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Frozen Sorrow
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A short form "audio-book" about The Great Swamp Tragedy of 1675...a CBC Native American Challenge track.
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Podcasts • Talk
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#826 today Peak #1
#182 in subgenre Peak #1
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The Tools
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2013
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January 26, 2013
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MP3 4.0 MB • 128 kbps • 4:19
Story behind the song
The history books state that the Narragansetts had a fortified fort at an "island" within the swamp, the tribe insists that they were peacefully overwintering. The Narragansetts exhibited their kindness and compassion by sheltering many of the women and children of the Wampanoag tribe (whom were at war with the settlers). Even though the Narragansetts remained nuetral, the combined militias of Plymouth County, Massachusetts and Connecticut attacked brutally attacked the tribe on December 19 of 1675. The settlers feared that the Narragansetts would one day join the war effort and wanted to "nip the problem in the bud". The swamp is normally inpenetrable but an unusually cold late fall froze the entire swamp and allowed access. They set fire to some 600 wigwams, burning hundreds of women and children alive. Many of the initial survivors succombed to their wounds and of exposure to the cold in the following days. It remains one of most horrific events ever to have occurred in North America. The Narragansett tribe has never recovered.
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ALPHA ONE OMEGA
Mar 30, 2013
Outstanding authentic style musical rhythm & chant style vocals surround this fascinating & v.nicely done narrative Excellent!* * S*C* *
Decaying Orbit
Mar 29, 2013
this is crazy crazy crazy brilliant man!!! keeep on kickin it... Indians? half Cherokee myself... I LOVE the message here this is afreakin mazing!!!!!!!!!!! I am now ur biggest fan ( :
Bob Forbes
Jan 31, 2013
Great addition to the CBC Native challenge Mike! I liked the story told, and the chant to the beat is catchy in a mysterious fashion. Excellent work!
Michael Duran
Jan 31, 2013
Truly a stunning work here Mike, the tragic tale of the Narragansett tribe is presented with raw power and dignity
Dr. Bob's Jazz - Benefit Boppin' Quartet - JBBQ
Jan 31, 2013
Great Friends Mike B., Ken, and Mike M. - We are deeply moved by this superlative "audio book" song. You have created a globally recognized #1 Talk SoundClick masterpiece! The sad and tragic true narrative, told with dramatic effect, along with the superb drums/instrument effects/vocal chants are classic. Your presentation of the December 19, 1675 - The Great Swamp Tragedy - was historic precursor for so many many tears endured by the Native Americans. For example, our JBBQ recent song called "Facing Soul At Wounded Knee Massacre - 12/29/1890". Just two of countless "tragic massacres" from Decembers to Decembers in Pre Colonial times up to today for Native American Peoples and their Proud History/Culture... Thank you for this one-of-a-kind contribution for the Coconut Blues Club (CBC) 1/26/13 Native American Song Challenge. And sincere appreciation for the download to JBBQ's "Best Of The Best" song album. Bob (and the JBBQ "Guys")
Morten Gjermundsen
Jan 30, 2013
Very powerful and thought provoking track. You guys did a fantastic job putting this one together. Excellent work!
Joe Hill
Jan 29, 2013
Fellas...this really strikes a chord in my heart bigtime! A few of my wife's ancestors survived the Trail of Tears...most did not. Marvelous job!
Carlo D'Anna
Jan 27, 2013
Man, this is heavy stuff! A dark subject that really needs the light of day!! Sadly this happened everywhere in America (North and South) for several hundred years.
Rodrica Rudge
Jan 27, 2013
Thought-provoking track...shocking, yet a story that stirs a lot of other emotions and captures the imagination. Brilliantly put together, great story telling and excellent musical backdrop. A truly imaginative track, superbly executed....memorable both for its creativity and for the devastating story it tells. A lesson for all of us.
Musan Dera
Jan 27, 2013
A story, a history we should never forget. The drums and other sounds supporting underline the feelings, the anger and sadness. A bit frightening as well, emotional. I did't listen very well to the lyrics right now, that's for the next time. I just feel the Native American here. Very good!
The Smivets
Jan 27, 2013
Powerful stuff. A moving tale expertly presented, evoking the perfect atmosheric blend of sadness and anger. Extremely well done guys - carrying on the the age old tradition of passing down stories in song, and driving home the message that history should not always be written by the winners. Lest we forget.
Drumnjon
Jan 26, 2013
BRILLIANT ....ITS AMAZING OF THE CULTURAL TRAITS THAT ARE PASSED ON THROUGH MUSIC...IT HAS TO LIVE ON ... GREAT PIECE HERE GUYS! JON Congrats on the number one....OH YEAH! :)
GinNger SparklezZz
Jan 26, 2013
hi guys! great track...dramatic naration with an importaint story to tell. history helps us to learn and move into a brighter direction for sure. and i love the touch of eastern influence.