Watched in a certain frame of mind, Darren Aronofsky's film "Black Swan" can provoke a small spectrum of existential crises from which one might need a helping hand in the form of a traditional folk-song structure drowning in a deep moan of electric guitar moans and shrieks and glittered with patches of sparkly synths so that you are finally

Watched in a certain frame of mind, Darren Aronofsky's film "Black Swan" can provoke a small spectrum of existential crises from which one might need a helping hand in the form of a traditional folk-song structure drowning in a deep moan of electric guitar moans and shrieks and glittered with patches of sparkly synths so that you are finally driven back to sanity by the steady pulse of drums and harmonies of critical encouragement . . . This is that song.

"Black Swan Self-Help"

Thanks especially for the extra harmonic boost from Jacquelyn Beaupré aka VOULOUSE!!

LYRICS: Take a look at your life, it's the real thing. (when you notice the doubts start a-rising) In the wing of a swan, in the blackest of skins, in a maze of mirrors within,

I’ve got a secret . . . but I’m gonna keep it!

Take a look at my heart, that's a love true. you can follow its lead when you don’t know what to do. It’s a motherless child. It’s a cyclical growth. It expands like the universe—didn’t you know?

I know the right road . . . that’s where I intend to go!

Take a look at the world—that's the real deal. You can let it affect how you feel. It's an infinite sound. It’s a secret design. It controls time—yours and mine.

I got a secret, but I'm gonna keep it . . .

Music: Erik G. Neave, Jeff Patlingrao, & Jared Beckman Lyrics: Erik G. Neave Vocals, banjo, rhythm/bass guitars, & Septavox : Erik G. Neave Lead Guitars, acoustic guitar & knob twerking: Jeff Patlingrao Drums & harmony vocals: Jared Beckman Backing vocals: Jacquelyn Beaupré

Produced, recorded, & mixed by Patrick Boland, Marty Brueggemann and Jeff Patlingrao at Honeytone Studio in Neenah, WI.

Mastered by Gavin Lurssen at Lurssen Mastering in Los Angeles, CA

"Crossing the Ocean" is the first single from our the album.** It is a long-distance love song so old that it references Skype! The studio version of "Crossing the Ocean" is quite different from how audiences have experienced the song live over the past several years. (This is true of much of the album). Using the recording studio as a

"Crossing the Ocean" is the first single from our the album.** It is a long-distance love song so old that it references Skype! The studio version of "Crossing the Ocean" is quite different from how audiences have experienced the song live over the past several years. (This is true of much of the album). Using the recording studio as a compositional tool allowed for a lighter delicate approach and more nuanced textures throughout. Our friend, Jacquelyn Beaupre (Voulouse & former Blessed Feathers) lent her immense talents to the track singing backing vocals and playing lilting banjo.

**Dia Luein is set for release on April 2nd, 2021 lyrics Crossing the ocean shouldn't take too long now that we understand how the west wind blows. Take all the moments stick ‘em in your hand. They are the only thing that can save us.

Come back to my town we can start a home. I am an honest man—you'll understand in time. Maybe the winter will not last so long. Consider the atmosphere in the morning.

Didn't want two sets of eyes or an escape from my old life. But now I want you . . . and I want it too

Don't want to Skype all the time or want to want to be online But now I want you . . . and I want it too. And I want it too. And I want it toooooo.

released February 5, 2021 Music: Erik G. Neave, Jeff Patlingrao, & Jared Beckman Lyrics: Erik G. Neave Vocals, rhythm/bass guitars, & Septavox : Erik G. Neave Lead Guitars & knob twerking: Jeff Patlingrao Drums & harmony vocals: Jared Beckman Wurlitzer: Marty Brueggemann Banjo & backing vocals: Jacquelyn Beaupré

Produced, recorded, & mixed by Patrick Boland, Marty Brueggemann and Jeff Patlingrao at Honeytone Studio in Neenah, WI.

Mastered by Gavin Lurssen at Lurssen Mastering in Los Angeles, CA