The press has likened Landes to "the grand old dames of country" and in the same breath The Black Keys and The White Stripes (Uncut). She’s also garnered comparisons to Cat Power and Pavement, an interesting mix that made even NPR’s David Dye wonder.
Raised in the fertile musical fields of Branson, Missouri and Louisville, Kentucky, Landes came to New York City in 1999 and did a cannonball into the music scene. While holding down several jobs to pay the rent, she abandoned university (NYU) and began to intern at some of the best studios in the city. "I had very little experience", she says. "I was just really, really curious. Dangerously curious in the studio… I picked heros like Tchad Blake and Brian Wilson and took a flying leap."
What started as a job getting coffee for engineers has blossomed into a truly enviable resume; among others she has worked with Phillip Glass, Ryan Adams, Hem, Joseph Arthur, The Earlies and Josh Ritter in the studio. Working late into the night, and often sleeping at the same studios she was interning in, Dawn began producing and recording her own songs after hours. "I wanted to get the sounds in my head onto tape exactly as I heard them. And that’s not an easy thing, there are a lot of sounds in there!"
After meeting the band Hem in the studio, Landes joined them on the road as an 8th band member (vocals and glockenspeil) and opening act. Her performing career started to gain speed. Her first full-length, «dawn’s music» was released in France in 2005, followed by extensive touring in Europe and two other European releases; «234» a 7-song EP released in the UK and finally «Fireproof», released worldwide in 2007. Since then her music has become the stuff of whispers and internet buzz, and her touring schedule has put her on the road with artists such as Feist, Jose Gonzales, Midlake, Suzanne Vega, Martha Wainright, The Swell Season…(the list goes on) At times solo, at times with a revolving cast of musical guests, her shows have the guileless and vibrant quality of a work of art in constant creation.
Landes penned the end-credit song for the movie «Savage Grace» starring Julianne Moore and plucked the WST Bluegrass band from a BBQ in Austin, TX to help her record her version of the Peter, Bjorn and John classic, «Young Folks.» Rumor has it, James Blunt liked it so much he covered dawns cover of the song! In 2007 Landes became the co-partner, designer and full-time dry-waller of Saltlands Studio in Brooklyn. «What if we get bored?» Dawn sings in the Fireproof gem, «Kids in a Play.»
As a solo artist, Landes has put out a number of albums:
* Dawn’s Music (self-released-US/Ocean Music-Europe) 2002
* two, three, four (Boy Scout recordings-UK) 2006
* Fireproof (Cooking Vinyl-US/Fargo Music-Europe) 2008
* Sweetheart Rodeo (Cooking Vinyl) 2010
Official Website: www.dawnlandes.com
Bluebird
Dawn Landes Lyrics
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Flew by caught my eye and I fell in love with blue
Don't know what to do
Sweet song lead me on I just wanna follow you
Oh, blue
Walk down to the edge of the wood
I know I shouldn't go but it makes me feel so good
and you sing to me da-dee-dee-dee
Oh I feel so understood
Fall in so deep to a warm summer sleep
Caught in a rhyme losing track of the time
No direction to divine
Bluebird, blue
Stay here I know you're near I just wanna be with you
Don't know what to do
Your song's sweet, I forget my feet
Won't you let me dance with you?
Oh, blue
Take in your flight
on a warm summer night
fly back to me, I'll forget every need
Just a tangle in the weeds
Bluebird, blue
Flew by caught my eye and I fell in love with blue
Oh, blue
The song "Bluebird" by Dawn Landes is a whimsical and dreamy ode to falling in love with the beauty of nature. The bluebird symbolizes freedom, happiness, and hope, and the singer of the song is instantly captivated by its sweet song and mesmerizing blue feathers. The lyrics encapsulate the feeling of being lost in a moment, consumed by the wonder and magic of the natural world. The singer is unable to resist the pull of the bluebird's song, and even though they know they shouldn't wander into the woods, they can't help but follow. The bluebird's song provides a sense of comfort and understanding, and the singer revels in the feeling of being completely understood.
The second verse describes the singer falling deeply into a trance-like state, losing track of time and direction. The bluebird's song is the only tether they have to reality, and they are content to be lost in its melody. The chorus repeats the singer's desire to be with the bluebird, to dance with it, and to lose themselves in its enchantment. The final lines of the song suggest that the singer is willing to let go of all worries and needs in order to be consumed by the bluebird's beauty once again.
Line by Line Meaning
Bluebird, blue
The singer sees a bluebird that catches their eye and stirs emotions.
Flew by caught my eye and I fell in love with blue
The bluebird's flight enchants the singer and causes a sense of love for the color blue.
