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Wishing the Day

from Trampling Roses by The Simpletons

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The EP begins saucily with the lead single, Wishing the Day. The Spanish-influenced 12-string acoustic guitar introduction is an attention-grabber that leads into Fynn’s road-worn tenor voice. McMurtry’s reverbed vocals on the middle 8 are classic dream pop, featuring layered, lush guitars. For us, the highlight in the song involves an extended bridge reminiscent of sumptuous Brian Wilson-like harmony sandwiches consumed by the side of “the sea of tranquility.”

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Melancholy longing, reckless gaze
Dulling sting of halcyon days
The best that never was is yet a dream
Unbeholden beauty is not what it seems

I’m wishing the day, wishing the day away
I’m wishing the day away
I’m wishing the day, wishing the day away
I’m wishing the day away

Infinite sigh, from battered breast
Elysian splendor, rendered dispossessed
Nonsensical wisdom, quizzical whimsy
Hollow excuses, forever flimsy
The best that never was is yet a dream
Unbeholden beauty is not what it seems

In the Sea of Tranquility
Fear turns to felicity.
Beneath restless waves,
You’ll find me whiling my days

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from Trampling Roses, track released May 5, 2023
Words and Music by Nathan Fynn and Brian McMurtry
Vocals: Nathan Fynn and Brian McMurtry
Guitars and Keyboards: Brian McMurtry
Lead Guitar: Josiah Mitchell
Drums: Glenn Welman
Executive Producer: Marty Willson-Piper

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The Simpletons Dallas, Texas

The Simpletons are a reformation of an alternative Dallas-based band from the early 1990s. Originally formed by Australian Nathan Fynn, the Simpletons relied on innovative chord structure, driving creative melodies.The Simpletons are Nathan Fynn, Brian McMurtry, Scotty Mac, and Kari Grant Campbell. The Simpletons are produced by Marty Willson-Piper. ... more

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