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The Family Band is a collection of talented songwriters and instrumentalists intent on making the best of each other's songs, helping them meet their full potential.
From guitar to cello, from accordion to melodious vocals, from electric guitar to drums, the Family Band comes together with a bang.
It began one night when some of us were talking about what it would be look like to pool the creativity and passion so present in each artist's music. "It would be great!" we said with enthusiasm.
So we began playing together....and it was great. So great that we decided to take the fun and make fun-omade!
We sat down together and began brainstorming, sharing which songs we liked best from the different songwriters. From that came the practices: experiences in the kind of cohesive and creative musicality that most musicians dream about having with each other.
The songs are wonderful, poetic, catchy, danceable, and thought provoking.
The people are good entertainers all, each individually road-savvy and experienced in playing to crowds, in pubs and clubs, cafes and festivals.
The unique thing about the Family Band, besides their good looks, is the quality of their songs, the execution of those songs, and the sense of art and fun colliding. All these things come together when the Family Band plays, facilitating a good time in every sense of the word.
Instrumentation
Mike Cheatley: Guitar, Vocals, Mandolin.
Dave Warne: Guitar, Bass, Vocals, Mandolin.
Joel Mason: Guitar, Vocals, Bass.
Zoe Fitch: Guitar, Vocals, Sassy Pluck.
Holli Durost: Guitar, Vocals.
Joel Gorrie: Cello.
Zachari Smith: Drums, Guitar, Vocals.
Matt Frise: Violin.
Discography
Joel Mason
"Stone Canvas Wall" (1998)
"Launch Out Into The Deep" (2001)
Zachari Smith
"A Country Once Forested" (2008)
"Calling Out" (2006)
"EP" (2005)
Zoe Fitch
"Ah, Romance And Perspective" (2006)
Auld Lang Syne
The Family Band Lyrics
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And never brought to mind
Should auld acquaintance be forgot
And days of auld lang syne
For auld lang syne, my dear
For auld lang syne
May auld acquaintance be forgot
And days of auld lang syne
And never brought to mind
May auld acquaintance be forgot
And days of auld lang syne
The lyrics of The Family Band's song "Auld Lang Syne" evoke a sense of nostalgia and reflection on old friendships. The phrase "auld lang syne" comes from Scottish Gaelic, roughly translating to "days gone by" or "old times." The song asks the question, "Should old acquaintances be forgotten and never brought to mind?" It poses a contemplation about whether it is appropriate or even desirable to forget about the people from our past and the memories associated with them.
The repetition of this question throughout the song serves to emphasize the importance of holding onto and cherishing the connections and experiences we have had with others. It suggests that rather than erasing the memories of past relationships, we should remember and honor them, for they have shaped who we are today. The song ultimately expresses a desire to remember and celebrate the "auld lang syne," the days gone by, and the friends and acquaintances who have been a part of our lives.
Overall, the lyrics of "Auld Lang Syne" highlight the significance of maintaining a sense of connection with our past, acknowledging the impact of the people we have met, and embracing the memories that have shaped us.
Line by Line Meaning
Should auld acquaintance be forgot
Should we intentionally forget about old friendships and relationships
And never brought to mind
And never recall them in our thoughts
Should auld acquaintance be forgot
Should we intentionally forget about old friendships and relationships
And days of auld lang syne
And the times of long ago
For auld lang syne, my dear
Because of the times gone by, my dear
For auld lang syne
Because of the times gone by
May auld acquaintance be forgot
May we possibly forget old friendships and relationships
And days of auld lang syne
And the times of long ago
Should auld acquaintance be forgot
Should we intentionally forget about old friendships and relationships
And never brought to mind
And never recall them in our thoughts
May auld acquaintance be forgot
May we possibly forget old friendships and relationships
And days of auld lang syne
And the times of long ago
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Written by: ROBERT BURNS, PAUL J. FREDERICK, TRADITIONAL, ELTON JOHN, DP
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