The History of Light and Shadow, by Smoochyface

The History of Light and Shadow

by Smoochyface

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1.	Filled With Rainbows 02:55	buy track
2.	I've Got a Heart 02:52	buy track
3.	To Go Alone 02:06	buy track
4.	Doormat 04:26	buy track
5.	A Terrible Fate 04:19	buy track
6.	The History of Light and Shadow 04:04	buy track
7.	Crumbling Away 08:03	buy track
8.	More Than U 04:17	buy track
9.	Peace and Quiet 04:14	buy track
10.	A Scene on the Lid of a Sleeper’s Eye 03:53	buy track
11.	Open up Your Enemies 04:48	buy track
12.	The Cracks Are Where the Light Shines the Brightest 03:34	buy track

about

Originally released as 3 EPs over the course of 5 years, Smoochyface's The History of Light and Shadow began as an exercise in overcoming my grief through the lens of The Legend of Zelda video game series.

As the project continued, it became more of an exploration of musical ideas and a sandbox for collaborators to add their voices to the story. Through this camaraderie, I expanded the project into a 12-song rock opera.

The History of Light and Shadows is about standing back up after you fall. It's about appreciating your flaws and being kind to yourself. It's about fighting for your loved ones -- even when you know you can't win.

But most importantly, it's a message: You can't art direct your entire life. Sometimes you just have to let that sh*t go. Sometimes you have to go where the twilight takes you.

Thanks for listening,

-R.G

credits

released January 26, 2024

All songs written, performed, and recorded by Randy Garcia ©2024
Recorded at Fort Karate / The Hidden Fortress in Atlanta, GA
Additional Recording at AIU Studios and Penguin Labs in Atlanta, GA.

Anton Corazza: Saxophone on “Doormat”

Professor Shyguy: Add’l vocals on “The History of light and Shadow”

Jess Destramp: Saxophone on “The History of light and Shadow” and “Crumbling Away”

Trev Wignall: Violin on “Crumbling Away”

“Peace and Quiet”, “A Scene Upon the Lid of a Sleeper’s Eye”, “Open up Your Enemies”, and “The Cracks Are Where the Light Shines the Brightest” Rory Landt on Bass and Bill Sommer on Drums.

Cover Art: “The Fairy Grotto” by Currier & Ives (Public Domain)
Courtesy of The New York Public Library Digital Collection

Misc Soundscape elements courtesy of Freesound.org.

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