Since forming in 2… Read Full Bio ↴San Luis Obispo, California, USA (2004 - present)
Since forming in 2004, Still Time has made the transition from local notoriety to a rapidly growing regional and national presence through a dedicated grass roots and word of mouth process. Still Time began carving out a name for themselves in the San Luis Obispo, California bar and college scene as their music spread through rough-cut songs passed from fan to fan. By 2006, Still Time was playing to a regularly sold out house at San Luis Obispo's most popular music venue, Downtown Brewing Co., and began touring across the West Coast.
With their music being hard to place into any one genre, Still Time's sound is best defined as groove rock with an eclectic mix of instruments such as; harmonica, mandolin, slide guitar and upright bass. With a unique style reminiscent of dynamic artists such as Ben Harper, Van Morrison and Dave Matthews Band, Still Time offers a positive, high-energy show that appeals to many different musical tastes and backgrounds. They have had the opportunity to entertain at a broad range of venues, from small, intimate acoustic sets to festivals with several thousand attendees. This diverse style and live performance has allowed them to share the stage with a variety of artists such as Ziggy Marley, Michael Franti & Spearhead, UB40, Steel Pulse, Ozomatli, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, Robert Randolph, Mad Caddies, Pepper, Strung Out, ALO, David Lindley, Jackie Greene, etc.
The band's debut album "Stream of Consciousness", released independently in 2007 under their own record label When It Hits Records, was quickly embraced by fans, putting the single "High Tide" in the 1 spot on San Luis Obispo radio station New Rock 107.3 for over 7 weeks. The album reflects the bands' ability to connect with audiences of all ages and backgrounds and has sold several thousand copies.
With the release of their second album "See America" in May 2009, Still Time continues to progress with their cross-generational sound. To capture the right feel for each song, the album was written and recorded in multiple locations throughout the West Coast including an abandoned boxcar on the coast of Oregon, a forrest in the hills of Santa Cruz, an empty mansion in San Francisco, and an after hours bar in San Luis Obispo. The album was then mixed by Grammy Award winning engineer Fred Vogler, at the world famous Ocean Way Studios in Hollywood, California.
With musical stylings far beyond their years, the experience that Still Time provides is comparable to a day at the beach with close friends, great times, deep conversations, and contemplation. It's this experience along with a feeling of community that Still Time hopes to always provide for their diverse fan base.
Think Dave Matthews impromptu harmonica solos with Jimmy Page in his element, but better. Think Sublime flow while slowly biking alongside the velvety sands of Negril, but better.
- Julia David, Urban Climber
The best band to come out of the lively Central California Coast...
- Mi2N
Stream of Consciousness--a highly polished collection of 14 tracks--also represents the band's new maturity as artists.
- Glen Starky, SLO New Times
Power of Now
Still Time Lyrics
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I'll probably catch a cold or something
But it's my mumbling
That's got me more concerned
See I can't find the words to think
I'm holding on to memories
That have gone and left me
'Cause I can't focus on the now
It's always when I get this Nintendo,
Or when I find the right girl,
Or I used to be in great shape,
That are bearing down on me
So I close my eyes, I close my eyes
And I try to realize the power of now
Hold everything
This is a moment here
There's nothing that the
Past or the future can settle
The weight on my mind
Slowly lifts as I realize
The power of now
And I'm finally waiting
I'm waiting for nothing
I'd like to wear a Buddha smile
Find what it is that's worth my while
To ride some timelessness
Into a state of peace
But we're only less than holy
Wandering through these towns alone
I close my eyes, I try to fall into
The power of now
The song "Power of Now" by Still Time is a reflection of the importance of living in the present moment. The verses express the struggles that come with not being able to let go of past memories or worries about the future, causing the songwriter to be unable to focus on the present. The lyrics reference developing distractions such as a new video game or relationship that are perceived as more significant than the present moment.
The turning point in the song's message is conveyed in the chorus, where the writer realizes the power of being fully present in the moment. The weight of the past and future fades away, leading to a state of peace and contentment. The writer admits to feeling painfully human, but rather than pondering on this, they choose to focus on the now.
The last verse talks about the pursuit of inner peace and freedom from distractions that prevent us from living in the present moment. The idea of peace and timelessness is what the songwriter is trying to achieve, acknowledging that the journey may not be easy, but it's essential to get there.
Overall, the song carries a message urging listeners to appreciate and embrace every moment, as it's all we have, and the present moment can be a powerful escape from the weight of life's worries.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm walking downtown in the rain
I am presently walking down the town in the rain.
I'll probably catch a cold or something
I might get sick due to the rainy weather.
But it's my mumbling
My incessant worrying is causing me unease.
That's got me more concerned
It's causing more distress than the rain.
See I can't find the words to think
I'm unable to come up with articulate thoughts.
I'm holding on to memories
I'm stuck reminiscing about past experiences.
That have gone and left me
Those experiences no longer exist.
'Cause I can't focus on the now
I'm unable to live in the present.
It's always when I get this Nintendo,
I often find myself fixating on superficial things.
Or when I find the right girl,
Or obsessing over idealized romantic fantasies.
Or I used to be in great shape,
Or dwelling on my previous physical form.
That are bearing down on me
These nostalgic thoughts are weighing me down.
So I close my eyes, I close my eyes
Then I shut my eyes tightly.
And I try to realize the power of now
I attempt to acknowledge the importance of presently living in the moment.
Hold everything
Pause everything that is going on.
This is a moment here
This is the perfect time to live in.
There's nothing that the
There is nothing on your mind
Past or the future can settle
That the past or the future can change.
The weight on my mind
The burden on my mind.
Slowly lifts as I realize
Gradually lessens as I understand.
The power of now
The importance of the present time.
And I'm finally waiting
I'm finally content and patient.
I'm waiting for nothing
I'm not expecting anything.
I'd like to wear a Buddha smile
I want to exude a peaceful and content demeanor like Buddha.
Find what it is that's worth my while
Discover what's truly valuable in life.
To ride some timelessness
To achieve a sense of transcendence and timelessness.
Into a state of peace
To arrive at a peaceful state of mind.
But we're only less than holy
But we're still flawed and incomplete humans.
Wandering through these towns alone
Navigating through these towns by ourselves.
I close my eyes, I try to fall into
I close my eyes and attempt to immerse myself in.
The power of now
The power and significance of the present moment.
Contributed by Molly N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.