“When I heard Angels and Airwaves’ first single, “The Adventure” from their debut album in 2006 I was instantly hooked. The music was soaring and majestic, the lyrics were positive, heartfelt and full of hope. When Tom Delonge’s former band, Blink 182 went on hiatus he gathered extremely talented musicians from other bands and created something completely new. I love how his lyrics convey a positive message, and the depth at which they reach me. I often struggle with anxiety and self doubt, listening to AVA really loud just makes those feelings dissipate. The moment the music kicks in, my insecurities vanish and my mind is at ease.
They have so many incredible songs with heartfelt emotion and meaning, “The Adventure”, “Tunnels”, “Artillery”, “Paralyzed”, “Letters to God Part 2”, and on and on. I connect with these songs on every possible level. The music is transcending, the musicianship is absolutely stellar. Tom’s writing style perfectly aligns with what I love most about rock music. Sonically, you can hear influences from U2, Pink Floyd, The Cure and Blink 182, just to name a few. All these are infused to create a brand new soundscape unique to the band. The atmospheric, exalted, sublime music is combined with consequential and purposeful lyrics that evoke emotion and spark the soul. Making me feel like I can conquer anything in life and achieve my goals. That within myself there is unlimited possibility and potential.
Most of the time I’m listening to music in my car. It’s the perfect music while driving through the Sierra Mountains towards and into Yosemite National Park. Their music is the ideal backdrop to the park’s stunning vistas and awe inspiring landscape. I find myself listening intently, really in tune with the music and lyrics, I’m so free from all of life’s challenges, distractions, fears and negativity. Gleaning positivity, experiencing grace and peace deep inside of myself. Experiencing this extraordinary, life changing music while amongst the splendor and grandeur of Yosemite is truly a Blessing. The music, along with my Faith in God, has propelled me forward to a place of contentment, inner peace and spirituality. To a place where I feel confidence and joy again.”
The Adventure – Angels and Airwaves
The Adventure – Angels and Airwaves
And here we go, life’s waiting to begin
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