Don't know what to do
The singer is lost and unsure of how to handle their feelings towards the bluebird.
Sweet song lead me on I just wanna follow you
The bluebird's song is captivating and leads the artist on a journey.
Oh, blue
The artist continues to be enamored by the blue color of the bird.
Walk down to the edge of the wood
The singer ventures towards the woods.
I know I shouldn't go but it makes me feel so good
Although the singer knows going towards the woods may not be the best idea, it brings them joy.
Tall leaves cover me in a hood
The leaves create an overhead cover for the artist.
and you sing to me da-dee-dee-dee
The bluebird's song is pleasant and continues to be enjoyed by the artist.
Oh I feel so understood
The artist feels a sense of understanding and comfort from the bluebird's song.
Fall in so deep to a warm summer sleep
The singer becomes metaphorically immersed in the warm summer season.
Caught in a rhyme losing track of the time
The artist becomes lost in the rhythm of the bluebird's song, losing an awareness of time.
No direction to divine
The singer feels directionless in their pursuit of the bluebird.
Bluebird, blue
The blue color of the bird continues to be a captivating force for the singer.
Stay here I know you're near I just wanna be with you
The singer desires to be close to the bluebird.
Don't know what to do
The artist is still unsure of how to satisfy their feelings towards the bluebird.
Your song's sweet, I forget my feet
The bluebird's song is so sweet that the artist becomes unaware of their own movements.
Won't you let me dance with you?
The singer hopes to engage with the bluebird and its song.
Take in your flight
The singer wants to follow the bluebird on its journey.
on a warm summer night
The journey takes place during a pleasant summer evening.
fly back to me, I'll forget every need
The artist desires the bluebird to return and offer a sense of fulfillment.
Just a tangle in the weeds
The pursuit for the bluebird may become complicated and difficult to navigate.
Bluebird, blue
The bluebird and its color continue to captivate the singer.
Flew by caught my eye and I fell in love with blue
The bluebird and its color made a strong impact on the artist's emotions and feelings.
Oh, blue
The blue color continues to be a profound source of fascination for the singer.
Writer(s): Dawn Landes
Contributed by Michael L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@caitlinpeterson7003
Bluebird, blue
Flew by, caught my eye
And I fell in love with blue
Don't know what to do
Sweet song lead me on
I just want to follow you
Oh, blue
Mmm
Walk down to the edge of the wood
I know I shouldn't go
But it makes me feel so good
Tall leaves cover me in a hood
And you sing to me da-dee-de-dee
Oh, I feel so understood
Fall in so deep
To a warm summer sleep
Caught in a rhyme
Losing track of the time
No direction to divine
Bluebird, blue
Stay here, I know you're near
I just wanna be with you
Don't know what to do
Your song's sweet, I forget my feet
Won't you let me dance with you?
Oh blue
Mmm
Take in your flight
On a warm summer night
Fly back to me
I'll forget every need
Just a tangle in the weeds
Bluebird, blue
Flew by, caught my eye
And I fell in love in blue
Oh, blue
Mmm
@caitlinpeterson7003
Bluebird, blue
Flew by, caught my eye
And I fell in love with blue
Don't know what to do
Sweet song lead me on
I just want to follow you
Oh, blue
Mmm
Walk down to the edge of the wood
I know I shouldn't go
But it makes me feel so good
Tall leaves cover me in a hood
And you sing to me da-dee-de-dee
Oh, I feel so understood
Fall in so deep
To a warm summer sleep
Caught in a rhyme
Losing track of the time
No direction to divine
Bluebird, blue
Stay here, I know you're near
I just wanna be with you
Don't know what to do
Your song's sweet, I forget my feet
Won't you let me dance with you?
Oh blue
Mmm
Take in your flight
On a warm summer night
Fly back to me
I'll forget every need
Just a tangle in the weeds
Bluebird, blue
Flew by, caught my eye
And I fell in love in blue
Oh, blue
Mmm
@CB8654
I'm so proud of Storyboard man, he has been dancing for years! Look how far he's at now.
@Alixiswatching
Excellent. From France and just discovered your work. Gives me chills. Can't wait to see the rest :)
@GregoireBessagnet
tu devrais écouter The Loveliest of Trees... tu va adorer :)
@GraemeMarkNI
Simply beautiful :) Keep them coming!
@MART0613
really great! love this so much, dawn!!!
@greenygordongeek
Beautiful! WOW, loving this. :)
@TheStrawbeery
Great song great dancing by storyboard p Great art poetry in motion
@michaelverity5965
A thoroughly charming woman and a great record.
@MJBSAMMYGz
AMAZING!!!