The Slambovian Circus of Dreams - Stand Under, Understand (Official Music Video)

"Stand Under / Understand"
Produced and directed by Matthew Abourezk / Talking Box DMG
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Performers:
Joziah Longo
Sharkey McEwen
Tink Lloyd
RJ Mac Carthaigh
Matthew Abourezk
"Stand Under / Understand" is included on the Slambovian Circus of Dreams new album, A Very Unusual Head set for release January 21, 2022.
Pre-order now exclusively at BANDCAMP: www.slambovia....
The Story of "Stand Under / Understand"
At the end of 2020 in the midst of the pandemic we were all feeling a bit post-apocalyptic. Band videographer Matt Abourezk was digging into the Slambovian Archives and found "Stand Under, Understand," a demo from 25 years ago.
Matt was so inspired by the song, that he immediately envisioned the creative direction you will see in the video. Leaning into the atmosphere of our country and the world at the time, we set out to create an implied post-apocalyptic sense of desperation and isolation, mixed with hope and the feeling that a giant reset is upon us, to create this epic video.
The video was shot in isolation over a two month period. We referenced the original studio demo as a guide for the new recording of "Stand Under, Understand" to make sure we kept the original electricity from the demo, and then recorded the current version in each of our homes. Sharkey produced the great audio mix you hear and Matt edited and layered the video until his computer begged for mercy.
Sharkey is playing the same guitar made by Katsumi, our guitar tech at the time many years ago. It was the first guitar Katz ever made, the love infused in that instrument makes it 'sing' with a bit of Samurai edge. The concept of the main lyric came to Joziah in a time of great difficulty, and was comforting... The compassionate Zen-like haiku style of the title "Stand Under, Understand" seems the perfect message for 2021. The song waited for the right time... 25 years later when we all needed it.
Website/Social Media:
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Contact Info:
Management: [e-mail]
Booking: The Roots Agency [e-mail]
Storm King Records - BFD/Sony/Orchard
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Stand Under, Understand © 2021 Slambovian Music, BMI
Lyrics by Joziah Longo
Music by Longo and McEwen
LYRICS:
Stand
Under
Understand
Standing under gray skies
I want to understand it all
Stand
Under
Understand
Listening to clouds cry
Waiting for their tears to fall
They’re crying for the colors
They’re crying for the rain
For sisters and for brothers
To feel each other’s pain
Stand
Under
Understand
Standing under gray skies
I want to understand it all
Stand
Under
Understand
Listening to clouds cry
Waiting for their tears to fall
They’re crying for the colors
They’re crying for the rain
For sisters and for brothers
To heal each other’s pain
Did I hear a voice
Was it just my own
Something me cry
Something so alone
Did you see that light
It almost made me blind
Something broke the night
Was it just my mind
Stand
Under
Understand
Standing under gray skies
Can you hear the voices call
They’re calling to the colors
They’re calling for the rain
For sisters and for brothers
To end each other’s pain
Stand
Under
Understand
Understand
Understand
Understand
Slambovian Music 2021 BMI
Song by Longo/McEwen

[@christinedirnhofer3435]

Definitely God inspired. It's so moving. I always loved your voice and music, but this is exceptional. We need music like this to keep us sane. Thank you. ❤️

[@meanderingmedic]

Looking forward to this. Will take me back to TheEyesHaveit, Duffield, Derbyshire, UK when corona was just a beer....

[@helenbostock2350]

Man wants to be king. I think you're right in your need

[@pennywilson725]

Perfect visual/musical message for these times. Hope you all know how much we appreciate seeing/hearing the Colors -- we need them. Thank you, Matthew, for the vision, and Thank you all for the music💖🎵🎶💖

[@NICO9000]

That solo!👏

[@left0verture]

A definite Floyd flavored anthem. Absolutely perfect guitar solo.

[@helenbostock2350]

I look around first. What happens in the sky. I look first. Then I grap that through. I understand what I looked at first then work out in my own head should I weather a rain hat. I center my self now making progress I see your music is more beautiful than ever

[@bonniemancini1112]

I too have been hypnotized by this video and music!! The words are just outstanding! Perfect timing!! Thank you once again for helping us to stay sane!!🤗💜🧚🏻🎩

[@PrincessWowNetwork]

Powerful song/video. Saw their show at The Colony in Woodstock. Amazing! Fortunate to know them too. Great people

[@pumpwellington6631]

This is fantastic. Please come to Athens GA.

[@ChrisCouse]

Feeling the depth. Awaiting a return to Slambovia.

[@deanmars1]

Spellbinding music, lyrics and video innovation! The Slambovians Rule! As Haunting as “Talking to the Buddha”!

