One of SA’s most successful exports to date, Nate Raubenheimer aka Protoculture, was sucked into the art of music production at a young age, becoming obsessed with synthesizers, computers and electronic music. He studied Audio Engineering in pursuit of a professional music career and his calling as a live performer and dj took off at great speed; his first artist album, “Refractions” on Nano Records became an international Psytrance success. Diversifying his sound whilst still flying the flag high for South Africa, Protoculture has accessed the next realm of his music career and carved himself a place on the Electronic map with the best of them. His third studio album “Love Technology” expressed exactly how far he’s come and set the stage for an esteemed future in Trance music.
To date he’s played on every major continent, and received much praise for his energetic and emotional live shows, headlining at festivals like Glastonbury and Ministry of Sound in the UK, Creamfields and XXXperience in Brazil, Earthcore Global Carnival in Australia and Ageha in Japan." Protoculture has played alongside artists such as Paul van Dyk, Sasha, John 00 Flemming, Infected Mushroom, Orbital, Juno Reactor, Sander van Doorn and most recently, being the only local artist to play alongside Armin van Buuren on his A State of Trance 500 (ASOT500) Tour to South Africa. Van Buuren is closely following Protoculture’s career, announcing “Everything he touches turns to musical gold” on his A State of Trance Podcast in 2010 and picking Protoculture as a ‘Future Favourite’ on his ASOT Radio show.
Protoculture’s new music direction has seen releases on Armada Records, Anjuna Beats and Rebrand Records, which have been playlisted by Armin van Buuren, Markus Schulz, Above and Beyond, Paul Oakenfold, Ferry Corsten, Paul van Dyk and Gareth Emery. Striving to work outside the borders of regular genres, whilst maintaining his signature uplifting style saw Protoculture earn a SAMA nomination for his remix work on the Goldfish smash hit, “Cruising Through” on Pacha Recordings. His most recent collaborations with Trance producer Max Graham have been receiving incredible support, their remix of the classic track ‘It’s Not Over’ by Grace flew up the charts to the number 1 position on Beatport. Still to come in 2011, Protoculture headlines with Gareth Emery and Dash Berlin when Godskitchen makes its annual visit to South Africa in September.
Sun Gone Down
Protoculture Lyrics
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Autumn's coming closer
I can read between the lines
Nightfall taking over
The whole world on my shoulders
We're running out of time
And all I want is to believe
Somehow we lost our way drifting further day by day
Still my heart won't let me leave (Hey)
Can't see, can't breathe
Till we're back on solid ground
'Cuz every goodbye is a sun gone down
Tell me what you need
To turn the tide around
'Cuz every goodbye is a sun gone down
'Cuz every goodbye is a sun gone down
'Cuz every goodbye is a sun gone down
Can't see, can't breathe
Till we're back on solid ground
'Cuz every goodbye is a sun gone down
Tell me what you need
To turn the tide around
'Cuz every goodbye is a sun gone down
In Protoculture's song "Sun Gone Down," the lyrics depict a sense of loss, uncertainty, and looming change. The opening lines speak of the coming of autumn and the colder days. These sentiments are symbolic of the end of a season, the end of something familiar, and the beginning of something new. The singer in the song feels as though they're carrying the weight of the world on their shoulders, and the night feels like it's taking over, symbolizing the darkness and uncertainty that have consumed their world.
The singer acknowledges that they've lost their way and is searching for a way to turn everything around, asking their partner what they need to help them move forward. Despite the confusion and uncertainty, the singer's heart won't let them leave, indicating that they're committed to finding a way to make everything work. The chorus emphasizes the relentless feeling of lost hope and uncertainty that characterizes the song, with the phrase "every goodbye is a sun gone down" highlighting the finality and inevitability of endings.
One possible interpretation of the song is that it's about a relationship that's deteriorating, and despite the singer's efforts to fix things, they are unable to prevent its end. The song's themes of loss, uncertainty, and the end of a season allude to the metaphorical end of a relationship. The singer's willingness to try to make things right highlights the hope they still hold on to even amidst the chaos and the fear of the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
Days are turning colder
The weather is getting colder as autumn approaches.
Autumn's coming closer
The season of autumn is approaching.
I can read between the lines
I can interpret what is not explicitly stated.
Nightfall taking over
Night is coming and taking over from the daytime.
The whole world on my shoulders
I feel weighed down by the problems of the world.
We're running out of time
We don't have much time left to resolve issues.
Everything I thought I knew has led me down this road to you
My prior knowledge has led me to this moment of meeting you.
And all I want is to believe
I have a strong desire to have faith in something.
Somehow we lost our way drifting further day by day
We've been slowly losing our direction over time.
Still my heart won't let me leave (Hey)
Even though I'm lost, my heart is committed to staying here.
Can't see, can't breathe
I feel restricted and confined.
Till we're back on solid ground
I won't feel secure until we've found our footing again.
'Cuz every goodbye is a sun gone down
Every goodbye feels like the end of a day, or an end to something significant.
Tell me what you need
Please let me know what you require from me.
To turn the tide around
To change the course of events for the better.
'Cuz every goodbye is a sun gone down
Every goodbye feels like the end of a day, or an end to something significant.
Lyrics © KECHIL SONGS INDAH SONGS
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@MrTonytenable
This song makes me cry everytime i hear it. Simply one of the best songs i have heard in my life. Mindblowing music and lyrics. This is what makes me wake up in the morning. Knowing there are people in this world that make music like this. Love the synth in this
@nicksneeraj
Nate and Shannon ❤
@aldohenrycho
Almost the end of 2019, and I'm here still loving it after 8 years!
@eremitaex
There is a gap in EDM world so back in time to search good tunes is fine, by the way is 2021 lol im here too.
@fawzytrance7280
Make them 10 for me!
@-NeonLizard-
Words can't desrcibe how epic this tune is. Protoculture have been one of my fave producers of the year. Stunning stuff!
@Ezera6
This toon is beautiful. Crystal clear vocals and relateable lyrics. I can't wait till this toon comes out... my ideal sound of Trance.
@AtiDBit
2:16 What a brilliant Sound Design. The Pads, Bass, Reverb, Vocals, Melody. All the tools put it together into a work of art. Twelve years have gone by and I still can't think of another atmosphere like this.
Nate, I hope you come up with some more of it.
@ForeverMore10
This is truly a masterpiece. Such an amazing song!
@fabiang7846
This beautiful tune was in my dreams last night
This morning I rushed myself to played it laud ❤