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1917 (David Olney)

by Witek Kulczycki & Knot

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What was that young soldier seeking in the prostitute's boudoir in 1917? What was that she gave him? Let's not rush into easy conclusions; in the times of war all borders are brutally shifted - both the physical ones, and the ones of moral acts and judgements.

It seems he just wanted to feel alive again before returning to the realm of death, to survive if only one more night, to forget, if only for a few hours, desperately clinging to the only remnants of human touch and compassion left around.

And, yes - perhaps he was just deceiving himself, but the momentary safety of her arms did so much more than all the arms fired on the battlefield and all the prayers gone unanswered. That night the war was over for him.

Song written by David Olney (www.davidolney.com).

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released June 19, 2020

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Witek Kulczycki & Knot Galway, Ireland

We believe that in music, as in life, diversity can be the source of beauty and inspiration.

Be it original compositions inspired by traditional music from all over the world, sea shanties, folk ballads, Balkan rhythms, or even mantras chanted along with the audience – we weave the threads of our music with respect for the traditions we draw from. ... more

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