Rising Appalachia - Harmonize (Official Music Video)

Directors- Leah Song and Syd Woodward
Cinematographer/Editor- Syd Woodward and Hemmie Lindholm
Musicians- Chloe Smith, Leah Song, Biko Casini, Arouna Diarra, and David Brown
Actors- Noah & Jacob Hart, David Brown, Biko Casini, Dustin Thomas, Syd Woodward, and Crystal Sanders
Harmonize - A love song and a rite of passage to that higher form of love. It’s about the calling forth of truth, lust, inspiration, fantasy, and honesty from the depths of a person. It presents true love as an opportunity to dive into an 'asking and telling' rapport instead of assuming or confining. The hook, "I’m awake for you", is meant to shift the listener into a deep heartbeat - a throbbing of sorts. Awake means listening. Awake means present. Awake means vulnerable and ignited.

[@coreyogles2664]

If only every man coming into himself could be surrounded by teachers and loved ones in an environment like the one shown in this video. I'm only 23 but this piece has me feeling nostalgic for when I was 18 and hitched from the east coast to the west and eventually settled into this incredible community of food growers, herbalists, and self doers in the foothills of Southern Oregon that took me under their wing and totally changed the course of my life with patient passing of wisdom and skills and providing space for me to find my own path into my manhood while presenting the perfect balance of challenges and support. What a different world we would have if all boys became men in this way. Aho!

[@tinasmalldon352]

Perfect! Oregon love forever! Peace be with you, sweet soul :)

[@robertmalden593]

AHO brother. We are all divinely connected and receive "pushes" from the source to take us towards the direction of our true calling. I'm happy that you've found your way. Truly. ❤️

[@SuperCrackhead23]

I'm from southern Oregon brother! I couldn't agree more.

[@bryankeller3492]

What is "healthy masculinity"? Is "toxic masculinity" simply the maturity to realize human existence requires more than Tai Chi and herbalism. Most of us are forced to face reality and do the dirty jobs.

[@foresakentonone4148]

Broke your wrist eh???

[@EyesWideOpen77]

It's not surprising that music issued forth from Appalachia, one of the last strongholds of nature in the East, resonates so strongly here in the PNW. I'm from Maryland, now living in Central Oregon and the number of people who have arrived here from the east coast is astounding. I believe there is a unconscious movement afoot, a migration of newly awoken spirits of all ages, turning away from the negativity and chaos that permeates places where the folly of mankind has obliterated the peaceful path and towards the healing draw of the PNW, where they can stand amidst the ancient wisdom of the natural world, spread their arms wide and realize the potential of their better nature.

[@sarahemmons7555]

This is a beautiful thought. I am in Vermont, if I lived in a large city I may have migrated by now…🥰

[@amberlinton7919]

That was amazingly well said, we moved to the PNW to harmonize with the trees and water.

[@EyesWideOpen77]

@@amberlinton7919 Thank you neighbor!

[@carmensantana8705]

Very insightful ideal, could Oregon support that spirit of mankind? Magnetism I'd like to believe is happening throughout the world 🌎 ✨️ 🙏 I believe it's possible. Namaste Oregon will see you soon.

[@100datbitch4]

Be where your feet are. You are the universe…wherever you stand you create your surroundings, your surroundings don’t create you.

[@mj-exist-loudly]

that. is healthy masculinity. it’s beautiful and pure and raw. our entire society has got it all wrong

[@jesusisking4ever222]

Well SAID! Now let us pray! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@vaymullins428]

Literally every time I listen to these talented women, it brings me back down to earth and sets my spirit right and this was absolutely no exception. Love this!!

[@sentientcardboarddumpster7900]

Yes very grounding! I'll never forget seeing these ladies not knowing anything about them. Completely blew me away.

[@divinelifealchemy]

Me too spot on people, spot on music

[@celestewilkinson8302]

I feel exactly the same way. Brings such peace to my heart!!!

