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The Last Polar Bear - Dana Gillespie + AI Collaboration
The Last Polar Bear - Dana Gillespie + AI Collaboration
The last time Dana Gillespie participated in a song competition with her track "Move Your Body Close To Me," she not only emerged victorious but also saw the song soar to the top of the charts in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Now, Dana is back in her 60th year in music with "The Last Polar Bear," a unique collaboration with Casperaki, an AI startup dedicated to creating generative music, founded by Mathias Strasser. This innovative partnership has yielded a song that's in the running to represent San Marino at the Eurovision Song Contest. Your support can make a difference! If you believe "The Last Polar Bear" has legs, leave a comment to encourage the judges to advance it to the final selection round on February 24th in San Marino, where the representative for the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest will be chosen.
The last time Dana Gillespie participated in a song competition with her track "Move Your Body Close To Me," she not only emerged victorious but also saw the song soar to the top of the charts in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Now, Dana is back in her 60th year in music with "The Last Polar Bear," a unique collaboration with Casperaki, an AI startup dedicated to creating generative music, founded by Mathias Strasser. This innovative partnership has yielded a song that's in the running to represent San Marino at the Eurovision Song Contest. Your support can make a difference! If you believe "The Last Polar Bear" has legs, leave a comment to encourage the judges to advance it to the final selection round on February 24th in San Marino, where the representative for the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest will be chosen.
The Best Christmas Ever
The Best Christmas Ever
BEST CHRISTMAS EVER
BEST CHRISTMAS EVER
Spoken……
Spoken……
You know, I’m counting the days, in so many ways
You know, I’m counting the days, in so many ways
Till you’re home with me, finally
Till you’re home with me, finally
1. We’ve been apart, so now my aching heart
1. We’ve been apart, so now my aching heart
Is waiting for you, to come home to
Is waiting for you, to come home to
Hold me tight
Hold me tight
2. Sometimes it’s been tough, but now I’ve had enough
2. Sometimes it’s been tough, but now I’ve had enough
Of holding on, since you’ve been gone
Of holding on, since you’ve been gone
It’s time to reunite
It’s time to reunite
Chorus 1
Chorus 1
Let’s make it the best Christmas ever
Let’s make it the best Christmas ever
I’ve got a big surprise
I’ve got a big surprise
When you open your eyes, you’ll see
When you open your eyes, you’ll see
3.It’s been so long, that I’ve been strong
3.It’s been so long, that I’ve been strong
Sleeping alone, but life on my own
Sleeping alone, but life on my own
Sure ain’t fun
Sure ain’t fun
4.So I made a vow, that I’ve kept till now
4.So I made a vow, that I’ve kept till now
Not long to go, then I will know
Not long to go, then I will know
The battle is won
The battle is won
5. One thing is clear, the moment you appear
5. One thing is clear, the moment you appear
I’ll run to your side, ‘cos I’m satisfied
I’ll run to your side, ‘cos I’m satisfied
Our love’s begun
Our love’s begun
Chorus 1
Chorus 1
Let’s make it the best Christmas ever
Let’s make it the best Christmas ever
I’ve got a big surprise
I’ve got a big surprise
When you open your eyes, you’ll see
When you open your eyes, you’ll see
Chorus 2
Chorus 2
Let’s make it the best Christmas ever
Let’s make it the best Christmas ever
I’ve got a cracker for you
I’ve got a cracker for you
I’ll give you a clue….it’s me!
I’ll give you a clue….it’s me!
Bridge
Bridge
Unwrap this parcel of love
Unwrap this parcel of love
And thank you lucky stars above
And thank you lucky stars above
Move Your Body Close To Me at SXSW
Move Your Body Close To Me at SXSW
Dana Gillespie & The London Blues Band Revive her Classic No. 1 Hit "Move Your Body Close To Me" at SXSW
Dana Gillespie & The London Blues Band Revive her Classic No. 1 Hit "Move Your Body Close To Me" at SXSW
Austin, Texas — The 2023 edition of the South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Festival showcased a blend of veteran talent and rising stars, but it was the legendary Dana Gillespie who stole the show. Accompanied by The London Blues Band, Gillespie brought the audience to their feet with a spirited performance of her 1980s number one hit "Move Your Body Close to Me."
Austin, Texas — The 2023 edition of the South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Festival showcased a blend of veteran talent and rising stars, but it was the legendary Dana Gillespie who stole the show. Accompanied by The London Blues Band, Gillespie brought the audience to their feet with a spirited performance of her 1980s number one hit "Move Your Body Close to Me."
Decked in her signature style, with flowing, colorful attire, the evergreen singer-songwriter seemed to defy time as she poured her heart and soul into the rendition. Gillespie's powerful vocals resonated throughout the packed venue, as the crowd couldn't help but join in on the infectious chorus.
Decked in her signature style, with flowing, colorful attire, the evergreen singer-songwriter seemed to defy time as she poured her heart and soul into the rendition. Gillespie's powerful vocals resonated throughout the packed venue, as the crowd couldn't help but join in on the infectious chorus.
The London Blues Band proved to be the perfect backing ensemble for Gillespie's blues-infused pop gem. Their dynamic performance and tight musicianship added a fresh twist to the classic hit, bridging the gap between its nostalgic charm and contemporary appeal. The band's guitar licks, groovy basslines, and pulsating drum beats provided a vibrant, rhythmic backbone, while their soulful keyboard flourishes accentuated the song's melody.
The London Blues Band proved to be the perfect backing ensemble for Gillespie's blues-infused pop gem. Their dynamic performance and tight musicianship added a fresh twist to the classic hit, bridging the gap between its nostalgic charm and contemporary appeal. The band's guitar licks, groovy basslines, and pulsating drum beats provided a vibrant, rhythmic backbone, while their soulful keyboard flourishes accentuated the song's melody.
The highlight of the performance came during the electrifying guitar solo, which garnered enthusiastic cheers from the captivated audience. Dana Gillespie and The London Blues Band breathed new life into "Move Your Body Close to Me," proving that great music transcends generations and remains relevant decades after its release.
The highlight of the performance came during the electrifying guitar solo, which garnered enthusiastic cheers from the captivated audience. Dana Gillespie and The London Blues Band breathed new life into "Move Your Body Close to Me," proving that great music transcends generations and remains relevant decades after its release.
As the song drew to a close, the festival-goers couldn't contain their excitement, showering the stage with rapturous applause. This memorable performance demonstrated that, even after more than five decades in the industry, Dana Gillespie's magnetic charisma and unwavering passion for music remain undiminished.
As the song drew to a close, the festival-goers couldn't contain their excitement, showering the stage with rapturous applause. This memorable performance demonstrated that, even after more than five decades in the industry, Dana Gillespie's magnetic charisma and unwavering passion for music remain undiminished.
If the SXSW appearance is any indication, Gillespie and The London Blues Band have plenty of musical magic left to offer. Fans of the iconic singer should keep their eyes and ears open for more tour dates and new material from this indomitable artist.
If the SXSW appearance is any indication, Gillespie and The London Blues Band have plenty of musical magic left to offer. Fans of the iconic singer should keep their eyes and ears open for more tour dates and new material from this indomitable artist.
Tam
Tam