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Voyage of the Demeter
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a creepy soundtrack to accompany the chilling 7th chapter of Bram Stoker's Dracula.
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a unique fusion of genres
The music of Michael Duran includes; "Collaborations" Projects with my Soundclick friends that I have had the honor to work with; "Homespun" Solo projects & Covers done at my home. live band recordings; 2000-2004 "The Shop" Heartbreak Highway 3 piece collab/studio recordings with; Steve Layman; Piano & Synth Steve Torok; Drums Michael Duran; Guitar, Synth, and Bass 1990's "The Knapps Cutoff Band" As Is Studio "open mic" and live recordings with; Marty Nicklin; Bass Steve Layman; Piano & Synth Steve Torok; Drums Michael Duran; Guitar & Synth Thanks to Nathan Bankston, Ray Garcia, and Chris Kenard for their fine vocals. 1980's "B'wana" salvaged tape recordings from my 80s club band. Dan Buck; Drums & Vocals Michael Duran; Guitar synth & Vocals Ron Olson; Bass & Vocals Bill Kramer; Lead Guitar
Song Info
Genre
Electronic • Games Soundtrack
Charts
Peak #47
Peak in subgenre #2
Author
Bram Stoker adapted by Michael Duran
Rights
Public Domain
Uploaded
January 03, 2012
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MP3 9.7 MB • 128 kbps • 10:35
Story behind the song
The Russian scooner 'Demeter' brings Count Dracula to 1897 England - adapted from chapter 7 of Bram Stoker's Dracula, and the voyage log of the Demeter.
Lyrics
Count Dracula's arrival, Whitby, England Aug 8th 1897 The report indicates that the recent storm, one of the worst storms on record, was responsible for the shipwreck of a strange Russian vessel. The article also mentions several observations which indicate the vessel's strange method of navigation; we learn that observers feel that the captain had to be mad because in the midst of the storm the ship's sails were wholly unfurled. Many people who witnessed the approach of the strange vessel were gathered on one of Whitby's piers to await the ship's arrival. By the light of a spotlight, witnesses noticed that 'lashed to the helm was a corpse, with drooping head, which swung horribly to and fro' as the ship rocked. As the vessel violently ran aground, 'an immense dog sprang up on deck from below,' jumped from the ship, and ran off. Upon closer inspection, it was discovered that the man lashed to the wheel (the helm) had a crucifix clutched in his hand. According to a local doctor, the man had been dead for at least two days. Coast Guard officials discovered a bottle in the dead man's pocket, carefully sealed, which contained a roll of paper. In a newspaper article the next day, it is revealed that the ship, a schooner, was a Russian vessel, one from Varna, called the Demeter. The only cargo on board was a 'ballast of silver sand' and 'a number of great wooden boxes filled with mould.' It is revealed that the cargo was consigned to a Whitby solicitor, Mr. S. F. Billington, who has claimed the boxes. The bizarre circumstances of the ship's arrival have been the talk about town for the last few days, and there has also been some interest as to the whereabouts of the big dog which jumped ashore on the first night. The dog has disappeared, and some citizens are worried that the dog may be dangerous. Reportedly, a half-breed mastiff was found dead, its throat torn out and its belly split open. Excerpts from the Demeter's log. The log begins on the 6th of July, all is calm aboard the ship for several days. On the 16th of July, however, one crew member is found missing, and the log indicates that all the sailors are downcast and anxious. The next day, the 17th of July, a sailor reports seeing a 'tall, thin man, who was not like any of the crew, come up the companionway, and go along the deck forward and disappear.' Yet no one, upon inspection of the ship, is to be found... Over the next 2 weeks, the crew dissapears one, by one, untill only the Captain remained 4 August - Captains last log entry, Still fog, which the sunrise cannot pierce, I know there is sunrise because I am a sailor, why else I know not. I dared not go below, I dared not leave the helm, so here all night I stayed, and in the dimness of the night I saw it, Him! God, forgive me, but the mate was right to jump overboard. It was better to die like a man. To die like a sailor in blue water, no man can object. But I am captain, and I must not leave my ship. But I shall baffle this fiend or monster, for I shall tie my hands to the wheel when my strength begins to fail, and along with them I shall tie that which He, It, dare not touch. And then, come good wind or foul, I shall save my soul, and my honour as a captain. I am growing weaker, and the night is coming on. If He can look me in the face again, I may not have time to act . . .If we are wrecked, mayhap this bottle may be found, and those who find it may understand. If not . . . well, then all men shall know that I have been true to my trust. God and the Blessed Virgin and the Saints help a poor ignorant soul trying to do his duty . . .
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d.bill
Oct 31, 2018
Eerie mood piece, a wicked slice of fun for Halloween.
Rodrica Rudge
Oct 16, 2015
One very good reason for not living in Whitby, lol! Brilliant soundtrack, made even better by reading the passage written by Bram Stoker. Very creepy effects - horror, haunting sounds, tormented voices - this has it all! Brilliant stuff.
Swampman And The Machine
Jan 20, 2010
Spooky tune cuz excellent soundtrack music !
ALEXIS PATRICK
Apr 01, 2009
AWESOME!!!!!!!! Great work,Michael. I love it, it's beautifully Goth!!!!!!!!!! Hugs to you and Mary!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you so much for your kindness!!!!!!!!!!!! You are a man of great wisdom. Lekzee
procks
Feb 19, 2009
I`m scared a bit...great work it bites This one shows again your versitality
Ken Sacco
Nov 01, 2008
just awesome!great scary feeling-love it
VMP (USA)
Nov 01, 2008
Read the fabulous text as well, brings it all into focus. Mike, must say this is seriously scary, expected something really special, and oh how this delivers....and then some! Great work.
Jonsson
Oct 31, 2008
What a tune... VERY VERY scary... I have to keep my light on tonight :) VERY good indeed. Also an interesting story behind it. I've never heard that one before :)
Jiri Hajek - composer
Oct 31, 2008
Wow, Michael, your gloomy piece is really flustering !!! Fantastical sound, a true craftmanship work!! Alfred Hitchcock would be very pleased!!!! Jiri
Morten Gjermundsen
Oct 27, 2008
Oh my..This is creepy stuff..I was expecting something special from you since did such a fantasic job on Silence Of The Lambs (with B.Mack).This is real horror! Excellect work!