Scratchies and Thumpies, the first two of many new singles from Doombalaya's upcoming record, embody the band's current sound. A stew of the various music the band loves, these two songs embody Doombalaya's style and trademark.
lyrics
Waiting here
At the door
How could I even ask you for
Something more?
Smiling
In ecstacy
You couldn't be much happier.
We agree.
Stomp your feet,
Raise your brow,
The best things that you do.
What is that?
For a ride?
Now you're back.
Just for me.
I'm so glad you didn't leave,
Or set me free.
That's the spot.
On my ear.
You always can find the place,
It's clear.
Glowing grin,
Begging eyes,
The best things that you do.
What is that?
For a ride?
Back again,
Playing more,
The best things that you do.
(Instrumental break)
Thump Thump,
Is she coming?
Thump Thump,
He's here too.
Thump Thump,
What I wanted,
Thump Thump,
Yeah It's true,
Glad to see all of them
Perfect,
More to do.
credits
from Scratchies/Thumpies,
track released April 11, 2016
Music and Lyrics by Ethan M. Stern (Altozano Records)
Jenna Winston - Vocals
Ethan M. Stern - Keyboards
Matt Rosen - Guitar
Nick Benoit - Bass
Roger Powell - Drums
Jason Winikoff - Percussion
David Bode - Soprano and Alto Saxes
Ari Kohn - Tenor Sax
Cleveland Donald - Trumpet
Cyrus Nabipoor - Trumpet
Russell Ramirez - Trombone
Recorded at Parlor Studios in New Orleans, LA
Produced by Ethan Stern and Matt Rosen
Mixed by Chris Finney, Ethan Stern, and Matt Rosen
Engineered by Nick Guttman
Mastered by Chris Finney
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