waking up without you

19-07-23 - waking up without you
a remnant of a shelved shoegaze/black metal project and a tribute to those no longer with us

[@stonemason5116]

Just had to put my dog down yesterday, we spent the last 15 years together. Today is the first day waking up without her here. This song is definitely gonna be on repeat, truly beautiful

[@Dubnot]

I don't know you or your dog, but I'm thinking this song was made for you guys. Much love, and remember to laugh.

[@Shornetastic]

I'm sure it was the best 15 years she could have had. I'm sorry for your loss.

[@conblurgh]

I'm sure your pup loved every second of those 15 years with you! Thanks for sharing her with us, and I hope your grief eases when you're ready.

[@jeremyzenkar8996]

It takes a long while for the pain to ease. Take solace in the fact that you were the best family your dog could ever want. Your dog loved you and they know you loved them as well. Waiting at the Bridge, they will be ok. In time, so will you.

[@chancethewizard2336]

i feel this. all dogs go to doggy heaven

[@ptmaddens1]

We all knew this comeback was gonna be fire, but from polyrhythmic brain melters to these wide open soundscapes.... Kmac is truly incredible...

[@firebrand4074]

Bros on that Robert Fripp level of musical range

[@vd_sv]

the maestro Kmacavelli

[@kalmath_]

That man here is a musical gem himself. Take care of yourself dude, we need you. You're loved here

[@brycewalburn3926]

You have so much range as a musician and a songwriter, and it's abundantly clear that this community loves and supports ALL of it! Well done, yet again.

[@salad9226]

Another day goes by, Close my eyes and drift away Into another day Of waking up without you

[@benhamdorf7982]

You're making something so special, Mr K-Machiavelli. Thank you.

[@shawnman1156]

The lyrical machete 😂

[@memorya_]

All these years of memes and songs, and we'll never know about the loved one you lost. But it doesn't matter. All of us who have lost a loved one, we share the same feelings. Thank you for the song. Stay well, brother Kmac.

[@old-schematic]

About the loved big mac he dropped into the toilet

[@ash_aiden]

​@@old-schematic rip big Mac and everyone we lost Along the way

[@timothymckane6362]

Very beautiful shoegaze/post-metal music. I could just listen it as many times as I want.

[@seembou]

reminds me of Kokomo a lil beat ❤

[@tijnjanssen3931]

I unironically answer with Kmac now when I'm asked who my favorite artist is. All of us here see your raw talent for absolutely beautiful, impactful music.

[@iancovel]

From one self-deprecating artist to another, I hope that, when you are feeling down about yourself, you read these comments at face value. To have the gift of knowing, without a doubt, that your art has meant something to someone, affected them emotionally, given them inspiration, this is everything we strive for. I hope you take solace in that when things weigh down on you.

[@Trashmane_]

This song has somehow transported me to the worst and the best times of my life all at once. Absolutely beautiful had goosebumps the whole time

[@ZeusTheMatti]

Got some explosions in the sky feelings from this song. Good job mr Kmac. You are one hell of a musician.

[@ICKY427]

i thought the same thing

[@xenonvinc]

I wish that I could listen to all of your songs on spotify. You are such a talented musician

[@tom_shredz]

Most underrated musician I know of

[@mexicanmaggot666]

Djune and Djuly have been a trip, man. Out of all the tracks you've put out so far, this one's my favorite. I consider your moody stuff to be your best. Just don't fade into obscurity for too long again, we miss you! And to everyone who's ever lost a loved one, my deepest condolences. Their absence is always felt.

[@Myodion]

Another week, another awesome track - have a great day KMAC and everyone reading. O/

[@roelofbekelaar874]

Thank you. Beautiful. I recently lost my younger brother, who was mentally ill and addicted to drugs for his entire life. He stood no change in life, he was such a good person, but had a horrible life and he was such a talented guitar player. So sad... Waking up without him is a struggle for me and my family. Thank you for such beautiful music.

[@supremelordoftheuniverse5449]

My condolences man. My youngest brother is the best human being I know and life’s not been fair to him either. I count my blessing for having him

[@TourniReacts]

This song makes me feel at peace. Thank you Kmac, take care of yourself ❤

[@ryanchappell1745]

As I listen to this for the first time, I am drinking beer at 4.30pm and preparing to meet the love of my in a couple hours for her to tell me "it's over". Although I might be wrong, it's been a tough few months and I'm ready for whatever outcome. The music I've just heard resonates with me and my emotion right now and I know it will be okay whatever happens. Thanks for the beautiful music Kmac. It will forever be a piece of music that I relate to whatever this feeling I'm feeling now is.

[@piyushsharma5177]

hope you doing well my brother. Life is sad and tough at times. Just live in the moment and be grateful for what we have today. we will make it through together with the gift of music..

