and invigorating pop bands to emerge from the Australian new wave movement of the late 1970s".
In May 2007, Dave Mason released his first album in more than 15 years, Reelsville, an acoustic celebration of The Reels hits re-recorded by the original artist. In August 2007 Reel To Reel was also released, a compilation of The Reels classic tracks with new liner notes as written by Mason.
Dave performed one gig to launch the album at 'the Basement' in Sydney on May 16 2007. A further gig is booked for 'the Factory Enmore Theatre' in Sydney on May 24 2008. This show became a local cause celebre when police with sniffer dogs arrested two 60 year old punters for smoking illegals.
"On his first album in more than 15 years, Dave Mason reinterprets the Reels’ catalogue with the maverick musical flair that characterised that band’s every step from ‘78 to ‘91. Reelsville is an album of extraordinary left turns down an intriguing track in Australian pop history.
The stately grand piano of Quasimodo’s Dream presages something very special. After covers by Kate Ceberano and Jimmy Little, Dave’s signature song stands in its definitive light, an aching piano/cello treatment that justifies its position among APRA’s Top 10 Australian Songs of All Time.
It’s a mark of Dave’s dogged pursuit of innovation that the old Credence standard is again reborn. From his eccentric chamber orchestral take of World’s End to the playful dub undertow of After the News to the impossibly spare shuffle of Go Away, the strength of his tunes and the ache in his voice have never been more striking."
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Misty Morning Stranger
Dave Mason Lyrics
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And yet it encompasses all
Well, I tell you we live in a small world
So we better answer the call
It's hard to explain what I'm feeling
But my soul ain't about to be born
With the turn of the wheel I'll be back on the heels
Passing light of the morning fire unfolds across your face
In a web of gleaming jewels, there hangs a sleeping fool
The sharpness of the morning air brings to mind a silent prayer
He speaks to all of us that care, the misty morning stranger
The guilt that you feel will not heal you in the universal flow
Just turn yourself, under yourself, then the freedom we seek will show
Don't ever doubt what your heart says when everything 'round you says no
Just the pace of the game can drive you insane
So relax and let everything flow
Passing light of the morning fire unfolds across your face
In a web of gleaming jewels, there hangs a sleeping fool
The sharpness of the morning air brings to mind a silent prayer
He speaks to all of us that care, the misty morning stranger
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The lyrics to Dave Mason's "Misty Morning Stranger" depict the universal theme of love, freedom, and the journey towards self-discovery. The first lines of the song suggest that love is a powerful force that encompasses all. It also mentions that we, as humans, live in a small world, so we should answer the call to love and life. The songwriter also acknowledges that it is hard to explain the feeling that comes with chasing dreams, but he is ready and willing to follow the dreams he has drawn long ago.
The second verse continues to paint a picture of the morning and the beauty that comes with it. The phrase "passing light of the morning fire" illustrates the bright rays of sun that unveil everything in its path. It also mentions a sleeping fool and a silent prayer, which imply vulnerability and spiritual connection. The song carries a message of hope for those who feel trapped in their present predicament. The misty morning stranger speaks to everyone who cares and urges them to reject guilt and find freedom. The pace of the game may drive one insane, but one must relax and let everything flow to experience the freedom they seek.
Line by Line Meaning
We all know that love is a small word
Love may be just a small word, but it holds immense power and influence in our lives.
And yet it encompasses all
Although it may seem small, love has the ability to affect and include every aspect of our lives.
Well, I tell you we live in a small world
The world we live in may seem vast and endless, but in reality, it is much smaller than we think.
So we better answer the call
We should be attentive and responsive to the opportunities and experiences that come our way.
It's hard to explain what I'm feeling
Describing one's emotions can be difficult and complex.
But my soul ain't about to be born
Despite the confusion and uncertainty, the singer's inner self and essence remain constant and unchanging.
With the turn of the wheel I'll be back on the heels
The cyclical nature of life and its ups and downs will eventually bring the singer back to a familiar place.
Of a dream I have drew long ago
The singer's aspirations and goals have been with him for a long time, and he may now be closer to realizing them.
Passing light of the morning fire unfolds across your face
As the sun rises, its rays illuminate and reveal the beauty of the world around us.
In a web of gleaming jewels, there hangs a sleeping fool
Even amongst the splendor and riches of the world, there are those who remain ignorant and unaware.
The sharpness of the morning air brings to mind a silent prayer
The crisp and cool morning breeze inspires a deep and reflective thought or meditation.
He speaks to all of us that care, the misty morning stranger
The mysterious and elusive stranger has a message for those who are receptive and attuned to it.
The guilt that you feel will not heal you in the universal flow
Holding onto guilt and regret will not bring healing or resolution in the grand scheme of life.
Just turn yourself, under yourself, then the freedom we seek will show
By turning inward and accepting ourselves as we are, we can find the sense of freedom and liberation we crave.
Don't ever doubt what your heart says when everything 'round you says no
In times of doubt or uncertainty, we should listen to our inner voice and intuition, even if it goes against everything around us.
Just the pace of the game can drive you insane
The fast and frenetic pace of life can be overwhelming and stressful, leading to feelings of madness or craziness.
So relax and let everything flow
To alleviate these feelings, it can be helpful to let go and allow things to progress at their own pace.
Misty morning stranger
The mysterious and enigmatic stranger returns, shrouded in fog and uncertainty.
Misty morning stranger
The singer repeats the name of the stranger for emphasis and effect.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVE MASON
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