1) A 'downtempo' / 'trip-hop' group, consisting of Andy Caldwell (keyboards), Gabriel Rene (keyboards), Mei-Lwun Yee (turntables) & Gina Rene (vocals). They have released a string of house / drum and bass classics, including "Tenderly" & "Lovely." Featuring remix work by Kevin Yost, Johnny Fiasco & Acetate - these 12"s have brought Soulstice into clubs worldwide, on the playlists of notable artists, such as Rainer Trüby, DJ Garth, Mark Farina & Q-Burns Abstract Message. Stateside, their debut album "Illusion" has garnered radio support, from Jason Bentley & Kevin Lincoln, making Soulstice one of KCRW's most requested artists.
In 1989 Gabriel and Mei-Lwun were working on a hip-hop track in the Rene family studio. "The track was cool," says Gabriel, "but Mei-Lwun and I couldn't rap." They asked little sister Gina to give it a try, and the rest is history. It wasn't till some time later that Soulstice finally materialized after collaboration between Andy and Gabriel in 1995. "I knew the first time I worked on a track with Gabe that this was right. Making music with my brother was where I was supposed to be. The chemistry between all of us was so obvious and it was such a natural high whenever we'd get together." reflects Gina.
Approaching production from a collaborative standpoint, Soulstice often developed many of the sounds and ideas they used from the freestyle sessions they originally became known for. Soulstice continued to refine their sound with emotive song writing and detailed arrangements. From playing to a few hundred people at 111 Minna St to playing sold out shows at the 1200 capacity historic Fillmore Theatre, SF, Soulstice have come a long way in their musical journey. "We live and breathe our music, everything comes from us. The song is king, it's all about the lyrics." says Andy. "Like a lyrical journal, I lay out my experiences and melodies to connect to the present in our music. I get the feeling that the whole band's lyrical ability to be so honest about the struggle of growing into adulthood really brings the listener in." describes Gina.
The debut album "Illusion" is a true collective work of art. Five years in the making, Soulstice emerge as the driving force behind putting the music back into electronica. "Using the electronic medium does not mean that the music can't be organic," explains Andy, "there is more to electronic music than beats and samples." As an American band in a widely European genre of dance music, Soulstice are pioneering the stateside convergence in the sophistication of electronic music. "The creative process that drives Soulstice, now 5 years later, is more disciplinary. Songwriting is the main focus and we have input where it used to be me writing the majority of lyrics/melodies. It's exciting to open up the arena, for example, Mei-Lwun shares his poetic skills or I'd suggest a break beat." says Gina.
With headlining the Sounds of Om World Tour beginning in March, releasing a number of extremely sought after remixes, Gina's voice blessing numerous 12" singles throughout the Om family, and smoking DJ club nights with Gabriel, Mei-Lwun, and Andy, the sky is the limit for Soulstice. "Music is everything. It's like my love, my life partner. It's also about healing; it's therapy. I love it and I know it's healing other people." explains Gina. Soulstice's debut album "Illusion" on San Francisco's OM Records hits streets April 24, 2001.
2) The extraordinary MC Soulstice To say that SoulStice spits knowledge would be an understatement; after all, he does have a Masters Degree in Electrical Computer Engineering and holds down a position with the Department of Defensive. Yet, SoulStice reiterates that his day job affords him the opportunity to pursue his true passion in life - Hiphop! Ten years of grind, development and immersion culminated in the fall of 2003 for SoulStice with the release of, The Melody, a piano-laden banger that introduced SoulStice to the world. The Melody quickly climbed up the club and college radio charts, hitting number 1 and proving that SoulStice was an artist to watch. The most recent double-single, Always / The Quickening hit the streets in early 2005 and culminated in another number one chart position, spending 14 weeks on the club and college radio charts, earning modest BDS-recorded commercial radio spins and critical acclaim in the US and overseas. Sharing the stage with artists as diverse as John Legend and Wu-Tang Clan has set the proper foundation for SoulStice to shine and lead by the soulful production of Oddisee (who has worked with J-Live, Jazzy Jeff, Talib Kweli), SoulStice documents his long and winding journey from the windy city of Chicago to the nations capitol of Washington, DC, fusing the signature Chicago funk and groove based sound with the thump of classic East Coast boom bap over the course of his 14-track debut North By Northwest.