[@garryiglesias4074]

In France we have a song for this moment, it's called "Manu" from the artist "Renaud"... But it's all about the lyrics, so it might be useless unless you know French. But it says some things like (from a friend perspective): «One woman lost and it's ten friends back» «Hey Manu don't cry, you're making me sad» And other gems in French. Take care, life is hard sometimes, but it's meant to be lived.

[@ash_aiden]

She left me January

[@garryiglesias4074]

@@ash_aiden Good time to listen to Pilot's "January"...

[@ash_aiden]

@@garryiglesias4074 thanks for the recommendation

[@dvnam7842]

Dreamy post-rock shoegazy vibes. loving it. 👌

[@holyhalloweenbatman]

Dude, you are so fucking talented. Almost no lyrics but you still perfectly captured that horrible, disjointed feeling of waking up after losing someone and wishing it was all a dream as reality sets in. Thank you so much for sharing these tracks with us over the past two months.

[@phoenixsplash135]

My boy has been gone for so long, now just blessing us with vid after vid. Has clearly been busy.

[@maestrogringo]

This is GREAT!! As a guitarist and songwriter myself, this inspires me to start writing again! 👏👏👏

[@geniusable2think]

Same thing happened to me about a project I’m working on.

[@javierlynch7000]

Recently woke up at 6 am during Winter holydays here in the south hemisphere, had nightmares about her so this is poetic. Thanks kmac 🖤

[@saschakuebart3337]

Goosebumps. I'm not crying, you are.

[@ConfydeMusic]

The first half of this song gives me serious Oceansize vibes, gorgeous!

[@yawmanr]

Really didn’t want to wake up crying today, but here we are. Never stop kmac ❤

[@phlowtron23]

This was just too good. There's a bit of This Will Destroy You + Hammock in this. Made me feel everything.

[@readymade83]

This September will be 10 years for my mom passing and this song was fantastic. Thanks for sharing.

[@cock_blocker]

Holy fucking shit, you never should've shelved this project, it's one of the most impressive things I've heard from you in a while

[@jeremyzenkar8996]

My brain went somewhere while listening. I'm not sure where. That's how I know this song is great.

[@BentleyWarner578]

Hey man I'm sure you won't see this and I'm sorry to ruin the core memes and be the 579th comment haha but I'm 18 yrs old and I've been in the emergency room for a few days straight and I absolutely love this song it is the most beautiful creative piece of artwork and gives me hope in a special way. I look back in July a week after my birthday and wish I could have heard this when It came out because I needed hope and to shed some light on my sickness and I, but having this on repeat for so long really makes me feel hopeful, and just happy for the times I got to spend feeling well and instead of dwelling on all of my friends and family I have lost recently, I am just glad to have spent the time I did when I did if that makes any sense at all. Thank you dude, much love and I wish you the best.

[@ladislavmalak444]

This beautiful composition has just daydreamed the shet outta me! Bravo, maestro Kmac! :)

[@pao6207]

Damn it really captures that gentle ache you can get when someone leaves your life. The feeling that's always there to greet you in your own head to remind you what you lost. Fuck

[@shdsky]

you are such a good musician man

[@user-zj5xe3wn1y]

A beautiful world inside your mind, thank you man! Thank you for this wonderful moment.

[@katchupwizard]

incredible. love everything youve done so far man. pure talent. thank you for sharing this with us!!!

[@willstruder]

Hauntingly beautiful, thank you, really needed this this morning ❤

[@Iggy900ss]

You are a great musician and and a treasure as a human being Kmac.... Thanks for keeping it up, an dfor sharing your music with us!

[@TwistedChi]

Kmac goes post-rock! I love it!

[@boopaloop]

Well, here I am again, Kmac. It'a 01:49 in the morning. I didn't know I needed to cry so deeply and feel so alive. I wish you knew how much your music has done for me.

[@winterflow6044]

beau-ti-ful! I love You and Your creations! keep going

[@Osmarbadom97]

Miss you Chuy, miss you Cynthia, miss you Alexis... Thanks Kmac for your awesome music

[@matheusluna802]

Made me emotional without a single word spoken, keep it up man, don't you ever stop making such beautiful pieces. Much love.

[@rubylux4223]

Love the heartfelt music. Reminds me of the post rock band Shipwrecks.

[@daphne-blue]

gorgeous 💙 I’m thrilled to hear more of these songs from you again

[@willbarnes4102]

This is the most beautiful track my ears have ever had the pleasure of listening to. Absolutely incredible 🤘

[@agungsycho]

Post rock vibes, very emotional. Great

[@Rayne113]

This song just feels different. I have lost my brother earlier this week. Been in contact practically daily... Your music is helping me deal with it. And helping me to distract myself.

[@John-tc9gp]

May your brother rest in peace.

[@robberfokz375]

I can only wish you good luck.