[@keenancheatham3619]

Exactly!!

[@renaelmer]

Me tooo!!!!

[@Chrstnrchrdsn]

Chillin to this album non stop through the Pandemic

[@luluwilliams6162]

Spiritual Soul same. I love their music. Saw them perform in Peru at a benefits concert last March. I’ve been hooked since!

[@pattilogston9222]

Spiritual Soul for sure love it

[@aliciadominique4285]

Spiritual Soul Me too! Nice to hear! Bless!

[@journeyoflovelight]

@@luluwilliams6162 The people they must draw must be amazing.. I was working on being at the concert at Red Rock Amphitheater Colorado.. Im thinking it would be an experience of this life time. ❤☮♾🕸

[@luluwilliams6162]

Journey of Love and Light Oh man I couldn’t begin to tell you or describe the energy in the room! It was like a family affair, people of all ages just jamming. Their performances are very organic and uplifting. They sound amazing live as their records! Trust me if you love their music and have an opportunity to attend a concert, please do you won’t regret it!

[@joeroberts8250]

Thanks for this modeling of the healthy masculine

[@jenniferjennifer9612]

Joe Roberts YES! Such a delight to witness ❤️

[@TheDonwiggins]

Valid comment

[@namafarm]

TRUTH

[@zippermama3666]

Also a thought I had in in mind watching this beautiful video unfold.

[@emlyn4096]

Definitely where my mind was at. So beautiful made me want to cry!

[@lina1997.]

Tell me what makes you weary Tell me what lights up your eyes I'll meet you there in the middle We'll lay down and harmonize Tell me what makes you peaceful Tell me what you fantasize I'll take an oath in the moonlight We'll lay down and harmonize We'll lay down and harmonize I'm awake for, I'm, I'm awake for you I'm awake for, I'm, I'm awake for you I'm awake for, I'm, I'm awake for you I'm awake for, I'm, I'm awake for you Tell me what keeps you honest Tell me what keeps you inspired I'll always come in the morning We'll lay down and harmonize Tell me what moves you ready Tell me what moves your insides I'll bring the soul bring it steady We'll lay down and harmonize We'll lay down and harmonize I'm awake for, I'm, I'm awake for you I'm awake for, I'm, I'm awake for you I'm awake for, I'm, I'm awake for you I'm awake for you, yeah I'm awake for you, yeah (I'm awake for you) I'm awake, I'm awake, I'm awake for you (I'm awake for you) I'm awake, I'm awake, I'm awake for you (I'm awake for you, I'm awake for you) I'm awake for you, yeah (awake for, awake for) I'm awake for you, yeah (awake for, awake for) I'm awake for you (awake for, awake for) I'm awake for you (awake for, awake for) I'm awake for, I'm, I'm awake for you

[@satyasunshine9737]

I play this at least 1 time each day,harmonize!!!!😌🙏🫶🥰🩵🩷💜🎵🎶💛🌹☮️

[@manuelvillaescusa]

Tell me what makes you weary Tell me what lights up your eyes I´ll meet you there in the middle We´ll lay down and harmonize Tell me what makes you peaceful Tell me what you fantasize I´ll take an oath in the moonlight We´ll lay down and harmonize I’m awake for you Tell me what keeps you honest Tell me what keeps you inspired I´ll always come in the morning We´ll lay down and harmonize Tell me what moves you ready Tell me what moves your insides I´ll bring the soul bring it steady We´ll lay down and harmonize I’m awake for you

[@flog.4730]

Manuel Villaescusa thank you for providing the words 🙏🏽

[@hellynnwheels6819]

Yes, thank you!

[@hernanmarley8786]

hi, i´m from argentina, ¿what does it mean... "Tell me what moves you ready"??? please i don't understand that expression . thank u

[@hellynnwheels6819]

hernan marley I understand it to mean what inspires you to take action.

[@liliyasamiliv8783]

Thank you

[@RIPLEYTHEBAND]

I wish your music was playing everywhere, we need your sound so much.