3) "This '90s hardcore band had everything going for them; they were from syracuse, had the same drummer that displayed his amazing skills in Green Rage, Guav the straight edge weapon did their logo, and Joel Jordan did their 7" layout." - coregasm
4) A vibrant and eclectic student-organized a cappella ensemble at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. They arrange, choreograph and perform popular songs and old favourites in a number of styles, including pop, indie and jazz. The repertoire changes from year to year and members are always encouraged to arrange new songs. Some of their latest additions include “Love Song” by Sara Bareilles, “Going, Going, Gone” by Stars, “Woods” by Bon Iver and “Sea Lion Woman” by Feist.
Andromeda
Soulstice Lyrics
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And I am the day
In the 17th hour we meet
Whenever I descend in sunset
There you are following
My night so sweet
With the scent of life you fill me
I want to return this love
For it's always spring when you're near
Bringing the serenity of a pure white dove
Yes you do with your love
I am the moon
You are the sun
When daylight breaks soon darkness will come
It is in this cycle we become one
I am you are me a reflection
When looking I see myself
You are the night
And I am the day
Veil the sky you body
In a blanket of deep blue
So I can uncover undress and complete you
The lyrics of the song "Andromeda" by Soulstice talks about the relationship between two people who are completely opposite of each other, but their connection forms a beautiful harmony. The first verse states that one person is the night and the other is the day. They meet at a certain time and share their love for each other every time the sun sets. The second verse reveals that the other person chases after the night, fills them with vitality, and the singer wants to do the same for them. The bridge then portrays the two people becoming one as they are a reflection of each other. The final verse describes how the night covers the sky, and the day undresses to complete them - essentially saying how they are incomplete without each other.
The lyrics of "Andromeda" by Soulstice are a poetic representation of a loving relationship, specifically how the two people complement each other. The references to night and day, moon and sun, and white dove and serenity suggest that they bring out the best in each other. It alludes to the idea that the two people are not perfect on their own, but together they form something complete and beautiful. The chorus, "I am you are me, a reflection" highlights the interdependence and unity between the two, and also suggests that each recognizes themselves in the other.
Line by Line Meaning
You are the night
I see you as the mysterious, dark and beautiful night
And I am the day
I am the bright and radiant day
In the 17th hour we meet
At a specific time, we come together
Whenever I descend in sunset
Every time I become the setting sun
There you are following
You are always there by my side
My night so sweet
My dark and mysterious world is made sweeter by your presence
With the scent of life you fill me
You bring life and energy to my world
I want to return this love
I desire to give back the love you have shown me
For it's always spring when you're near
Your presence brings a feeling of renewal and growth
Bringing the serenity of a pure white dove
You bring peace and calm into my world
Yes you do with your love
You achieve this through the love you give
I am the moon
I embody the qualities of the shimmering moon
You are the sun
You are the source of warmth and light in my life
When daylight breaks soon darkness will come
The cycle of day and night is inevitable
It is in this cycle we become one
In accepting the cycles of life, we find unity
I am you are me a reflection
We are reflections of each other
When looking I see myself
In looking at you, I see myself
Veil the sky you body
Encompass everything with the mysterious beauty of the night
In a blanket of deep blue
Wrap everything in the enchanting sky
So I can uncover undress and complete you
So I can reveal everything, complete everything and unite with you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, UNIVERSAL MUSIC PUB GROUP
Written by: ANDREW LAWRENCE CALDWELL, GABRIEL RENE, GINA RENE, MEI LWUN YEE
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Free Flow
from the pure soul
Johnny Blaze
!!!!!DEEP!!!!!!
Tigran
epic...
Alejandro Gama
verga!!! que grande la musica de Gina Rene, una verga. ★★★★★
Asheru
Roots