Heard It Through the Vine

By admin | Published: May 2, 2024

[Intro]
Reach
Breech the shade
Reach
We’ll have it made

[Instrumental, Piano, Vibraphone, Percussion, Chimes]

[Verse 1]
The vine climbed
Reaching for the sun
The words rhymed
Searching for the one

[Chorus]
Stretching for the light (alright)
Knowing everything will be alright (the light)
Making it through the night (to light)
Dusk till dawn, then back in sight (alright)

[Bridge]
Though a thorn has torn
We’re quick to learn
No double-take the same mistake
To understand is at hand

[Break]
Reach
Breech the shade
[Break]
Reach
We’ll have it made

[Verse 2]
The vine grew as the sun shone through
The words knew what they had to do

[Chorus]
Stretching for the light (alright)
Knowing everything will be alright (the light)
Making it through the night (to light)
Dusk till dawn, then back in sight (alright)

[Break]
Reach
Breech the shade
[Break]
Reach
We’ll have it made

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Vibraphone, Snare Drum]

[Verse 3]
The sun shined
Reaching down for you
The words chimed
Under a sky so blue

[Bridge]
Though a thorn has torn
We’re quick to learn
No double-take the same mistake
To understand is at hand

[Break]
Reach
Breech the shade
[Break]
Reach
We’ll have it made

[Chorus]
Stretching for the light (alright)
Knowing everything will be alright (the light)
Making it through the night (to light)
Dusk till dawn, then back in sight (alright)

[Instrumental]

[End]

A SCIENCE LESSON
In Pennsylvania, the once lush and verdant tree canopy is now facing a troubling decline, as the majestic older trees, towering guardians of the forest, succumb to the relentless pressures of human activities. The consequences of this ecological imbalance reverberate through the forest, as insidious vines, empowered by the thinning canopy, reach ever higher, entwining their tendrils around the very pillars of the ecosystem.

As these vines ascend to new heights, they smother and choke the life out of the venerable trees below, casting shadows of demise upon the once-thriving woodland. The intricate balance of nature is disrupted, as the loss of these towering giants reverberates throughout the ecosystem, impacting biodiversity, soil stability, and wildlife habitats.

The gradual encroachment of vines into the upper reaches of the forest canopy represents a poignant symbol of the broader environmental challenges facing Pennsylvania and beyond. It serves as a stark reminder of the interconnectedness of all living beings and the urgent need for stewardship and conservation to preserve the natural wonders that enrich our lives.

* Our climate model / experiment employs chaos theory to comprehensively consider human impacts and projects a potential global average temperature increase of 9℃ above pre-industrial levels. Global warming is a consequence of elevated thermal energy in the climate system, which comprises various subsystems. Chaos theory underscores the intricate and nonlinear nature of dynamic systems. Human well-being is compromised above a 1.5-degree temperature rise, rendering much of the Earth uninhabitable. A 9-degree Celsius increase would bring the Earth close to a wet-bulb temperature incapable of sustaining human life.

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

Tree Extinction Due to Human Induced Environmental Stress

The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

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Worldly

By admin | Published: May 2, 2024

[Intro]
[Break]
Role: Parts of the whole
[Break]
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]

[Verse 1]
Figuring out a way to say: Part of be
Going through the day-by-day
You and me
Part of be

[Chorus]
We’re an “of this world inhabitant”
With an alien perception (alien perception)
Not knowing why we’re meant
Or finding satisfaction (finding satisfaction)

[Bridge]
Space and time to get in line
If we’re going to find
Who we’re looking for
Open the door

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo]

[Verse 2]
Find a way to less decay: heart of be
Going strong in day-to-day
You and me
Heart of be

[Chorus]
We’re an “of this world inhabitant”
With an alien perception (alien perception)
Not knowing why we’re meant
Or finding satisfaction (finding satisfaction)

[Bridge]
Space and time to get in line
If we’re going to find
Who we’re looking for
Open the door

[Instrumental, Organ Solo, Drum Fills]

[Bridge]
Space and time to get in line
If we’re going to find
Who we’re looking for
Open the door

[Verse 3]
Loving the day in the sun ray: part of be
A one world symphony
You and me
Part of be

[Chorus]
We’re an “of this world inhabitant”
With an alien perception (interpretation)
Not knowing why we’re meant
Or finding satisfaction (finding satisfaction)

[Bridge]
Space and time to get in line
If we’re going to find
Who we’re looking for
Open the door

[Instrumental, Harmonica Solo]

[Outro]
Role: Parts of the whole
Goal: whole

[End]

A SCIENCE LESSON
Global warming is caused by an increase in thermal energy in the climate system. The Earth is a climate system. Many subsystems make up our climate. Chaos theory emphasizes the complexity and nonlinearity of dynamic systems. You are part of the system. Everything you do impacts the planet.

