Hamell not only records music, performs live, does independent writing, he also paints. All of the images below, and many you see as the accompanying artwork on the digital releases, are Hamell paintings. These vary in size and price, but are all acrylic on canvas. Hamell paints scenes inspired by the 'underground' and 'disenfranchised' of our society. Ed uses bold and bright colors in his paintings which contrast the darker subject matter, championing the underclass, drawing you into the characters he depicts, endearing you to them and sparking emotions one might not anticipate.Hamell is also available for specific painting commissions. For serious inquiries to purchase Hamell original art contact Emily at hamelltv@gmail.com
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I hadn't listened to this recording or thought about this song in more than 10 years. You know who came to mind when I heard it? The Minutemen. I can't remember what the guitar riff was but it sounds cool to me now. interesting note: Henry Rollins was supposed to be the 'tough' voice but because of legal reasons he was unable to do it.
lyrics
Decisions decisions, going through my brain, fightin' right and left, drivin' me insane, eternal conflict, going through my mind, a constant dialogue going through my mind...ying and yang, bolder, colder, a debate team on my shoulder...decisions, dust never clears, always got a rivalry there between my ears...
Well you see her, you like her, she's carrying cool books, whats on her headphones? You sure like the way she looks...She'd never talk to you you ain't got no job... It's a good thing she can't read your mind she would see you're just a slob...
What do you say you get some nuts? staring at the mirror looking for your nuts? Why has everybody gotta carry your ass? Go on and talk, you're just as good, chances are she wishes you would, stand up or shut up, life your head,nothins gonna change then you're dead....
Decisions, decisions,going through your brain, fightin' right and left and it's driving me insane,eternal conflict, going all the time, a constant dialogue going through my mind.
Selling sand in the desert? Everything's in hock, you can't make ends meet and you're sinking like a rock, the move is risky, it's lonely and it's a curse,things will get better if you stay right here,if you move it could be worse!
Move you shlub, there's nothing here, you've no real friends you'll drown in beer, it's a one horse town, the horse id dead, when you gonna get that through your head? Take a chance an adventure's cool, why you attend, "Could have been..." alibi school.Think you can and you will, you've nothing to lose, it's simple as hell...
Decisions, decisions, going through my brain, fightin' right and left driving me insane, Eternal conflict going all the time, a constant dialogue and it's going through my mind..ying and yang, bolder, colder, a debate team on my shoulder, decisions, dust never clears, always got a rivalry there between my ears.
Well he's your brother, he gets high every night, he lost his job and his wife and he stole from you alright...You told him if it happens again you're going to have to report the crime, but your wallets gone and you should talk and be compassionate one more time.
Turn him in hes too far gone, you've done him a favor it's on and on, he stole your car betrayed your name, do him a favor its a dying game, he'd rip your heart he'd sell your soul, he sold his own there's no control, you've cried and begged argued and lost, don't be a sap you've paid the cost.
Decisions, decisions, going through my brain, fightin' right and left driving me insane, Eternal conflict going all the time, a constant dialogue and it's going through my mind..ying and yang, bolder, colder, a debate team on my shoulder, decisions, dust never clears, always got a rivalry there between my ears.
Hamell on Trial is loud, fast music informed by politics, intelligence and a wicked sense of humor.
1995-Mercury
Records-Big as Life, The Chord is Mightier Than the Sword.
1997- Choochtown
2003-Righteous Babe Records-Tough Love
2005, Songs For Parents Who Enjoy Drugs.
2007-“The Terrorism Of Everyday Life,” (Edinburgh Fringe Herald Award)
2012-New West Records -The Happiest Man Alive....more
I love the Jordan Lake Sessions albums, they're so ALIVE! I'm excited to listen to these versions of my favorite songs forever and ever, and always max out my Mazda's speakers on the sax parts. grenadinegrace