[@aactuallyaash]

I could smell earth as I listened. Thank you for warming the soul.

[@Mark.H.9192]

Beautiful comment Ashley! Thank you. Your comment warmed mine.

[@namafarm]

The Song is one thing... and the Video! Images of a reUnited Human Family of all skin and soul, with Kind Capable Powerful and Gentle Men... that is quite another blessing ...all together now... The ending with the gift basket drawn from all throughout their travels ... any being would be so blessed by that Offering Basket. Wow. What a vision. May more of us access the Sacred Drum and achieve the Great ReSkilling

[@applecom1de509]

YOU PROMISING ME THAT I DON'T HAVE TO BE SCARED AND THAT I WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED IN LIFE IN THE SLIGHTEST WITH A POWER OF CONVICTION THAT I GET CONVINCED, AND THEN WE DO IT, THAT WOULD LIGHT UP MY EYES.

[@craigsounddesigner]

What an earth love and kindness style these ladies bring to the world through their music and artful ways. Thanks

[@applecom1de509]

BEING ABLE OR GETTING ENABLED TO TRUST MYSELF LIGHTS UP MY EYES

[@christinagurchinoff1517]

Saturday morning dishwashing and cleaning and cooking music. Thanks ladies! 💙💜💜💜💙💜

[@applecom1de509]

BEING IN AWE OF LIFE IN POSITIVITY PEACE LOVE AND CALM LIGHTS UP MY EYES

[@applecom1de509]

NOT BEING DISAPPOINTED BY LIFE LIGHTS UP MY EYES

[@TheDonwiggins]

Now I have to put the earbuds in and listen again. Straight to the pineal gland. 🎶

[@journeyoflovelight]

Right..

[@robertmalden593]

Ase

[@julianemiranda5383]

yeah

[@aprilpeladeau3896]

Thank you for helping me feel more like myself than ever before. It’s nice to feel my heart again

[@faysalkhan7685]

I love you

[@kevalbliss]

Glory to Life!

[@johnfeier7181]

I really appreciate what Rising Appalachia is doing. Modernizing the Appalachian sound in a beautiful way.

[@benotafraid3231]

If you enjoy folk music, please check out "The Riverside". They are a delight, mixing folklore, myth, the old, and the new sounds of love, life, and its great mysteries.

[@emmaleeoutlaw8925]

I absolutely love this song!!! My favorite part was the end: "I'm awake for, I'm, I'm awake for you I'm awake for, I'm, I'm awake for you I'm awake for, I'm, I'm awake for you I'm awake for you, yeah I'm awake for you, yeah (I'm awake for you) I'm awake, I'm awake, I'm awake for you (I'm awake for you) I'm awake, I'm awake, I'm awake for you (I'm awake for you, I'm awake for you) I'm awake for you, yeah (awake for, awake for) I'm awake for you, yeah (awake for, awake for) I'm awake for you (awake for, awake for) I'm awake for you (awake for, awake for) I'm awake for, I'm, I'm awake for you"!!!!! I LOVE THE WHOLE THING!!!!!!!! 😻😻😻😻😻 🐈‍⬛🐈😻😻😍😍

[@franklee4294]

Thanks for sharing your wonderful gifts with us. It's great to see traditional acoustic music carrying forward and evolving through another generation.

[@namafarm]

Isnt it just? YES

[@journeyoflovelight]

I agree..

[@nikkilee7728]

I've lived in the city my entire life, watching videos like this helps me to escape to a different kind of lifestyle, slower, freer. I love it. Thanks, ladies

[@sarahemmons7555]

If this Video makes you feel that then move or at the very least vacation as cheaply as possible, lol, climb trees sit in the river it’s good for your soul 🥰

[@HarmonyGoddessArt]

Just discovered you! I am madly in love with your sound, harmonies, instrumentation...and beautiful videos!!

[@Rosylee54]

Me too... both sound and the visual are really super... emotional!