Human induced climate change is an exponential component of an unordered system (chaos theory). Chaos theory plays a role in understanding the dynamics and potential unpredictability of social-ecological systems’ impact on climate change. Social-ecological systems encompass the interconnectedness of human societies and the ecosystems they are part of, and their behavior is influenced by a myriad of factors, including human activities, policies, resource use, and environmental changes. Chaos theory contributes insights into the complexity, sensitivity to initial conditions, and potential nonlinearities within these systems. Incorporating chaos theory into forecasting models for social-ecological systems helps researchers and policymakers recognize the limitations of linear thinking and deterministic approaches. Embracing complexity and uncertainty can lead to more robust and adaptive strategies for addressing the multifaceted challenges posed by climate change within the context of human societies and ecosystems.

Climate change is primarily driven by the escalation of thermal energy affecting biogeophysical and socio-economic systems. While biogeophysical factors can be studied using math, physics, and historical records, socio-economic systems pose greater challenges due to the unpredictable consequences of human behavior and inexplicable consumer choices, exacerbating tipping points and feedback loops.

* Our climate model employs chaos theory to comprehensively consider human impacts and projects a potential global average temperature increase of 9℃ above pre-industrial levels.

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

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Full Sun

By admin | Published: May 2, 2024

[Verse 1]
I’m the one
Grows best in full sun
Don’t like to throw shade
All for one, have it made

[Verse 2]
You’re one, too
Take in the view
Forego the shadow
Come to know

[Chorus]
The light (Is alright)
Sunlight (Sheer delight)
Take a bite (of your life)
So, so bright (Love is rife)

[Bridge]
Not alone
In our temperate zone
Feel at home
In our temperate zone
Know to grow

[Chorus]
The light (Is alright)
Sunlight (Sheer delight)
Take a bite (of your life)
So, so bright (Love is rife)

[End]

A SCIENCE LESSON
In Pennsylvania, the once lush and verdant tree canopy is now facing a troubling decline, as the majestic older trees, towering guardians of the forest, succumb to the relentless pressures of human activities. The consequences of this ecological imbalance reverberate through the forest, as insidious vines, empowered by the thinning canopy, reach ever higher, entwining their tendrils around the very pillars of the ecosystem.

As these vines ascend to new heights, they smother and choke the life out of the venerable trees below, casting shadows of demise upon the once-thriving woodland. The intricate balance of nature is disrupted, as the loss of these towering giants reverberates throughout the ecosystem, impacting biodiversity, soil stability, and wildlife habitats.

The gradual encroachment of vines into the upper reaches of the forest canopy represents a poignant symbol of the broader environmental challenges facing Pennsylvania and beyond. It serves as a stark reminder of the interconnectedness of all living beings and the urgent need for stewardship and conservation to preserve the natural wonders that enrich our lives.

Climate change is significantly impacting the temperate zones in the United States in several ways:

  1. Shifts in Temperature: Temperate zones are experiencing changes in temperature patterns, with increases in both average temperatures and the frequency of extreme heat events. Winters are becoming milder, and summers are growing hotter, leading to shifts in growing seasons and ecosystem dynamics.
  2. Altered Precipitation Patterns: Climate change is causing alterations in precipitation patterns, including changes in rainfall intensity, frequency, and distribution. Some regions within temperate zones may experience more frequent and intense rainfall events, leading to increased flooding and soil erosion, while others may face more prolonged periods of drought, impacting water resources and agriculture.
  3. Changes in Ecosystems: The distribution and composition of ecosystems within temperate zones are being disrupted by climate change. Species ranges are shifting, and migration patterns are changing as plants and animals respond to altered temperature and precipitation conditions. This can lead to mismatches in timing between species interactions, such as flowering and pollination, or disruptions in food webs.
  4. Impacts on Agriculture: Climate change is posing challenges to agriculture in temperate zones, affecting crop yields, pest and disease dynamics, and the availability of suitable growing conditions. Heat stress, drought, and extreme weather events can damage crops and reduce agricultural productivity, impacting food security and economic livelihoods.
  5. Increased Risk of Wildfires: Warmer temperatures and drier conditions are contributing to an increased risk of wildfires in temperate zones, particularly in regions with dense vegetation and susceptible to drought. Wildfires can have devastating consequences for ecosystems, communities, and air quality, posing risks to human health and safety.
  6. Threats to Human Health: Climate change in temperate zones can exacerbate health risks associated with extreme heat events, air pollution, and the spread of vector-borne diseases. Vulnerable populations, such as the elderly, children, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions, may face increased risks of heat-related illnesses and respiratory problems.

