Backstory:

Common Toad is a band that was formed in the sleepy town of Elmsville, Ohio in 2012. The band members, childhood friends Luke (Lead Vocalist), Mason (Bassist), Alex (Guitarist), and Chris (Drummer), spent countless hours in Alex’s garage, honing their skills and dreaming of the day when their music would be heard by millions. Their chance came in 2015 when their basement recording of “Raining Frogs” got the attention of a local radio station. It was immediately apparent that Common Toad was anything but common, and their unique blend of old school rock with a contemporary twist caught the ear of music lovers nationwide.

Genre:

Common Toad falls under the rock genre, with a mix of classic rock and indie rock influences. Their music features hard-hitting guitar riffs, driving rhythms, and powerful vocals layered with introspective lyrics.

Song Title:

“Sage and Shadows”

Full Song Lyrics:

(Verse 1)
G C Em D
Lost in the rhythm, caught in the rhyme,
G D Em C
We’re all just prisoners of time.
G C Em D
Chasing the sunset, running from dawn,
G D Em C
In the land where the sage and the shadows are born.

(Chorus)
G D C Em
Sage and shadows, whispers in the wind,
G D Em C
Tales of glory, of love, of sin.
G D C Em
In the heart of darkness, in the light of day,
G D Em C
We find our truth in the sage and shadows’ play.

(Verse 2)
G C Em D
In the mirror of the moon, in the sun’s bright gaze,
G D Em C
We count our blessings, we number our days.
G C Em D
With hopes like rivers, dreams like seas,
G D Em C
We’re lost in the dance of the sage and the shadows’ breeze.

(Chorus)
G D C Em
Sage and shadows, whispers in the wind,
G D Em C
Tales of glory, of love, of sin.
G D C Em
In the heart of darkness, in the light of day,
G D Em C
We find our truth in the sage and shadows’ play.

Favorite Fan Testimonial:

Our favorite fan is definitely “Shirtless Mike” as the band affectionately calls him. An Elmsville local, Mike has been a die-hard fan of Common Toad since their garage days. He has travelled to every one of their gigs, even out of state, and is always there, front and center, shirtless and singing along.

“I’ve been a fan of Common Toad from the start, their music speaks to me on a deep level. Their song ‘Sage and Shadows’ has gotten me through some tough times. It’s not just the music, but the guys themselves. They’re genuine, down to earth, and they’ve never let fame change them. That’s why Common Toad is my favorite band.” – Shirtless Mike.