

New band name for my one man band. The ancient form of my first name.
My name is Holger Luth. I was about 15 years old, when I got my first guitar. Actually it belonged to an older friend, but the never played it, so he let me borrow it.
I had been taking piano lessons earlier, but I hated it. The most fun I had with the piano, was to create my own little tunes. i was no good at repetitive rehearsing.
It has been the same with my guitar playing. Many of my guitar playing friends, spent hours rehearsing technical stuff. I never had the patience for that, I just did what I thought sounded right. My mind was more directed towards songwriting, than towards being the guitar hero, though I did like to play neverending live solos, long enough to make the bass player make puking sounds and the drummer start throwing sticks at me...
I played in both small and larger bands with up to 8-9 people, with violins, flutes and lots of other instruments, but I think my best time in a band, was playing in a three piece. It was in the aftermath of Police, British New Wave, the Danish Punk scene, Danish songwriters like C.V. Jorgensen and many more. You had to invent a lot of new "big" chords, in order to create a bigger sound, being the only guitarist ( and lead singer).
Later I started listening a lot to bands like U2, The Cure, Pink Floyd, Kraftwerk and most of all Peter Gabriel. Peter is like my guiding star. I have had the luck of seeing him in concert a couple of times in the recent years and even if he has gained a few pounds and is called "Papa Bear" by his bass player, he can still sing better than anyone I know. His voice is directly wired to his heart, it's like every word has its' own set of wings and flies out of his mouth, carrying an important message. Wish I could get anywhere near that!
My musical taste has developed over the years and I try out a lot of different genres, out of curiosity and because I get inspired by other musicians, here on SC and by other friends in music.
I have 3 sons, that are all engaged in music somehow and they have also inspired me a lot. They have a totally different take on the term "Musician", than I have and I find it inspiring and I am amazed at the multifaceted way they can tackle the tasks of a songwriter, producer and musician.
I must admit, that my music sounds a little old fashioned compared to music of today, but what the heck.. I am from 1957, I grew up with Beatles, Stones, Kinks, The Who, Deep Purple, Uriah Heep, Jefferson Airplane, The Band, Bob Dylan.. need I say more?
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DRUMNJON
Oct 08, 2021
A timeless beauty!
soundsbyramolly
Oct 07, 2021
Sweet song!!!
MichaelDuran
Oct 04, 2021
Love the sound of a well played acoustic, nice job!
MichaelDuran
Mar 05, 2020
what a joyous sound!
The Footnotes
Jul 09, 2016
Wonderful playing and production. Congrats.
Drumnjon
Jan 12, 2016
CONGRATS!!!!
A DELIGHTFUL SONG FILLED WITH MUCH LOVE!!
A GREAT COMPOSITION HOLGER!!
ENJOY!!
JON:):):):):)
DOOMTRAINmusic
Jan 10, 2016
Hi Holger
Another new member of the Grandfather club !!
Great happy tune you have here, heart lifting vibe
Congratulations
LeRhay
Jan 02, 2016
Great production , Love this song ! very well done, thanks for letting me know , this one sets a mood.
MJBerg
Jan 01, 2016
Nicely composed and played, very 'earthy' with a nice vibe.
And congrats on your new grandchild, I have three and aren't they a blessing :)!
Cheers,
Mauri.
Michael Duran
Dec 31, 2015
Beautiful as a newborn babe, and gently flowing like the wind, loving the vibe Holger, congrats gramps!
Alan L Cole
Dec 29, 2015
A new grandchild - congratulations Holger - a true holiday gift! Very nice guitar work here and beautifully recorded. The music has a holiday vibe to it. Beautiful!
Major Snagg
Dec 27, 2015
Firstly, congratulations on the arrival of your new grandchild Holger. What a lovely acoustic tone...and a fabulous melody. This really so very well played and recorded. Wow...and what a nice thing to do for your new Grandson. A gift of music that he'll cherish. Such a happy, uplifting piece. I like it...lots.
Morten Gjermundsen
Dec 20, 2015
Wonderful instrumental guitar music. I really like those joyful melodies. I agree with Alexander, it has that Celtic feel. I really like this one. Thanks for sharing! :)
Musan Dera
Dec 20, 2015
This acoustic piece sounds very warm and has got a lot of Celtic influences for me. There is as well something old in it too, making me think of the Middle Ages somehow. Or maybe it's just all times, like newborn children.
Nice melodies. Maybe you could play him asleep with it. Congratulations!
Falken
Dec 16, 2015
Beautyful guitarworks here in a very good melody. Like the medieval celtic touch to it.Nice build up on the percussion which sounds perfect in my headphones and so does the guitars too!
Very nice track and congrat on your new grandson my friend!
Carlo D'Anna
Dec 15, 2015
Nice clear tones on that acoustic!! Nice tune. Sweet ode to the new one in your family!!
Rodrica Rudge
Dec 15, 2015
Sweet and gentle, lovely melody and great percussion - a wonderful feeling of looking forward and hope. Congratulations to you and your family - this song will be a great keepsake and something to look back on when your grandchild is older.
Michael Bennett
Dec 14, 2015
I like the "woody" acoustic tones and I'm a sucker for a good melody. Nice work on this song and congratulations Grampy...when my son and his wife have one they'll call me Grumpy! LOL
Pinecats
Dec 14, 2015
First off, congratulations on the new grandson!!
I can't think of a better way to celebrate the occasion than writing and recording such a wonderful, joyous song. Your playing is just a delight Holger, and the clean, clear recording is ear candy. Loved the percussion and the overall arrangement. A true Celebration of Life!
Great job my friend!
Beutiful writting and playing.