Backstory:
Clear Corporation was born on the sidelines of the corporate world in bustling New York City. The band members – Max on vocals and bass, Jenny on lead guitar, and Andy on drums – were once co-workers in a high-pressure management consulting firm. Their shared love for music provided an escape from the monotonous grind of their day jobs. Over time, impromptu jam sessions in their basement morphed into structured rehearsals, and they realized their synergies went well beyond spreadsheets and presentations. They quit their jobs to fully commit to their newfound passion – a risky move that eventually paid off when they were signed by an independent record label.
Their music is deeply influenced by their corporate past, creating a unique blend of modern rock with undertones of satire and social commentary. Their name, Clear Corporation, is a tongue-in-cheek nod to their background and their music aims to ‘clear’ the illusions of corporate life and expose the raw, often overlooked, human emotions beneath the sharp suits.
Genre:
Alternative Rock/ Indie Rock
Title:
“Chasing Shadows”
Full Song Lyrics:
(Verse 1: Em, G, D, A)
Em
Late nights, chasing shadows,
G
In the heart of concrete jungles,
D
Drowning in the sea of suits and ties,
A
Searching for the meaning in the corporate lies.
(Verse 2: Em, G, D, A)
Em
We traded dreams for dollar signs,
G
In the maze of cubicle lines,
D
Sacrificed our passion on the altar of time,
A
Lost in the rhythm of the corporate chime.
(Chorus: C, G, D)
C
We are the Clear Corporation,
G
Singing songs of liberation,
D
Breaking free, unleashing our creation,
C
We are the Clear Corporation,
G
Rising from the ashes, our salvation,
D
Against the grain, we find our destination.
(Verse 3: Em, G, D, A)
Em
We found our voice in the basement’s gloom,
G
Strumming chords that echoed in the room,
D
Shedding our corporate skin,
A
To let the real music begin.
(Chorus: C, G, D)
C
We are the Clear Corporation,
G
Singing songs of liberation,
D
Breaking free, unleashing our creation,
C
We are the Clear Corporation,
G
Rising from the ashes, our salvation,
D
Against the grain, we find our destination.
Fan’s Name:
Sarah Thompson
Sarah Thompson, a former colleague, has been their fan since day one. She says, “I was there when Clear Corporation was just an idea, a shared dream. Watching them break free and create something so real and raw is inspiring. Their music speaks to me, it’s like they’ve put my own feelings into words and melodies. It’s rebellious yet relatable, a perfect commentary on corporate life. They are my favorite band because they dared to break the mould and follow their passion. Every time I listen to their music, I feel a sense of liberation, as if I too can chase my own dreams.”