Daniel Tompkins - Limitless (from Castles)

Daniel Tompkins - Limitless feat. Dmitry Stepanov (from Castles)
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The award-winning and innovative British songwriter from TesseracT, White Moth Black Butterfly and Skyharbor
Director/Producer/Editor - Steven Cleavland (@steven.cleavland) & Kyle Kadow
DP - Kyle Kadow (@kylekadow)
Gaffer / Cam Op - Spencer Ortega (@spencer.ortega)
Makeup - Anna Thaney (@shadeoffacefx)
Grip - Casey Dietrich (@mrdietrich19)
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"I first worked with Kyle Kadow and Steven Cleavland on our 'Causeway' video for ZETA ( • ZETA - CAUSEWAY (OFFIC... ), after they randomly reached out to us expressing an interest in developing a video for the single. They created such an incredible visual for us that I suggested we work with them again during TesseracT's 'Sonder' campaign, where they went on to create the video for King ( • TesseracT - King (from... ). Both Kyle and Steven are film makers based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US and have great working relationships with local actors. Interestingly, both the male lead actors seen in the Causeway video were also featured in TesseracT's King video, as we thought that would be a nice link, plus they are incredible actors. The elder male lead, Timothy Barnes, also features in Limitless.
When it comes to music videos, I have only ever filmed in the UK on single day shoots, which has mostly been down to budget and busy schedules but with 'Limitless' I travelled to Milwaukee to work with Kyle, Steven and a small team for a whole week, filming in several different locations. The scenes in limitless were filmed in a Motel 6 hotel room, a small restaurant called 'Soup Otzies', a laundrette called 'Candy's', the Plymouth Church, a local bar and various car scenes around the local forests and countryside. However, the star of the show has to be the car that I had the pleasure of driving around on the last days shoot - a silver 1988 Oldsmobile Toronado Trofeo Silver that was kept in stunning condition. Driving it was like stepping back in time and was a real nostalgia kick.
It's so gratifying to have pushed myself as far as I did to create this video, not just in travelling overseas or because of how difficult it was to shoot for hours on end each day, but because I actually had to act out a narrative and if it wasn't for the team surrounding me, I would not have been able to pull this off. The whole idea behind the video surrounds a theme of loneliness and desperation and some scenes, like the ones shot at Plymouth Church, were very moving. Acting is not my forte but I wanted to challenge myself. Kyle and Steven shot and directed the video so well that the end product ties together perfectly in what I view as one of my highest achievements so far.
The original version of the song was written by both Eddie Head (US producer) and myself, then re-written by my Russian producer, Dmitry Stepanov and mastered by Acle Kahney. Both versions are present on the album but I decided to lead with the remix version by Dmitry as I felt it fit perfectly to the narrative of the video. My relationship with Dmitry has been developing ever since a chance meeting in Russia during one of TesseracT's many tours the country. We both share a love for contemporary and progressive, modern rock and pop and are working on future material"
LYRICS
Intoxicated by the silence of your cannons fire
Understand your resignation and your contemptuous choir
Separated by the silence: your stoic pacifier
Endless gazing to discover through the limitless sky
You said, “Goodbye” so long ago
But I can’t remember why that it feels so wrong
You said, “Goodbye” so long ago
But I’ll wash your sins away if you just stay strong
And you say you understand me
Gonna make a man see
Talking to my head now
Nothing to explain
To follow me, it’s easy
Procession of your resignation
Your fallacy sublime
But sweet the tongue of resurrection
The tangled to unwind
You said “Goodbye, I’m letting go”
But I can’t remember why that it feels so wrong
You said “Goodbye” so long ago
But I’ll wash your sins away if you just stay strong
And you say you understand me
Gonna make a man see
Talking to my head now
Nothing to explain
To follow me, it’s easy
Lay down your blade
I’ll swallow mine
And tell no-one
Your perfect lie
You said “Goodbye, I’m letting go”
But I can’t remember why that it feels so wrong
You said “Goodbye” so long ago
But I’ll wash your sins away if you just stay strong
And you say you understand me
Gonna make a man see
Talking to my head now
Nothing to explain
To follow me, it’s easy
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[@DanielTompkins]

I wanted to thank Kyle, Steven and whole team for working so hard in helping me bring this idea to life! I pushed myself in making this happen, it was a real challenge yet very rewarding. A huge thank you to Dmitry Stepanov who most of you won't know but you may see and hear more from him in the future. As usual people are asking for lyrics, which you can find below. Many thanks for your continued support, everyone! LIMITLESS Intoxicated by the silence of your cannons fire // Understand your resignation and your contemptuous choir / Separated by the silence: your stoic pacifier // Endless gazing to discover through the limitless sky // You said, “Goodbye” so long ago // But I can’t remember why that it feels so wrong / You said, “Goodbye” so long ago // But I’ll wash your sins away if you just stay strong / Procession of your resignation // Your fallacy sublime / But sweet the tongue of resurrection // The tangled to unwind / You said “Goodbye, I’m letting go” // But I can’t remember why that it feels so wrong / You said “Goodbye” so long ago // But I’ll wash your sins away if you just stay strong / Lay down your blade // I’ll swallow mine / And tell no-one // Your perfect lie / You said “Goodbye, I’m letting go” // But I can’t remember why that it feels so wrong / You said “Goodbye” so long ago // But I’ll wash your sins away if you just stay strong /

[@XimenaMelodeath]

Thank you ❤️

[@Chilluminati_]

Awesome job on this!