Overall, climate change is reshaping the environmental, social, and economic landscapes of temperate zones in the United States, underscoring the need for proactive measures to mitigate its impacts and enhance resilience in affected regions.

* Our climate model / experiment employs chaos theory to comprehensively consider human impacts and projects a potential global average temperature increase of 9℃ above pre-industrial levels. Global warming is a consequence of elevated thermal energy in the climate system, which comprises various subsystems. Chaos theory underscores the intricate and nonlinear nature of dynamic systems. Human well-being is compromised above a 1.5-degree temperature rise, rendering much of the Earth uninhabitable. A 9-degree Celsius increase would bring the Earth close to a wet-bulb temperature incapable of sustaining human life.

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

Tree Extinction Due to Human Induced Environmental Stress

The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

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What a Day!

By admin | Published: May 2, 2024

[Into]
Nice!

[Instrumental, Hammond B3 Organ, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 1]
What a day
Wouldn’t ya say?
Everything
Is going our way

[Break]
Nice!
Roll the dice
[Break]

[Verse 2]
What a day
The sun’s rays
Everybody’s
In a craze

[Chorus]
The sky, so blue
Our love, so true
Couldn’t get much better
For any go-getter

[Bridge]
Go-getter
Go get Her
Make dreams come true
It’s up to you

[Break]
Nice!
Make it twice
[Break]

[Chorus]
The sky, so blue
Our love, so true
Couldn’t get much better
For any go-getter

[Instrumental, Hammond B3 Organ, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Outro]
Go-getter
Go get Her
Make dreams come true
It’s up to you

[End]

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Sundown

By admin | Published: May 2, 2024

[Verse 1]
Sure bet
Gonna be a sunset
Every day
It happens that way

[Chorus]
Is the sun going down
Or the Earth going ’round?
It seems to me to be
Inherently

[Verse 2]
Sure thing
The sun setting
Every night
Out goes the light

[Chorus]
Is the sun going down
Or the Earth going ’round?
It seems to me to be
Inherently

[Bridge]
Sundown (Down, down, down)
Fade to black
Sundown (Down, down, down)
Light we lack
Sundown (Down, down, down)

[Chorus]
Is the sun going down
Or the Earth going ’round?
It seems to me to be
Inherently

[End]

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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May Day Mayday

By admin | Published: May 2, 2024

Are you O.K.?
[Break]
No way,
Mayday!

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 1]
Mayday, they say, coming our way (Mayday!)
The first of May may showing decay (Mayday!)
What’s it take for opinions to sway (Mayday!)
The working emitters are going to pay (Mayday!)

[Chorus]
It’s a May Day mayday,
Distress signal yells Mother Nature
To hot to play today
Can our dancing endure? (Oh, please save Her)
[Break]
Mayday!
[Break]
Mayday!

[Instrumental, Hammond B3 Organ, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Bridge]
Maritime crime
Aviation pollution
Don’t you think it’s time
We found our solution

[Instrumental, Saxophone Solo, Drum Fills]

[Break]
Are you O.K.?
[Break]
No way,
Mayday!

[Break]

[Verse 2]
Mayday, today’s the day (Mayday!)
Have we become our own prey? (Mayday!)
Nerves wrecked, hair turned gray (Mayday!)
Will you wake up? Hey, hey, hey! (Mayday!)

[Chorus]
It’s a May Day mayday,
Distress signal yells Mother Nature
To hot to play today
Can our dancing endure? (Oh, please save Her)
[Break]
Mayday!
[Break]
Mayday!

[Instrumental, Hammond B3 Organ, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Bridge]
Maritime crime
Aviation pollution
Don’t you think it’s time
We found our solution

[Chorus]
It’s a May Day mayday,
Distress signal yells Mother Nature
To hot to play today
Can our dancing endure? (Oh, please save Her)
[Break]
Mayday!
[Break]
Mayday!

[Outro]
Dot dot dot
Dash dash dash
Dot dot dot
Mayday!

[End]

ABOUT THE SONG
“Mayday” is a universally understood distress signal, primarily utilized in aviation and maritime contexts. While many of us encounter it only in fiction or on television, it serves as a vital communication tool for aircraft and boats in times of emergency. It is expressed both as an interjection (“Mayday! Mayday!”) and as a modifier for a noun (“a mayday signal”).

