Shadows on the Mountainside

The Tea Party

About Shadows on the Mountainside

"Shadows on the Mountainside" is a song by Canadian rock band The Tea Party. It was released as a promotional single in Australia. The music video directed by Jeff Renfrew, was shot at Websters FallsDundas, Ontario (near Hamilton) and only screened in Australia until the release of Illuminations. "Shadows on the Mountainside" is a folk inspired composition written for Gibson harp guitar, mandolin and tabla drums. The band's first public performance of the song was in April 1994 on Australian radio station Triple J.  


Year:
1995
3:39
94 

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We are spirits passing through the doors of time
With an invitation heard before we find
Shadows on the mountainside
Eagles find the souls they hide

And the outcast child enchanted by the sun
Will he seek his shelter never knowing one
Shadows on the mountainside
Eagles find the souls they hide

Shadows on the mountainside
Cover me with sleep
Because I need it now

And the red rivers flow to seas
And she will return to me
And then all that I am is in her hands
And I will return to her and then 
I begin

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The Tea Party

The Tea Party is a Canadian rock band with blues, progressive rock, Indian and Middle Eastern influences, dubbed "Moroccan roll" by the media. Active throughout the 1990s up until 2005 when the band broke up, The Tea Party released eight albums on EMI Music Canada, selling 1.6 million records worldwide, and achieving a No. 1 Canadian single "Heaven Coming Down" in 1999. more »

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Written by: JEFF BURROWS, JEFFREY SCOTT MARTIN, STUART CHATWOOD

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Band Info
"The Tea Party" is a Canadian rock band with blues, progressive rock, Indian and Middle Eastern influences, and "Shadows on the Mountainside" is one of their most acclaimed songs.
Album Information
"Shadows on the Mountainside" is included in the band's third album, "The Edges of Twilight" which was released in 1995.
Song Genre
The song is best classified under the genre of rock, but specifically, it blends elements of folk and progressive rock, distinct of "The Tea Party's" unique style.
Unique Instrumentation
Like many of The Tea Party's songs, "Shadows on the Mountainside" features unique and exotic instruments, including the oud, sitar, and hurdy-gurdy.
Favourable Reception
"Shadows on the Mountainside" is among the most popular and well-received songs by the band, often praised for its profound lyrics and the band’s musicianship.
Inspirational Lyrics
The song’s lyrics are considered to evoke strong imagery and are said to be inspired by nature and transcendental experiences, common themes in the band's music.
Live Performances
"Shadows on the Mountainside" is a fan-favorite during live performances and is often played in different variations, showcasing the band’s versatility and adaptability.
Deeper Meaning
Like many of The Tea Party's songs, the lyrics to "Shadows on the Mountainside" are poetically deep and open to interpretation, often encouraging listeners to find their own personal meaning within the song.
Music Video
Even though "Shadows On the Mountainside" is a popular track from the band, there is no official music video for the song.
Recognition
"Shadows on the Mountainside" along with the rest of "The Edges of Twilight” album contributed to the band's international success, particularly in Canada and Australia, where the album went double platinum and platinum respectively.

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