[@daltonmeade4189]

You really have something special, I could see this in a movie. Gorgeous

[@Echelon4401]

Beautiful my brother! Nice to see you making music as well much love from the states

[@Spitelol671]

Ever listened to a piece of music, that makes you just sit there in silence for a while? This was one of those for me. Thank you for sharing.

[@romulodsr]

Such nice tune!❤

[@kreddyfruger7905]

Music sounds like something from the Disco Elysium, but with some heavy instruments on top. Love this combo.

[@druid5931]

It does sound like those horns. This is great.

[@kentorvarengas9631]

Thank you Mr. mac, for making this. My best friend died just a year ago, while I wasn't there. I truly loved her. And ever since, I'm just not myself anymore. And I think, she would have loved this song. It is beautiful. I can't properly describe, how it sounds. But it sounds right. Thank you, for doing your thing, and not giving up. This song made me feel a bit at peace

[@nonpoint666rocks]

Just broke up with my ex not long ago, still miss waking up with him, still think about him everyday. This song hits right in the feels

[@GeminiWoods]

Whoa... How have I not heard this? This song embodies my emotions lately... Fuck man. It's beautiful.

[@Smirnovich]

Great Melody!

[@Ocean_Of_The_Lost_Memories]

This is one of the most beautiful piece of music I've ever listen to.....thank you Kmac.

[@troythetinkerer]

ALL THE FEELS.

[@luisovares4257]

Looks like a Deftones video.... but this sounds amazing ! 10/10

[@thewhale3672]

Sounds kinda deftones too

[@luisovares4257]

True

[@jaker721]

Beautiful

[@MefMM]

Your music always hits. Love it

[@DarksoldierX2]

Gives me the feels. Great work!

[@childofanu7215]

Ugh...beautiful.

[@nickbrodie]

This might be your best one yet. From a long-time fan, well done.

[@jb4966]

Reminds me of Cloudkicker. Excellent.

[@MrMedusarosa1]

Beautiful, just like everything you do ❤

[@ponikarych]

love your music so muth. amazing wibes

[@BluesLicks101]

Spectacular!

[@dimipage666]

Post rock masterpiece

[@scottishgentlemen6038]

This might be my favourite thing you've done. Stunning track and a really well chosen visual to go with it. You're making some great stuff - thanks for sharing it.

[@whayh2530]

I love this song

[@jerimiasheilmann9272]

Listening to this takes me back to my teenage years, I love it. So nostalgic. It also gives me heartache. I love it.

[@ForLorNVuLgaR]

Love it! Wish I wouldnt have read your description before the song ended cause now I feel like you owe me some black metal

[@jakewood2022]

This is absolutely beautiful. Thank you Kmac.

[@lingaardsoul3654]

fockin` awesome mate

[@TheGamingEX]

I needed this right now, pain is real with this one

[@5amJones]

Top work. I actually love this. Everything is just right, a light touch is all that's needed. Beaut mate

[@drwalmgc]

These silly, rainy islands bring some of the best bards. Keep it going Kmac!

[@BraderGeoYT]

Another week of weekly good dose of awesome track, the sound is very calming and relaxing

[@MarkBonerea]

Fuck... Didn't even knew how I actually feel about everything... Well, this one sure did put it in the perspective... Long and happy life I wish to you Kmac...

[@nohvembr4555]

Beautiful song brother. You are a talented musician

[@suerito]

Grandma, Angie & my best friend here. I... I miss you guys a lot. Thanks, K.

[@thepaganator868]

So heart crushing yet so comforting - absolutely incredible

[@BodaciousH]

You have a million subscribers for a reason, and it isn’t (entirely) because of your memes. You are a really fantastic songwriter and guitarist, and that’s what at least I’m here from

[@user-ey5xk5tj9r]

no his the most popular videos are memes

[@gmorkins6006]

Phenomenal.

[@alexvest2199]

Fucking remarkable dude. Another straight banger.

[@patcaza6166]

this is soundtrack music, man taking us to another place, once again damn talented

[@GraveyardShift-tl6ri]

dudeeee please id love to hear this blackgaze project if you ever revive it.

[@MrRizoable]

Explosions in the sky vibes. Me likey likey! ❤

[@Sam-ow3zo]

Wow man. Please keep the original work coming, this was a masterpiece.

[@jaysylver]

Got me in my feels! - Love it Kmac

[@ScarPK]

Beautiful. Rip to those not here anymore.

[@Kamile0n]

Amazing feel on this one!

[@katchen2626]

Beautiful piece! Been a fan for a while and im glad to see you releasing songs!

[@GCOSBenbow]

Need this in my spotify playlist yesterday.

[@mikey_noir]

Been dealing with a soul crushing end of a 3 year long relationship. This really hit me harder than I wanted it to but I couldn’t help but feel some type of comfort in it…thanks for everything that you do man.

[@roadkilldevel]

this brought me to tears man... you are amazing

[@andrewwilde4496]

Beautiful!!