[@SeanCanDance]

Words don't describe the energy of this band. Glad you found it!

[@faysalkhan7685]

Beth I love you

[@faysalkhan7685]

Beth I love you

[@johnrice5755]

:-)

[@briankelly7698]

Listen to these ladies almost daily! I find peace and direction from the music and vocals. Keep up the movement you beautiful souls💚

[@Kidrulez2]

I always sing this to my girlfriend to see her smile cuz we cant stop listening to this amazing song together

[@kennygold217]

I'm very grateful for hearing so i can hear this medicine for the world

[@expandingspirit3652]

Just so beautiful- ALL of it. The story, the Souls, the Sound~ Thank you Chloe & Leah. May Mother Gaia and all of her inhabitants “lay down and Harmonize” 💞🌈🌏🕉💫

[@angelgreenway9950]

This song always speaks to my inner child 🥰

[@ranns160]

How sweet. This is what it will be like to lay this life down for the OTHER life. We will lay down and harmonize with our Lord. Amen.

[@kennygold217]

Medicine with every masterpiece i hear from these ladies omg i love there souls

[@deani9011]

Simply beautiful. Thank you. I have a message I would like to share with you and everyone too. This may sound a bit 'out there' but it's true. If you sing to the SUN of love and thanks, the SUN will answer you with stronger healing rays. It's miraculous, divine. You can use any tune, just add your own words of love and thanks. The more you do, the more you will see, our life giving, living light. Thank you again. With light and love always🎶🌞💓

[@Starwindfey]

You get what you give, the Sun is alive.

[@rocarr180]

❤️

[@satyasunshine9737]

I listen to 1-2 times each day &"harmonize"!!!! LOVE this,siStars!!!🙏💜🩷💛🫶💖🩵🎵🎶🌹🥰🔮🫂☮️🌈🌟

[@elizaerskine9461]

The sweetness of the ending just made me cry

[@Mz.TonyaAngelicMystic111]

You Amazingly talented Beautiful Ladies!!!! I freaking LOVE YOU!!! You came into my life. Right on time!!! My daughter Granddaughter and great niece and my niece. Live your EVERYDAY!!! As soon as she get close enough Oklahoma. Lol. We WILL BE THERE!!!! With bells on and feathers. What ever else we can fin. Thank so much!!! Your music is medallion for the soul.

[@bonniestewart1870]

The wings of my soul just SOARED. You are purity and radiance. Much metta.💛

[@thecityshaman2140]

Wats metta meen

[@oranjjjggg]

spirit family Buddhist term meaning loving kindness

[@meganhughes2190]

I love your songs and when I'm upset, or in a bad mood. you help me calm down and be happy. I love dancing to this kind of music!

[@ErinScope]

Beautiful music. The addition of the Kora gives the song a sunny balearic glow. I’ve not heard as good a mix of instruments in a while. Stunning.

[@gerardvermeer2]

Hey check out amadou & mariam you will love

[@steepertree]

Best Valentine of the day.

[@patrickglass1866]

Your musical medicine is luminous and life-giving! Thank you.

[@celestewilkinson8302]

I'm awake for you, All Of You! This is some of the best music out there!

[@darrylpokea2862]

We are the stuff of the Earth, The stuff of Nature, The stuff of the stars, and the stuff that makes up each other if we pay attention to one another!!!

[@mkaltreider5322]

Just found this jewel and I've enjoyed other Rising Appalachia songs. The kora musician is a wonderful addition to this lovely piece/peace. Thank you 🙏

[@virtualscouser]

Needed this today, gratitude and blessings friends.✌

[@jamesdarrenhepworth7014]

Jay Nielsen me too man

[@mikefurbee8425]

Beautiful. Love the Appalachian music that is for OUR time!

[@SysPoppy]

we are all pure, and sacred, and beautiful.

