Here and Gone: lyrics & liner notes
Love is a Train
Every night when the whistle blew Loretta smiled as if she knew, as certain as the sky was blue that soon she would be leaving.
Here and Gone
There’s a part of me that’s lost but it’s not gone. I don’t need to hear the words to know the song.
A Fine Line
Lights in the harbor lie distant and shimmering. Shadows are falling as if you were here.
The Legend of Jack London
He sailed the shores of distant islands. The wind and rope betrayed his hands. At once a rough and tumble drifter but few recall a kinder man.
Most Unusual Way
Before his shoes touch the pedals of his steed of alloy metal, he checks the locks And takes the elevator down.
Too Lost to Find
Seventeen hours and four long years since I last heard you mention my name. The long silence confirmed my fear that you still believe it was me.
Mountains to Climb
Tears fall on the kitchen floor like rain from your eyes. Your bags are packed and by the door, I guess this is goodbye.
In This Moment
I got hands and they are longing to feel. I’ve got scars that are too deep to heal. I’ve got a heart and it’s as heavy as steel. I think I might sink like a stone.
Album liner notes
Produced, engineered & mixed by Spyder James
“Paradise” recorded at Roundhead Studios, Auckland, New Zealand
Acoustic piano, keyboards, synthesizers, bass, percussion, programming, lyrics & vocals by Spencer Nilsen
Acoustic & electric guitars by Daniel Reiter
Packaging concept & design by Spencer Nilsen
Additional photography by Kira Nilsen
A very special thank you to Claire for a lifetime of love, laughter, and unwavering support; Kira and Skyler for modeling empathy and raw courage; Charlie for filling my heart with joy and wonder; The posse of Bill, Greg, Mike, Lee, Phil, and Jamie for being the truest of friends; Jay for his “big” ears and bigger heart; Mark for his wisdom and generous spirit; Ed for never saying never; Daniel for sharing his musical gifts and positivity; Bear for igniting a fire of musical curiosity in me; and all of the composers, writers, musicians, filmmakers, and artists of every kind who move my soul and give me the courage to create. And, of course, a huge THANK YOU to all my family, friends & delightful fans who keep listening!