Backstory:
Mushy Presence was formed in the small seaside town of Cape May, New Jersey, in the fall of 2007. The band members, childhood friends Ryan (lead vocals, guitar), Mason (bass), and Caleb (drums), were all inspired by the tranquil beauty of their surroundings, and the emotions they felt while witnessing the sunsets at the beach. Struggling through their own share of heartbreaks and youthful dreams, they decided to channel their feelings into music, thus giving birth to ‘Mushy Presence’.
The band quickly gained a local fan base after their first performance at a local bar, where their raw, emotive music resonated with the crowd. Their music touched upon the themes of love, loss, and the simple pleasures of life, all wrapped up in their unique, soulful musical style. They soon started touring around New Jersey, and their popularity grew with each gig, extending their fan base beyond their hometown.
Genre:
Indie Rock
Title:
“Dandelion Dreams”
Full Song Lyrics:
(Verse 1)
[G]Underneath the [D]cotton candy [Em]skies,
Gazing at the [C]dandelion [G]dreams.
[Am]Walking on the [D]shores of time,
[Em]Lost in the [C]echoes of [G]silent screams.
(Chorus)
[D]Oh, we’re just [G]looking for a place to [C]hide,
[Am]In the arms of the [D]troubled tide.
[G]Chasing the [D]wind, adopting the [Em]sea,
In our [C]hearts, we’re [G]forever free.[D]
(Verse 2)
[G]In the melancholy [D]desert of [Em]desire,
Roaming with the [C]ghosts of [G]yester-years.
[Am]Sailing on the [D]ship of hope,
[Em]Drowning in the [C]ocean of [G]silent tears.
(Chorus)
[D]Oh, we’re just [G]wandering in the night [C]so wide,
[Am]In the shadows of the [D]lunar tide.
[G]Living the [D]dream, embracing the [Em]sea,
In our [C]hearts, we’re [G]forever free.[D]
Testimonial:
Favorite Fan’s Name: Jessica Martin
Jessica’s Testimonial: “I’ve loved Mushy Presence ever since I heard their first song at a local bar in Cape May. The soulful lyrics, the raw energy, and the palpable emotions in their music resonated deeply with me. Their songs have been my companion through the highs and lows of my life, providing solace during tough times and adding joy to the happy moments. ‘Dandelion Dreams,’ in particular, has a special place in my heart. It speaks to me on a personal level and feels like a reflection of my own life journey. Mushy Presence is not just a band for me; they are like old friends whose stories are intertwined with my own. I can’t imagine my life without their music.”