[@emmilypalmer9269]

So good 🙏🤟♾

[@cheyennechildress9391]

Always feeling humbled and grateful when I bless my ears with these beautiful women. ❤️

[@bkbland1626]

Well said.

[@freemangirl16]

Just recently stumbled upon you ladies and I’m glad I did. Listening to your music brings a sense of calm and happiness. That’s how I feel out in the forest.

[@missyparker1384]

Thank you for bringing a beautiful song to the world...

[@savanahmuses]

Listening to y'all has become a daily grounding ritual for me. Thank you so much 💓💓💓

[@sherylhubel5971]

Same for me, I'm just late to the game. I just recently stumbled upon these beautiful musicians. So much talent and wisdom.

[@anniemalloy8208]

I stumbled onto your channel just today, and immediately connected to it. Your voices are tonic enough, but mixed with the instruments, the words, and the vibe of how you express your craft, is phenomenal - I really love it at a core level, already. Thank you for bringing it out for us to receive energy from. Peace :)

[@ManofStryfe]

Love it love it love it!!! So much soul and peace in this beautiful song!

[@KryptoWrath]

So Gorgeous!

[@eileenallen8791]

Love the slow mo, makes the video so heavy with emotion. Also captures the beauty of a moment!❤ ❣

[@Breadwinnerbiblical]

I could write about how much I love this video for an hour. Director, Ms. Song--thank you! I play this on my TV several times a week to fill my home with the angel voices of you goddesses of RA and the beauty y'all have made here. Also, thank you for showing us an image of healthy/Divine masculinity.

[@jodiemclauchlan1422]

I love you guys 🧚 It was Soo good to spend some time with you and hear you play! 🎉❤Thank you. X

[@lacisapp5391]

Yall bring me back to my peace. 💖

[@faysalkhan7685]

Hello dear friend

[@alexisinamine1042]

Love, love, love!

[@robertkeller9828]

So blown away by the announcement you're coming to Riverrocks 2020 April 18th in Columbia, SC!.

[@Mimi-sf5sq]

Give me this simple....pure and caring world that you show in your videos. As always the song...fabulous Ladies simply fabulous.

[@rosstheogre9381]

so amazing!

[@SmoothCinnamonX]

What a beautiful Valentine's Day gift from Leah and Chloe! 💖

[@TheRozabou]

So goood...but so good!

[@faysalkhan7685]

But I say you very good

[@jessicakruse8349]

I'm so in love with these talented sisters! This song reminds me of raising my 5 babies. All the things I wanted/tried so hard to give them. And still do. Its like a spiritual awakening to get my mothering heart back in the game after so many trying/tiring years of exhaustion. Thank you for what you do!!!!!!!

[@lauragrace4251]

As a mum of 6 I totally resonate with this comment & these amazing soul sisters for the same reason, reminds me whats important and brings calm back to the chaos

[@marialane1805]

This video is extremely well done! Organic and polished! Amazing! Thanks also for not exploiting these beautiful women. Namaste 🙏

[@tannertrokey4771]

This song has sparked an awareness in me that I now realize, is like we have a happy place. A happy dream. Either here or somewhere. I prayed here and God listened you know. I was scared cuz I couldn't take it anymore, my life(minus my cat and the thought of the future). I answered these questions and asked for that. Cuz I was scared I was gonna die and go to my happy place cuz I just couldn't take it, i didnt want to. Just wanted to be happy so i took a nap and woke with this awareness. An awareness an angle that I wanna be here. I don't wanna dream of a happy place at night when I sleep... like Dmt. I've smoked twice once I almost left to another place but instinctively realized it's here but not with conscious awareness. The. The 2nd time I smoked I was cometh here and with more awareness. Realized I was at that place I wanna dream of. Now I have full awareness that here is the happy place. At least I choose this. I hope you do to. It's all right here.

[@kevalbliss]

Precious One; May you feel the tender Adoration of Divine Mother relishing De✨Light in her heart holding you.