“May Day” is an ancient European festival that heralds the arrival of summer, typically observed on May 1st, situated midway between the Northern Hemisphere’s Spring equinox and June solstice. Often, festivities spill over to the night before, referred to as May Eve. Traditions abound during this celebration, ranging from the gathering of wildflowers and green branches to the weaving of floral garlands. Other customs include the coronation of a May Queen, and the erection of a Maypole, May Tree, or May Bush, encircled by joyful dancing.

National Weather for May 1, 2024
THERE IS AN ENHANCED RISK OF SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS IN WESTERN OKLAHOMA…THE EASTERN TEXAS PANHANDLE AND NORTHWEST/WEST-CENTRAL TEXAS: The greatest threat today for large to very large hail, severe thunderstorm gusts and a few tornadoes will be in western Oklahoma, the eastern Texas Panhandle and northwest/west-central Texas. The Northeastern United States has seen days of record temperatures.

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

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When the Cruel Rule

By admin | Published: May 2, 2024

[Intro]
When the cruel rule:

[Break]
Cry! Cry! Cry!
[Break]
Why?!?!
[Break]

[Instrumental, Sitar, Tambourine]

[Verse 1]
In lands torn by strife and war,
Children suffer, bruised and sore.
Their innocence lost, their cries unheard,
In the chaos, their voices blurred.

[Chorus]
A thousand children, lost in pain,
Their limbs shattered, their hopes wane.
In the darkness, they silently cry,
As the world turns a blind eye.

[Break]
Cry! Cry! Cry!
[Break]
Why?!?!
[Break]

[Instrumental, Sitar, Tambourine]

[Verse 2]
UNICEF’s count reveals the truth,
A staggering toll, the bitter proof.
A thousand children, their legs now gone,
Their childhood dreams forever drawn.

[Chorus]
A thousand children, lost in pain,
Their limbs shattered, their hopes wane.
In the darkness, they silently cry,
As the world turns a blind eye.

[Break]
Cry! Cry! Cry!
[Break]
Why?!?!
[Break]

[Instrumental, Sitar, Tambourine]

[Bridge]
But in their eyes, a flicker of light,
A resilience that shines so bright.
Though broken in body, their spirits soar,
Their courage, a beacon, forevermore.

[Verse 3]
Insane that children suffer in pain
Yet, on the couch we remain
Where is empathy for the babies
As our souls head for Hades

[Chorus]
A thousand children, lost in pain,
Their limbs shattered, their hopes wane.
In the darkness, they silently cry,
As the world turns a blind eye.

[Outro]
When the cruel rule:
Let us not forget these children’s plight,
Their voices echo in the night.
May we stand together, hand in hand,
To heal their wounds, to make a stand.

[End}

UNICEF estimated that at least 1,000 children in Gaza have had one or two of their legs amputated through the end of November, 2023, with an unknown number undergoing those surgeries without sedation or pain medication.

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Hot’lanta

By admin | Published: May 1, 2024

[Verse 1)]
In the heart of Georgia, where the peaches grow,
There’s a city sweltering, in the summer glow.
Atlanta’s heat, it’s a force to behold,
But beneath the surface, the truth is cold.

[Chorus]
Hot’lanta, city of heat,
Where the pavement sizzles beneath your feet.
In the grip of summer’s relentless flame,
We dance in the fire, we stake our claim.

[Verse 2]
From the towering buildings to the streets below,
The sun beats down, unrelenting, you know?
But with every rise, there’s a hidden toll,
As the power grid falters, under heat’s control.

[Chorus]
Hot’lanta, city of heat,
Where the pavement sizzles beneath your feet.
In the grip of summer’s relentless flame,
We dance in the fire, we stake our claim.

[Bridge]
Wildfires rage, in the distant lands,
While here in the city, we clasp our hands.
For in the face of adversity, put out the call,
Together we rise, and together we fall.

[Chorus]
Hot’lanta, city of heat,
Where the pavement sizzles beneath your feet.
In the grip of summer’s relentless flame,
We dance in the fire, we stake our claim.

[Outro]
So here’s to Atlanta, our home so dear,
In the heat of the summer, bringing on the fear.
In the heart of Hot’lanta, can’t find a day,
That makes me want to stay.

[End]

A SCIENCE LESSON
Georgia and several states across the South and Southeast have borne the brunt of some of the most extreme weather-related power outages witnessed in the past two decades.

The significance of this issue cannot be overstated: as climate change exacerbates the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, ranging from scorching heat waves to devastating wildfires, the strain on the electrical grid intensifies.

The repercussions of these outages extend far beyond mere inconvenience. Lengthy periods without power can exact a heavy toll on both the economy and human lives, costing billions of dollars in economic losses and tragically leading to loss of life.

