SLACKSTRING was born out of the long term musical relationship of Gavin Heaney and Eric Lyman (songwriters/guitarists/vocalists), and Matt Muir (drums) who have been performing together since their high school days. Add Brett Thomas on bass and the SLACKSTRING sound is complete.
Truly a self made band, SLACKSTRING has sold over 5,000 copies of their homemade self-titled CD (aka The Van Album) to fans worldwide, from Russia to Australia. SLACKSTRING emerged from backyard parties to headline venues from Hollywood's House of Blues to the Telus World Ski and Snowboarding Festival in Whistler, B.C. SLACKSTRING's dynamic live show continues to win new fans with every listen. Concerts have paired the band with artists including Jack Johnson, Donavon Frankenreiter, Slightly Stoopid, The Wailers, Common Sense and Grammy award winning Hawaiian guitarist John Cruz.
SLACKSTRING was recently the musical highlight in award winning mountain bike movie The Collective and its 'sequel' Roam. The film earned a nomination for best soundtrack at the X-Dance film festival in large part to the contribution of the bands three full length songs. Subsequently, SLACKSTRING's music has been in high demand for various extreme sports films from surfing to kiteboarding. SLACKSTRING will be featured on every episode of the PBS series "Road Trip Nation" in 2006/07.
The highly anticipated follow up album Lay Back is nearly complete, and will push the envelope of the band's growth by exhibiting a broad variety of textures and sounds. SLACKSTRING will also be featured on the SURF ROOTS VOL.2 benefit CD for the USA Surf Team.
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Wednesday Morning
Slackstring Lyrics
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took a glance at my wristwatch, 8 AM i read the time.
Left my little girl, sitting pretty in the bed.
stretched my arms, touched the sky, time to clear my weary head
wednesday morning, take my blues away
wednesday morning, it's going to be a brighter day
wednesday morning, come so many times before
waved to mrs. johnson, saw a school girl skipping by.
took a domer to my head, what a feeling, what a high
clapped my hands, kicked up my feet
danced around the yard so sweet
listened to the birdies sing, their music was a treat
wednesday morning, take my blues away.
wednesday morning, it's going to be a brighter day.
wednesday morning, come so many times before.
i used to frown upon my life, but i'm not going to anymore.
opened up the paper, saw the big bold words in print.
brain's so baked, i'm so chinesed, my eyes are forced to squint.
it said today the wars been won, time to greet your brother man
equality has rose above,
unity the master plan!
wednesday morning, take my blues away
wednesday morning, its going to be a brighter day
wednesday morning, its come so many times before
i used to frown upon my life, but i'm not going to anymore
The song “Wednesday Morning” by Slackstring talks about the singer's positive outlook on life on a Wednesday morning. The song starts with the singer stepping out of his doorstep and admiring the beautiful Wednesday morning. He takes note of the time and sees that it is 8 AM. He then leaves his daughter in bed and stretches before heading off to clear his head.
The singer goes outside and sees people going about their day, such as Mrs. Johnson and a schoolgirl. He takes a toke from a “domer” and feels the high. He then claps his hands, kicks his feet, and dances around the yard before listening to the birdies sing. He feels the positive energy around him and feels grateful for the moment.
Later on, he opens up the newspaper and sees that the war is over, and unity and equality have won. The singer feels even more uplifted and inspired. The song ends with him reflecting on his life and realizing that he used to frown upon it but will not do so anymore. Wednesday morning signifies a new beginning to him, a brighter day, and a fresh start for the rest of the week.
Overall, Slackstring's "Wednesday Morning" is a song with a positive and uplifting message, encouraging listeners to appreciate the simple pleasures in life and be open to a more positive outlook.
Line by Line Meaning
Stepped out on my doorstep, Wednesday morning looked real fine
I walked out of my house and saw that the weather was nice on a Wednesday morning.
Took a glance at my wristwatch, 8 AM I read the time.
I looked at my watch and saw that it was 8 am.
Left my little girl, sitting pretty in the bed.
I left my daughter sleeping in her bed.
Stretched my arms, touched the sky, time to clear my weary head.
I stretched and took a deep breath to clear my mind.
Wednesday morning, take my blues away.
Wednesdays make me feel better.
Wednesday morning, it's going to be a brighter day.
I'm optimistic that today will be a good day.
Wednesday morning, come so many times before.
I've experienced many Wednesdays in the past.
I used to frown upon my life, but I'm not going to anymore.
I used to be unhappy with my life but I'm no longer going to be negative about it.
Waved to Mrs. Johnson, saw a school girl skipping by.
I said hello to my neighbor and saw a girl on her way to school.
Took a domer to my head, what a feeling, what a high.
I felt euphoric and happy.
Clapped my hands, kicked up my feet, danced around the yard so sweet.
I danced and celebrated my happiness in my yard.
Listened to the birdies sing, their music was a treat.
I enjoyed listening to the birds singing.
Opened up the paper, saw the big bold words in print.
I looked at a newspaper and saw a headline.
Brain's so baked, I'm so chinesed, my eyes are forced to squint.
I was tired and my eyes were having trouble focusing.
It said today the wars been won, time to greet your brother man.
There was news that a war was over and we should come together to celebrate.
Equality has rose above, unity the master plan!
There was a message of unity and equality.
Contributed by Abigail F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.