[@trnobles]

This song and video gives me hope that a better world is possible... Just beautiful!

[@archmichael3698]

Rising Appalachia is so good. Love you. And of course, thank you. I see you, Dustin.Thomas. 💙

[@radnowonward]

This is now in my head & heart forever, bless

[@jacquelynthomas8639]

This song is what the world needs right now love these girls

[@user-ef9yq5zb6i]

Beautiful music ladies! The world needs more with the dawning of the age. With chaos all around Everybody Must Learn to control chaos not let it swallow you! So be it

[@designedbybrilliance]

Harmonizing with my soul, you remind me there is no need to rush the unfolding of who I am creating myself to be.

[@faysalkhan7685]

Good say

[@jefffrance7247]

Thank you so much for this beauty, poured over my soul like honey 🍯

[@eyedeas408]

Beautiful 💙 love this so much. what an amazing and uplifting video!

[@anonymoustruth5950]

I’ve met them. Seen them live in concert many times. They are truly magical beings.

[@babagaia2229]

Thank you family, honoring you this evening in highest appreciation. Waves of love pouring to and through you

[@christeena6153]

Magical✨✨✨✨

[@andyiveson4731]

Literally discovered the band 5 minutes ago and already love your music!

[@dawnamen7018]

This music makes my soul happy.Love it!

[@abouttimeduo]

"Imma wait for you...I'm awake for you."

[@carolemorgan3919]

This bands music has the power to bring some Pease to my taterd old soul. Thank you!

[@austincarroll9562]

Yay happy valentines day girls and everyone

[@was2play]

Brilliant! So many things come through your music…it’s a feast for the soul. Kudos!

[@sunlight253]

~Amazing magic!!

[@desparchadospuntocom]

(It souldn't but) your capabilities of creating music embeded with emotions and tranquility amazes me and that's something that won't change ever. Your songs feel alive and bring us all joy and warmth. Once again, thank you for existing and this song just made this Valentine's day a day to rejoice and sing.

[@soulscompasshealing]

Why shouldn't it? That's the magic of potent music!

[@desparchadospuntocom]

@@soulscompasshealing Because I've been listening to them for quite some time and their music has gotten me through tough times, so I shouldn't be surprised by the fact that they are marvelous and their music is incredibly peaceful; but I am because every new song fills my soul as if it was the first time I've listened to them

[@soulscompasshealing]

Yeah man I feel ya!

[@sylviegiraultpixie]

I am si grateful 🙏 love all your songs

[@meynied494]

You girls will be the music of this summer 2020, your sound leaves me where i belong.

[@jacquelynthomas8639]

Mey Nied so right because I’m pushing it to others it a wonderful song for what r This country is going through

[@lilyswan]

This is so incredibly uplifting! Thank you for bringing the soul and the basket of generous love.

[@zorbahx110]

The most beautiful thing I have ever seen🥸🥸🥸🥸

[@AnnaKessie]

I have your tunes and lyrics ringing through my head all day and it seriously brings me peace and happiness and love towards all

[@amberdeylonTV]

Pure yum!

[@waterlilly7204]

I just love this song so much! 💙💜💙 I'm so grateful for this beautiful creation you have all weaved together. This music enriches my life 💖🌟💖

[@veronicaolivares9150]

Lovely!!!

[@kialynnshipley7669]

Beautifully done ladies! ❤

[@robertfoster8820]

Enchanting Lovely Young Ladies, graciously sharing your heart space vibes to this magical moment of existence :) :)

[@Daisy-fairy]

I love your music still to this day. Been watching and listening for at least 5 years now. Never gets old. It's like meditation for me

[@Kennamorphosis]

please keep bringing these gorgeous beams of beats into our lives. it makes my ears so happy. can't wait for the new album on may 3rd, that is also my birthday. :)

[@rhythm9474]

Beautiful conscious music:) healthy for the soul

[@cm7323]

Their voices give me chills I bet I would faint if either of them touched me or even spoke to me.