[@helenbostock2350]

Beautiful song

[@denisesmith5318]

Bravo

[@sean317]

Perfection!

[@davidwhite5419]

This should be as good as it gets during a pandemic

[@helenbostock2350]

Then I started commenting it's take me to understand people where listen. Love song

[@sharongarlandfdn-p9491]

Brilliant! of course. The song, the musicianship and production, the video and its production all wonderful. Timely.

[@bb7475]

Thank you

[@kimmysophiabrown4807]

so excellent.

[@angelalynn3431]

Looking forward!!

[@jillpadua5984]

A beautiful song, wonderfully produced. Thanks for a great show last night!

[@peg4847]

Snowing upstate... This is just the Cure. Thinking of you guys yesterday and was wearing your shirt. Was hoping you were okay. Happy you got that European tour in when you did. Wish I bought one of your blankets.... Your music makes my house and Heart warm. Will be happy when I can open the windows and blast my speakers to share your Genius. Thank You💖

[@timberframingbear]

Thank you. That was needed

[@CO-yz5zo]

Truly beautiful song and video. So many emotions.

[@CaptainOfTheLostWaves]

Beautiful to hear and wonderful to see you all. This feels biblical in its execution x

[@TheHarryMann]

Yes.. biblical a good take on it.

[@edcav54]

Most excellent Joe, super. And yes I can still dig it

[@billyfinley1546]

I can't stop watching and listening to this-you never disappoint, the positive emotions you evoke are worship worthy

[@RandyInCT]

Thanks for the invite, Tink...so excited! Miss y'all.

[@omerinemarie]

Wow, wow, WOW! BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@AVPIn5d]

Fantastic video! So glad Matt’s computer didn’t give out while begging for mercy. What creativity on Matt’s part!!! The song is so awesome as well!! Love you guys and gal!! ✌🏼❤️

[@michaelcharron5613]

Brilliant as always, impeccable songwriting, production and instrumentals from one of the best and most creative bands around. We have become quasi Slambovians following the band around to experience the full talent of the group live. Thanks again for putting out the Vibe from Sleepy Hollow, Bravo 👏👏👏👏

[@carolohmartbehan]

Your music has lifted my spirits often in this long pandemic year. And now with this marvelous new Song in early April 2021, a new Day is dawning. Blessings & much gratitude 💜🌷💛🌷💜

[@jazzygaits]

Just beautiful! Thank you for another amazing song!

[@donnadee8888]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼Excellent👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@joannenaujeck940]

What a great voice and oh Starkey,the guitar puts me in a trance,I saw them perform two times,just amazing!!!!

[@stevepennell1258]

Both song and video are really good! So happy to hear a new song from you.

[@revwillbaez]

Bravo. Another great song and message.

[@Swimnomore]

Great piece of work. Good job. Been following you for years. My favorite t shirts were designed by someone in your group. Talented in so many ways. Thanks for making my day!

[@astroal]

thanks for the music slambovia!

[@dianeleonard1040]

lovely

[@caryln8512]

Great song!

[@stevekille6239]

I'm excited!

[@pumpwellington6631]

Me too!

[@pennywilson725]

@@pumpwellington6631 Me three!

[@lindabradbury5883]

@@pennywilson725 Me 4 :-)

[@buddhapeach]

Just wonderful my friends!!! ✌️✌️✌️🌸🌸🌸

[@peg4847]

Pure Magic🎇💖

[@karpen]

Wonderful! Beautiful video and song. Just great.

[@lumenjingos7482]

Fantastic!

[@helenbostock2350]

I like my own computer and life to listen to you because I want to

[@helenbostock2350]

You say you want to understand. I sure if you do you would want to. Believe me you would

[@themoderndruid1145]

You guys are criminally underrated! I prefer you over the Beatles. I don’t care if I get hate it’s just the facts.

[@helenbostock2350]

Stop crying never again will I cry I am just happy

[@druidsedge]

Trapped on the Earth, gave up mind-wings to have love too soon.😂

[@eskimospy2]

Is it weird that I think Joziah looks a little like Obi-Wan Kenobi in this image?

[@ButtonwoodTree]

not weird. It's weird to see Joziah without a hat! SO EXCITED for new songs!

[@pennywilson725]

Shapeshifting?

[@themoderndruid1145]

Did you guys piss someone off or something seriously your music is amazing!

[@helenbostock2350]

When you understand you don't have a clue. When we over stand. You can get a better picture order out of life and your life.

[@helenbostock2350]

When you understand you really will not want to but my the time you do it will be to. Late

[@helenbostock2350]

You would like what you find

[@phillipdolcetti1632]

Fantastic!