A comprehensive analysis conducted by the nonprofit research and communications group, Climate Central, paints a stark picture: approximately 80% of all major power outages in the United States between 2000 and 2023 can be attributed to extreme weather events. These outages, characterized by their impact on at least 50,000 homes or businesses, or the loss of at least 300 megawatts of service, underscore the vulnerability of our energy infrastructure in the face of climatic upheaval.

Of particular concern are the increasing threats posed by wildfires and heat waves, phenomena intricately linked to human-induced climate change. While wildfires pose a direct threat to power infrastructure, heat waves pose acute public health hazards, especially in densely populated urban centers like Atlanta, where extreme heat and stormwater flooding are looming risks.

Zooming in on Atlanta reveals a city grappling with the dual challenges of extreme heat and escalating cooling demands. Projections indicate that Georgia is slated to experience a substantial increase in cooling costs by 2053, accompanied by a surge in state CO2 emissions driven by heightened air conditioning usage, according to a 2022 analysis by the nonprofit First Street Foundation.

As climate scientist Dr. Emily Fischer aptly observes, the confluence of intensifying weather events and escalating stressors on the energy system foreshadows a troubling trend: the likelihood of weather-related power outages escalating across the nation. The imperative for proactive measures to bolster resilience and adaptability in the face of climate-induced challenges has never been more urgent.

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

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All for and In

By admin | Published: May 1, 2024

[Intro]
All for
I’m
All for
[Break]
All in
I’m all in
[Break]

[Verse 1]
I’m all for our hour for the flower
(Or make it two!)
I’m all for our power, usage lower
(Make it two, too)

[Bridge]
Going to pull us through?
Please do
Ohhh, D O
Oh, do, do, do

[Chorus]
Be the first in line
(To spend time, on your dime)
The first to find kind
(To start your heart,
Open your mind….)

[Instrumental, Hammond B3 Organ, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Break]
All for!
All in!
Do it again

[Verse 2]
I’m all in to begin singing
(and ringing true, how ’bout you?)
Here’s the thing, avoid the sting
(Bring the lovin’, lovin’ the livin’)

[Chorus]
Be the first in line
(To spend time, on your dime)
The first to find kind
(To start your heart,
Open your mind….)

[Bridge]
Going to pull us through?
Please do
Ohhh, D O
Oh, do, do, do

[Verse 3]
I’m all for our hour for the flower
(Or make it two!)
I’m all for our power, usage lower
(Make it two, too)
I’m all in to begin singing
(and ringing true, how ’bout you?)
Here’s the thing, avoid the sting
(Bring the lovin’, lovin’ the livin’)

[Chorus]
Be the first in line
(To spend time, on your dime)
The first to find kind
(To start your heart,
Open your mind….)

[Outro]
Going to pull us through?
Please do
Ohhh, D O
Oh, do, do, do

[End]

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

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Scot-Free

By admin | Published: May 1, 2024

[Intro]
Do you think we’ll get off
Scot-Free?
[Break]
Really?
[Break]

[Instrumental, Bagpipes, Finger Snaps]

[Verse 1]
Do you think we’re going to get off
Scot-free?
No, we won’t.
Do you think we do what we need
To do?
No, we don’t.

[Chorus]
Mortgage the future
Notes mature
Our “do’s” come due
… they do (Yes, they do)
They sure do.

[Break]
Scot-Free?
[Break]
Really?
[Break]

[Instrumental, Guitar Solo, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
Do you think we’re going to get away…
Red-handed?
No, we won’t.
Do you think we’ve a plan to not…
Be stranded?
No, we don’t.

[Chorus]
Mortgage the future
Notes mature
Our “do’s” come due
… they do (Yes, they do)
They sure do.

[Break]
Scot-Free?
[Break]
Really?
[Break]

[Instrumental, Bagpipes]

[Verse 3]
Do you think we’ll get away the greatest crime
Of all time?
No, we won’t
Do you think we have the inclination… that we’re apt to adapt
No, we don’t

[Chorus]
Mortgage the future
Notes mature
Our “do’s” come due
… they do (Yes, they do)
They sure do.

[Outro]
Scot-Free?
Really?
Our “do’s” come due
… they do (Yes, they do)
They sure do.

[End]

A song about people who are still burning fossil fuels. What is your excuse? Ignorance?