[@athalized428]

The cinematography in this is stunning. As always, great work Daniel, but this time you pushed yourself to the next level. This album will be a gem.

[@RenanJarniac]

JUST PERFECT!!!! Cant wait for the full album!

[@cartoune]

Thanks for posting Dan. What do the lyrics mean? Is it a song about giving up on religion?

[@gauvaingaggini]

One of the best metal vocalist who creates an amazing pop/ambiant song ❤

[@Lunaticsynth]

I come to realize that Dan Tompkins releasing masterpiece after masterpiece for a decade now is my only constant in life.

[@kimseniorb]

Champayne Records true lol

[@barbarasmithh]

It's The Constant.

[@Vukf1]

@@barbarasmithh my thoughts excatly :D

[@BionicleSaurus]

If I listen to this before going to bed will a feathery Dan appear outside my window?

[@jeffneeley9585]

Great vocalist and musician!

[@megatronsass999]

Even more excited for Castles to release now

[@andyhowl716]

This is like the vocals of white moth black butterfly meets the lyrical composition of tesseract meets the musical style of zeta and I absolutely love it! You're absolutely fantastic, dan! Never stop making music, no matter what genre it is! It's all such a massive inspiration for me! I actually enjoy singing in front of people now because of your advice!

[@andirichardson5796]

forgotten how good this was Dan. Downloaded the album on its release whilst in Malaysia 3 years ago! time flies!

[@livingtoaster1358]

This is beautiful I can't wait for the album to come out

[@emilejoubert5645]

Excellent song and cinematography. Excited for the new album!

[@blackspider5024]

Wow... fantastic job Dan! I can imagine the rush of nostalgia in the midst of playing each role... As for the rest of the crew: This is very beautiful, and it brought me to tears... thank you.

[@temporarymomentary]

I see Daniel Tompkins I press like.

[@awake2xenator]

perfectly artistic, the colors the sounds, the theme, just perfect .. without words

[@matteodellell4905]

Both song and video are just amazing, I can't wait for the rest of the album, cheers.

[@jacobbellemare]

Another astonishing song and video, can't wait for the whole album !

[@naicakesrios1723]

OMG in love already 👏❤

[@NegruRares]

Oh lord here it is

[@KadeKalka]

The songwriting and production are outstanding. Definitely looking forward to this album!!

[@mirandarodriguez4350]

I LOVE YOUR MUSIC DANIEL TOMPKINS

[@munton5150]

I love the 80s car and the whole vibe of this video.

[@BahijGhata]

Very beautiful song, and lots of melodic & deep feelings floating around there.

[@kimseniorb]

Beautiful!!!!

[@embracemydarkestfearband]

Amazing song

[@ghavoc77]

I wasn't ready for this........the rush of emotional nostalgia. I was bracing myself for the backlash but never expected this masterpiece to have me grow in the way that it has. Thank you Dan, thank you Dimitri, thank you Kyle and Steven, Thank you to everyone involved in this project. My anticipation for the album has been augmented to new heights 🤘🤘

[@lolondd]

Cinematography is getting better everyday

[@acelyaya99]

No I'm not crying... After these two songs I don't know how to wait for the whole album...

[@janetmontesinos8418]

So deep. This is a portrait of my own life after the break up with my ex boyfriend. Thanks, I find shelter with music.

[@meansofegressmusic]

Am still so glad I preordered the album

[@ethanshields8094]

What an absolute banger Dan Thompkins my g

[@cvekler]

Just awesome, fantastic work!

[@norwaydude96]

I'm imagining a collab between Daniel and The Black Queen for some reason. Now that would be something!

[@aLittlePal]

Really, really appreciate the great music production. It sounds quality, that is what it sounds like.

[@anastaciawood5398]

Pretty sure Dan filmed most of this while on tour with BTBAM and tesseract

[@947dutch]

Great, another Dan Tompkins song stuck in my head..lol. Excellent song and thought provoking lyrics. Lyrics, music, and video are superb, Sir. Keep up the good work and vision. Cheers from TX!!!

[@swapnilthapa8676]

Another banger!! The vibe is reaaaaaalllllllll

[@saysthemanbehindthemask]

Emotional! Love It!

[@mirandarodriguez4350]

The videos for your current two songs are pretty much different aspects of life, love it!!!

[@kittybyronshuker3325]

Wow! I just love this.

[@rominasf2451]

This album was a big surprise for me. I love this song. I really enjoy the entire album. Congrats, Daniel. You're awesome!

[@Frank-YYZ]

Back in the 80's.

