Nach ihrem Debüt-Album „Made in USA“ erscheint am 1. Juni 2012 das neue Alb… Read Full Bio ↴Nach ihrem Debüt-Album „Made in USA“ erscheint am 1. Juni 2012 das neue Album „Wonderland“ von Joon Wolfsberg. Auch dieses Album wurde in den „Tracking Room Studios“ in Nashville aufgenommen, in dem bereits Künstler wie Amy Grant, Willie Nelson oder Dolly Parton und Donna Summers gewirkt haben. Das Ergebnis des mehrmonatigen intensiven wie kreativen Aufenthalts in den USA kann sich hören lassen. Erneut zeigt Joon Wolfsberg, dass sie keine musikalische Retorten-Princess ist, sondern eine eigenständige Musikerin aus Leidenschaft, die sich alles andere als in eine Schublade pressen lässt.

Die Lady aus Deutschland mit Gitarre wurde bei „Wonderland“ von Dave Krusen (erster Schlagzeuger der US-Rockband Pearl Jam) am Schlagzeug, Brad Smith am Bass und Christopher Thorn an der Elektrogitarre (Gründungsmitglieder der Alternative-Rock-Band Blind Melon aus Mississippi) sowie Frank Ortegel auf der Elektro- und Akustikgitarre sowie Mandoline unterstützt.

Der Titel des neuen Albums ist Programm und bei den zwölf herausragenden Tracks zeigt sich die musikalische Vielfältigkeit der gebürtigen Kölnerin. Seien es „Love to Laugh“, „Free Your Mind“ oder die kritische Songs „Big Fish“ und „Darkness“. In „Darkness“ werden die ganz persönlichen Eindrücke und Zweifel von US-Soldaten aus dem Afghanistan-Einsatz verarbeitet und für sie stellvertretend die Frage an alle Regierungen gestellt, die ihre Soldaten unter falschen Vorwänden in den Krieg schicken: „Ich halte die Dunkelheit von dir fern, aber würdest du das auch für mich machen?“

Ein ganz besonderes Juwel ist „Cash & Dylan“, das mehr als nur eine Hommage an Johnny Cash und Bob Dylan ist. Bei diesem Song kombiniert Wolfsberg Statements, die die beiden Künstler über den jeweils anderen gemacht haben, zu einem Lied und fügt im Chorus und in der Bridge ihre ganz eigene Liebeserklärung an die beiden ein. Mit gekonnter Raffinesse werden die jeweiligen Zitate über den anderen mit dem für Cash typischen Country-Rhythmus und die für Dylan typischen Folk- und Rock-Rhythmen untermalt. Entstanden ist ein musikalisches Kunstwerk, bei dem man den Eindruck hat, dass Cash und Dylan gemeinsam auf der Bühne performen.

Eine Deutschlandtour von Joon Wolfsberg mit ihren vier US-Bandmitgliedern ist in Planung. Bis dorthin wird Joon mit ihrem Daddy Joe bei mehreren Open-Air Konzerten auftreten.

Old Shoes
Joon Wolfsberg Lyrics

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I try to be the one you need
And if you want we could lay down beneath your apple-tree
After all is said and done
After the rain we can appreciate the sun
Oh oh oh oh oh, oh oh oh oh... yeah

Sometimes I go astray,
But my shoes they're old and know the way

I follow them through night and day, yeah
Sometimes I go astray,
But my shoes they're old and know the way
I follow them through every rain... into another day
Into another day. Into another day. Into another day

If you feel you've missed the train
Don't complain, sit down, the next will come
Take life it's still for free
See, feel, hear, breath in, drink some tea with me
We're flying down to Tennessee
Oh oh oh oh oh, oh oh oh oh... yeah

Sometimes I go astray,
But my shoes they're old and know the way
I follow them through night and day, yeah
Sometimes I go astray,
But my shoes they're old and know the way
I follow them through every rain... into another day
Into another day. Into another day. Into another day

It's me, I have to change something, instead of others changing me
It's you, you have to change something,
Instead of others changing yoouuuuu...

Sometimes I go astray,
But my shoes they're old and know the way
I follow them through night and day, yeah
Sometimes I go astray,
But my shoes they're old and know the way
I follow them through every rain, yeah

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Overall Meaning

The song "Old Shoes" by Joon Wolfsberg is a beautiful ode to the power of experience and staying true to oneself. The lyrics focus on the idea that, despite the inevitable ups and downs of life's journey, a person's old shoes can serve as a guide to keep them on the right path. The metaphor of the shoes suggests that, just as a worn-in pair of shoes fits perfectly and can be relied on to provide both comfort and support, the lessons and experiences accumulated over time can be trusted to guide us through life's challenges. The lyrics encourage the listener to embrace their own unique journey and not to be afraid of taking a few missteps along the way, as long as they stay true to themselves and trust their own instincts.

The song also has a philosophical undertone, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and accepting change as a necessary and positive aspect of life. The lyrics suggest that one should focus on changing themselves rather than trying to change others. This theme is reflected in the line "It's me, I have to change something, instead of others changing me / It's you, you have to change something, instead of others changing you."

Overall, "Old Shoes" is a beautiful song that encourages listeners to embrace their past experiences and use them as a guide to navigate their path through life. The lyrics are thoughtful and insightful, offering a message of hope and positivity.

Line by Line Meaning

I try to be the one you need
I strive to be everything you need and want in a partner

And if you want we could lay down beneath your apple-tree
We can spend time together and create relaxing, peaceful memories

After all is said and done
When everything has been resolved and concluded

After the rain we can appreciate the sun
We can learn to appreciate the good times after experiencing hardships and struggles

Sometimes I go astray,
I make mistakes and lose my way at times

But my shoes they're old and know the way
My old shoes have carried me through many experiences and can guide me through difficult times

I follow them through night and day, yeah
I trust in my own instincts and intuition to navigate through life

Sometimes I go astray,
I make mistakes and lose my way at times

But my shoes they're old and know the way
My old shoes have carried me through many experiences and can guide me through difficult times

I follow them through every rain... into another day
I continue on my path, despite any obstacles or setbacks, and look forward to another day

If you feel you've missed the train
If you feel like you've missed out on an opportunity

Don't complain, sit down, the next will come
Instead of dwelling on missed opportunities, be patient and wait for the next one to come along

Take life it's still for free
Enjoy life and all it has to offer, as it's a precious and priceless gift

See, feel, hear, breath in, drink some tea with me
Let's take a moment to appreciate the simple pleasures in life, like drinking tea together

We're flying down to Tennessee
We're going on an exciting adventure to Tennessee

It's me, I have to change something, instead of others changing me
I acknowledge that I need to make changes in my life, rather than letting others influence or control me

It's you, you have to change something, Instead of others changing yoouuuuu...
You also have the power to make changes in your own life, rather than letting others dictate your choices

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