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

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Outlast

By admin | Published: May 1, 2024

[Intro]
All the world is turning
Everyone under the sun
All our time is burning
Be one before you’re done

[Instrumental, Electric Piano, Chimes]

[Verse 1]
All the world is spinning
Everyone under the sun
All our time is fleeting
Be one before it’s gone

[Bridge]
Goal whole
Sage role
Stage:

[Break]
Front and center
Upfront, enter

[Instrumental, Hammond B3 Organ, Drum Fills]

[Chorus]
Can’t separate if they won’t cooperate
All spinning round at the same rate
Can’t slow down to jump off
Might as well offer a quaff
[Break]
Raise your glass
To times past
May we outlast

[Instrumental]

[Verse 2]
All the world is turning
Everyone under the sun
All our time is burning
Be one before you’re done

[Bridge]
Goal whole
Sage role
Stage:

[Break]
Front and center
Upfront, enter

[Instrumental, Hammond B3 Organ, Drum Fills]

[Chorus]
Can’t separate if they won’t cooperate
All spinning round at the same rate
Can’t slow down to jump off
Might as well offer a quaff

[Outro]
Raise your glass
To times past
May we outlast

[End]

A LOOK AT SOME SCIENCE
Cooperation is essential in addressing the climate crisis for several reasons:

  1. Global Scope: Climate change is a global issue that transcends national borders. Greenhouse gas emissions and environmental degradation in one part of the world can have far-reaching effects on ecosystems, weather patterns, and communities across the globe. Therefore, coordinated efforts are needed on an international scale to mitigate the impacts of climate change effectively.
  2. Complex Interconnections: The climate system is complex and interconnected, with various factors influencing its dynamics, such as energy production, transportation, land use, and agriculture. Addressing climate change requires interdisciplinary collaboration across scientific disciplines, policymakers, industries, and civil society to develop comprehensive solutions that consider the interconnectedness of social, economic, and environmental factors.
  3. Shared Responsibility: While some countries may contribute more to greenhouse gas emissions than others, all nations share responsibility for mitigating climate change and adapting to its impacts. Cooperation fosters a sense of shared responsibility and collective action, encouraging countries to work together towards common goals, such as reducing emissions, transitioning to renewable energy, and protecting vulnerable communities.
  4. Innovation and Knowledge Sharing: Collaboration enables the sharing of knowledge, technologies, and best practices among countries and stakeholders. By pooling resources and expertise, countries can accelerate the development and deployment of clean energy technologies, sustainable practices, and resilience-building measures, driving innovation and progress in the fight against climate change.
  5. Political Will and Diplomacy: Addressing climate change requires strong political will and diplomatic efforts to negotiate agreements, set targets, and implement policies at both national and international levels. Cooperation facilitates diplomatic dialogue, negotiation, and consensus-building, paving the way for the adoption of ambitious climate agreements, such as the Paris Agreement, and the implementation of concrete actions to reduce emissions and promote sustainability.

In summary, cooperation is essential in addressing the climate crisis because it enables coordinated action on a global scale, fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, promotes shared responsibility, facilitates innovation and knowledge sharing, and strengthens political will and diplomatic efforts to tackle one of the most pressing challenges of our time.

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

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Texas Clima Extremo

By admin | Published: May 1, 2024

[Intro]
Oh, Texas Clima Extremo, a stormy sight,
Floods and winds in the dead of night.
Winds roar, rivers rage, take a bath,
Leaving destruction, in the aftermath.

[Instrumental, Penny Whistle, Snare Drum, Piccolo]

[Break]
Don’t Mess with Texas?
[Break]
Texas Mess
[Break]

[Verse 1]
In the land of Texas, where the wild winds blow,
Fires rage, floods overflow.
April’s end brings a tempest’s might,
As tornadoes dance in the dead of night.

[Pre-Chorus]
Cold fronts clash with southern heat,
A volatile mix, a deadly feat.
The Trinity River, it bursts its banks,
As Texas faces nature’s ranks.

[Chorus]
Oh, Texas Clima Extremo, a stormy sight,
Floods and winds in the dead of night.
Winds roar, rivers rage, take a bath,
Leaving destruction, in the aftermath.

[Break]
Don’t Mess with Texas?
[Break]
Texas Mess
[Break]

[Instrumental]

[Verse 2]
In Trinity city, a home laid bare,
Torn asunder by the storm’s cruel glare.
But amidst the chaos, hope remains,
As lives are spared amidst the rains.

[Chorus]
Oh, Texas Clima Extremo, a stormy sight,
Floods and winds in the dead of night.
Winds roar, rivers rage, take a bath,
Leaving destruction, in the aftermath.