[@DandelionVolta]

I'm getting a little "A Thousand Suns" era Chester Bennington vibe from that chorus

[@carlochiesa3593]

Those first notes in the chorus remind me of Burning in the Skies That's not a bad thing anyway

[@likvidshact8950]

Amazing ,.it became my favorite yet.. randomly I watch this...I don't expect that It was that much good

[@mirandarodriguez4350]

Beautiful

[@kehajota]

I haven't felt someone else more close to me, every time. Like we are in the same time line. So strange....good song without deep emotions. Just regrets... Every connection we make is to be disconnected at some point. In the end we must learn to live on our own. Then we will connect with with everyone and everything. We choose energy from others to distract us. The reasons are in the universe laws. To blame others is useless. We are our choices.

[@NuggDavis]

This is absolutely sick.

[@NuggDavis]

In a good way, obv.

[@anthonylombardo2358]

Another masterpiece Dan!!!

[@cleverpotato814]

2 bangers with 2 banger music videos! Cannot wait for Castles!

[@danielzzaidan5872]

Great music great video . So much work . Amazing

[@samwoj]

You are one of my favorites!! I loved your commitment to your vocals when performing, you have a lot of heart, it has inspired me greatly.

[@beforethebeginning42]

Love the video! It lets me feel the loneliness and stagnation in the song even better. Also really well done video production.

[@anikiler]

Perfect Job Dan, congrats!!

[@kirbsauce]

Great!

[@franlovelsimic8421]

Magical

[@Perdeler85]

P E R F E C T I O N

[@edgelordofmordor]

"Lay down your blade, I'll swallow mine " Damn

[@Aka_GUNDAM]

Another super cool music video. Totally awesome. And a really nice song too 👌

[@marlafar]

my favorite part of this video is that the "oil change reminder" sticker was left in the corner of the windshield.

[@alexisanezmorales7715]

Good very good !

[@skygazer9475]

Wow the video is superb! Well done Daniel!

[@mirandarodriguez4350]

Your voice is GODLY

[@Darth_Revan25]

Honestly outstanding. This is such a great song! Can't wait for the album this month! Well done Dan! 😁 👍

[@Darth_Revan25]

Quite Peter Gabriel-esque!

[@Kamaljitsingha__]

Dan my man🤩 i'm so happy for you🖤

[@Diverdjent]

Awesome as always. :D

[@HronisArva]

💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@askgee111]

Great job Dan...love the song, the video... the production is unreal. What's next? ;)

[@off-meta-michael]

Getting some tears for fears vibes on this, which I love!

[@kimseniorb]

mike bustamante I thought exactly the same

[@jakonjhn]

Nice track.lyrics pls

[@xborg3236]

Apex Twin vibes ❤

[@DustInMindMusic]

👏👏👏

[@Vynterchilld]

Fuck yeah, another amazing song!

[@dailywisdom1995]

I like this version better than the original one

[@embracemydarkestfearband]

3:20 has a total Katatonia feel

[@GlockAndARock]

Why the FUck would anyone dislike this shit

[@MultiEchelon]

А кто этот Дмитрий Степанов?))

[@Filyasi4ek]

В топы этот вопрос)

[@antibardak]

Рашн продюсер ну камон.

[@Satyricon589]

@@antibardak что за продюсер? Кого продюсировал?

[@Totone56]

Hello there

[@hfreed24]

0:59 That better be a Spotted Cow then.

[@kylekadow433]

It actually was xD

[@hfreed24]

@@kylekadow433 That't attention to detail. Also, just a great beer. Fantastic video, I hope you guys keep working with them for videos.

[@kylekadow433]

@@hfreed24 hahaha the beer choice was crucial. I really appreciate that and I hope so too, we put a lot into this one.

[@FlopsEgo]

Holy fucking wow

[@jaychow94]

Reminds me a little of Active Child

[@damiandick1]

Id love to hear you do a cover of George Michael's "One More Try"

[@t_rent]

Was that his Vax'Ildan cosplay?

[@ShortProducktion]

First few lines into the song I thought is it Steven Wilson...??🤔🤔🤔

[@KhaoX96]

oh

[@marlafar]

If I'm one of the other members of Tesseract, I'm a little worried about this TBH. This has massive potential. THICC

[@brettrobertleasure]

why do i hear duran duran in this?

[@jamesjackson6196]

*sees soup* ToomuchbreaderracT

[@myfaceisonfire6985]

Jesus christ daniel pull the handle on the inside of the car door

[@ondrejnemec8936]

Why does he drive on the right side? Isn't he British?

[@Tarkess]

Yes, but this was filmed in the US :)

[@petervanbavel6488]

It's a great song and album. Though i miss real drums. There's too much drummachine and sampling on the album.

[@nachomansandyravage2346]

Amazing voice.... that being said couldn't get into the song.

[@AG-6969]

love Daniel's vocals and songs, but again, as with WMBB, the music videos are really really weak...just my opinion. Sorry.

[@jeremielesne7715]

🤨 no me gusta

[@tdrsimulations]

So beautifully shot!! Everything about these visuals just dances so perfectly in sync with the song itself. Great work from everyone involved