Isham was born in New York City. He studied classical music at an early age and played trumpet, piano and violin. The Isham family later moved to San Francisco, where Mark found work in several of the local orchestras. He also became actively involved in the Bay Area rock and roll scene of the 1960s, performing live with several of the local groups.
One of his early recordings "Group 87" was released as a demo LP to college radio stations. Few commercially available pressings of this first release are available > though several custom CD burns (CBS/Sony denies existence, but providing the label & issue number through their custom burn service known as [SONY MUSIC SPECIAL PRODUCTS] can be had)!> I believe this is "THE DEFINITIVE ISHAM" against all others will be judged! One other Group 87 album followed titled "A Career in Dada Processing", a reflection attesting to the learning curve associated with the emerging CD Format. It was released with very limited availability. Both albums in the "Group 87" moniker are a bit mechanical, utilizing heavy sampling, forceful sequencing, strong percussion and a progressive edginess as compared to the later Isham releases. Mark Isham next released his self-titled "Vapor Drawings", softening the stylings of the group, but with a emphasis on his trumpeting skills, that as they matured developed into the sound that would be identified as his own unique sound. He has a MYSPACE page currently, where all available recordings can be ordered.
His albums Castalia (1988) and Tibet (1989) were both Grammy-nominated. He won in 1990 with his album Mark Isham.
In 1992 he published his first orchestral work Five Stories for Trumpet and Orchestra. The same year he earned an Academy Award nomination for the soundtrack of the film A River Runs Through It. During the following years he became a prolific film score composer. Some of his film scores include: Save the Last Dance, Men of Honor, October Sky, Point Break, and the critically acclaimed Crash which won well over 30 awards worldwide, including the Oscar for Best Achievement in Editing, Best Motion Picture of the Year and Best Writing/Original Screenplay, and many soundtrack awards.
In 1995 he released an album titled Blue Sun. This was his first album to follow a mainstream contemporary jazz format.
In 1999 he formed a group to interpret the music of Miles Davis's late 1960s through mid-1970s electric jazz fusion and released an album, Miles Remembered: The Silent Way Project, which was recorded live.
Speedo
Mark Isham Lyrics
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Bom, bom, bom,
Bom, bom, bom, bom.
Now they up and call me Speedoo,
But my real name is Mister Earl.
Now they up and call me Speedoo,
But my real name is Mister Earl.
And for takin' other folks' girls.
Now they up and call me Speedoo,
'Cause I don't believe in wastin' time.
Now they up and call me Speedoo,
'Cause I don't believe in wastin' time.
Now I've known some pretty women
And I thought that would change their minds.
Well, now, some they call me Joe.
Some they call me Moe.
Best man is Speedoo;
He don't never take it slow.
Now they up and call me Speedoo,
But my real name is Mister Earl.
Now they up and call me Speedoo,
But my real name is Mister Earl.
Now they're gonna call me Speedoo,
Till they call off makin' pretty girls.
Bom, bom, bom,
Bom, bom, bom,
Bom, bom, bom, bom.
The song "Speedo" by Mark Isham is a cover of the original by The Cadillacs. The lyrics describe a man who goes by the name of Speedoo, but his real name is Mister Earl. He is known for meeting new people and taking other people's girlfriends. He doesn't believe in wasting time, and despite encountering many beautiful women, he never expects to change their minds. The chorus repeats that they will continue to call him Speedoo until they stop making pretty girls.
The lyrics seem to depict a man who may be a bit of a womanizer, but is also very confident in his abilities and doesn't care what others think of him. He embraces his nickname and continues to live his life the way he wants. The repetition of the "bom, bom, bom" throughout the song gives it a fun and catchy feel.
Overall, the lyrics to "Speedo" present a snapshot of a man who is confident and unapologetic in his pursuits. The upbeat tempo and catchy melody make it an enjoyable song to listen to.
Line by Line Meaning
Now they up and call me Speedoo,
People refer to me as Speedoo,
But my real name is Mister Earl.
Although my actual name is Mister Earl.
All for meetin' brand-new fellows
I enjoy making new acquaintances
And for takin' other folks' girls.
As well as being romantically involved with ladies in relationships.
Now they up and call me Speedoo,
People refer to me as Speedoo,
'Cause I don't believe in wastin' time.
Because I hate wasting time.
Now I've known some pretty women
I have met beautiful women in the past
And I thought that would change their minds.
And I believed that would influence their decisions.
Well, now, some they call me Joe.
Some individuals refer to me as Joe.
Some they call me Moe.
While others use Moe to describe me.
Best man is Speedoo;
Speedoo is the best version of myself
He don't never take it slow.
He does things without hesitation.
Now they're gonna call me Speedoo,
They will continue calling me Speedoo,
Till they call off makin' pretty girls.
Until they stop being interested in attractive women.
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Written by: ESTHER NAVARRO
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@jamietodd2560
The scene where he's going down in the mine and sees Sputnik glide across the sky while this forlorn violin plays... tears are starting in my eyes just thinking of it. It's like he's dying with a glimpse of a heaven he will never reach. Just so utterly tragic.
@robertbraxton4671
He's going in the wrong direction, literally.
@rr7firefly
I just remembered that I saw this movie and really liked it. The story was gently plotted, so different from a Hollywood movie. The message of hope and perseverance nicely presented. We deserve more movies like this.
@Rocketbunny180sx
"We used to look up at the sky and wonder at our place in the stars. Now we just look down, and worry about our place in the dirt." โCooper
@JOHNWLOUCKS
The entire score is just so moving and touching. I remember going outside and watching Sputnick fly over from our farm in upstate N.Y. So many years ago, yet it seems like yesterday.
@Beaverhound
My science teacher showed me this in class today and I went back home and watched it with my parents, everybody deserves to see this incredible piece at least once.
@latinapeacechick
This never fails to relax me and make me feel better. I've been struggling recently and this song just calms me and helps me focus on what's most important to me in life. Beautiful.
@torrencontreras7666
You good bro?
@latinapeacechick
@@torrencontreras7666 lol yep
@torrencontreras7666
@@latinapeacechick this may be a bit weird but I was 8 years old When you made that comment