[Instrumental]

[Break]
Don’t Mess with Texas?
[Break]
Texas Mess
[Break]

[Bridge]
Darkness falls, as power fades,
Thousands stranded, in the storm’s cascade.
Oh, well…
The Texas mess, drill more wells (drill, drill, drill)
Pump more oil (spoil, spoil, spoil)
Two-step with Mother tonight
See the light

[Chorus]
Oh, Texas Clima Extremo, a stormy sight,
Floods and winds in the dead of night.
Winds roar, rivers rage, take a bath,
Leaving destruction, in the aftermath.

[Outro]
Don’t Mess with Texas?
This Texas Mess

[End]

A SCIENCE LESSON
April 30, 2024 — Amidst a backdrop of unusual winter warmth and raging wildfires that have gripped the Lone Star State for months, April bids its farewell with a tumultuous display of nature’s fury. Across Texas, communities grapple with the wrath of severe weather, unleashing a barrage of flooding, high winds, and tornadoes.

In Polk County, along the banks of the Trinity River, the scene is one of urgency as rushing waters breach their confines, triggering mandatory evacuations. Homes stand vulnerable against the relentless onslaught of flooding, prompting authorities to issue dire warnings and mobilize rescue efforts to safeguard lives.

The tumultuous weather phenomenon is attributed to a convergence of cold fronts sweeping down from the Pacific Northwest, colliding tumultuously with warmer air masses from the southeast. This clash engenders a volatile atmospheric cauldron ripe for the genesis of tornadoes and thunderstorms, unleashing chaos across the region.

“The relentless onslaught of fast-moving disturbances traversing the western U.S. continues to spawn new low pressure systems across the heartland of America,” remarks the weather service in a somber forecast discussion on Monday, foretelling the continuation of this tempestuous saga.

In the city of Trinity, southeast Texas bears witness to the unforgiving wrath of the storm, as at least one home is reduced to rubble, torn asunder by the ferocious might of a tornado. Trinity County Sheriff Woody Wallace, in a solemn Facebook video, recounts the devastation wrought by the twister, which left a trail of destruction in its wake. Miraculously, amidst the chaos, all occupants escaped with their lives, though the scars of the ordeal remain etched in the landscape.

Among the casualties of the storm, Lt. James “Jimmy” Waller and his wife suffer injuries in the wake of the Trinity County tornado. Waller, critically wounded, faces a grueling journey to recovery, while his steadfast wife remains steadfast at his side, a beacon of resilience in the face of adversity.

As the storm rages on, its impact reverberates beyond Texas’s borders, plunging tens of thousands into darkness as power outages sweep through the region. In Louisiana, Texas, and Oklahoma, communities brace themselves against the onslaught, grappling with the harsh realities of nature’s unyielding force.

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

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Texas BBQ

By admin | Published: May 1, 2024

[Intro]
Fire’s in the sky
[Break]
[Instrumental, Fiddle, Guitar Solo]

[Verse 1]
In the heart of Texas, the wild west winds blow,
There’s a tale of fire, a story you’ll come to know.
Late February came, and the skies turned gray,
As the Smokehouse Creek fire swept our dreams away.

[Chorus]
Texas BBQ, where the flames burn bright,
In the heat of the day, and the dark of the night.
The Smokehouse Creek, a wildfire’s spree,
Leaves a scar on Texas, for all to see.

[Instrumental, Banjo, Percussion, Drum Fills]

[Verse 2]
A million acres scorched, beneath the blazing sun,
The souls lost, their journey done.
Homes, farms, and ranches, all consumed by the flame,
As the Smokehouse Creek fire played its deadly game.

[Chorus]
Texas BBQ, where the flames burn bright,
In the heat of the day, and the dark of the night.
The Smokehouse Creek, a wildfire’s spree,
Leaves a scar on Texas, for all to see.

[Break]
Fire’s in the sky
[Break]
[Instrumental, Fiddle, Guitar Solo]

[Bridge]
But the fire’s just a symptom, of a bigger fight,
As Texas heats up, in the harsh daylight.
Three degrees warmer, by twenty-thirty-six,
The future’s uncertain, and the stakes are fixed.

[Chorus]
Texas BBQ, where the flames burn bright,
In the heat of the day, and the dark of the night.
The Smokehouse Creek, a wildfire’s spree,
Leaves a scar on Texas, for all to see.

[Outro]
Withstand the weather in the Lone Star State?
Fight for our future, before it’s too late.
For Texas BBQ, under the burning sky,
Let’s protect our land, and keep our dreams alive.

[End]

A SCIENCE LESSON
In a harrowing display of nature’s fury, the Texas Panhandle became engulfed in a relentless inferno during late February and early March of 2024. The Smokehouse Creek fire, a monstrous beast of flames and smoke, etched its name into the annals of history as the largest wildfire ever recorded in Texas.

With unyielding ferocity, the fire ravaged more than 1 million acres of land, leaving in its wake a trail of devastation and despair. Tragically, two lives were lost amid the chaos, and the flames mercilessly consumed hundreds of homes, farms, and ranches, reducing them to ashes. The toll extended beyond human losses, with thousands of heads of livestock falling victim to the relentless blaze.

As the smoke cleared and the embers dimmed, the scars of the Smokehouse Creek fire served as a grim reminder of the escalating climate crisis facing the Lone Star State.

Looking ahead, the forecast paints a troubling picture of Texas’s future climate. By the year 2036, projections suggest that the Lone Star State will experience a significant warming trend, with the average annual surface temperature expected to soar 3.0 °F above the 1950-1999 average and 1.8 °F higher than the 1991-2020 average. The sweltering heat is not confined to the summer months, as the number of scorching 100-degree days is predicted to quadruple compared to the relatively temperate 1970s and 1980s.

Urban areas, in particular, will bear the brunt of this warming trend, facing a higher frequency of scorching 100-degree days. The mercury continues its relentless climb, with extreme monthly summertime temperatures already showing an alarming increase of about 2 °F over the past fifty years.

Even in the depths of winter, the trend toward warmer temperatures shows no signs of abating, with extreme monthly wintertime temperatures expected to escalate at an even faster rate. The once-cool reprieve of summer’s chilliest days is rapidly evaporating, as they too succumb to the inexorable march of climate change.

In the face of these dire predictions, the people of Texas stand at a crossroads, compelled to confront the urgent reality of a changing climate and take decisive action to safeguard their future and the generations yet to come.

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

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Bangladesh Mess

By admin | Published: April 30, 2024

[Verse 1]
In Bangladesh, a mess, unkind,
Extreme mean, what will we find?
Relentless, won’t let us rest,
Challenging days, put us to the test.

[Pre-Chorus]
Dhaka’s scorched, hotter than before,
Temperatures rising, can’t take any more.
Four to five degrees, push above the norm,
In this Bangladesh mess, where do we perform?

[Chorus]
Bangladesh mess, under the sun,
Primate’s grip, can’t be undone.
The extreme mean, leave us distressed,
In this Bangladesh mess.

[Break]
Save us from the wave
[Break]

[Instrumental]

[Verse 2]
In Chuadanga, a record high,
Forty-three degrees, reach for the sky.
Dhaka’s not far, at forty point five,
Last year’s high, now barely alive.

[Pre-Chorus]
Dhaka’s scorched, hotter than before,
Temperatures rising, can’t take any more.
Four to five degrees, push above the norm,
In this Bangladesh mess, where do we perform?

[Chorus]
Bangladesh mess, under the sun,
Primate’s grip, can’t be undone.
The extreme mean, leave us distressed,
In this Bangladesh mess.
[Break]
Save us from the wave
[Break]

[Instrumental]

[Bridge]
Early year fear, heat’s relentless gaze,
Gasping for shade, in its fiery blaze.
Deaths from heatstroke, a tragic toll,
In this Bangladesh mess, we lose control.

[Chorus]
Bangladesh mess, under the sun,
Primate’s grip, can’t be undone.
The extreme mean, leave us distressed,
In this Bangladesh mess.
[Break]
Save us from the wave
[Break]

[Outro]
Bangladesh, under the heat’s duress,
In this mess, we confess.
Need some unity and resilience, to progress,
Through this Bangladesh mess.

[End]

A SCIENCE LESSON
Bangladesh extended the heat alert on Sunday as the ongoing heatwave is expected to persist for an additional 72 hours, following earlier alerts issued on April 19, 22, and 25. The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) continues to monitor and respond to the challenging weather patterns affecting most parts of the country. Over the past week, average maximum temperatures in Dhaka have been 4-5 degrees Celsius higher than the 30-year average.

On Monday, Bangladesh recorded the highest temperature of the summer season at 43 degrees Celsius in Chuadanga district, located approximately 215 km west of the national capital Dhaka. The temperature in Dhaka rose to 40.5 degrees Celsius. Last year, Dhaka experienced a temperature of 40.6 degrees Celsius on April 16, the highest in the capital in 58 years.

The heatwave began in early April this year, leaving people gasping for relief in Dhaka and elsewhere in the country. Experts have warned that millions of people are at risk of heat-related impacts, linking the early onset of an intense summer to climate change. Multiple reports of deaths from heatstroke have been reported countrywide in the past few days. On Monday, a farmer reportedly died from heatstroke, adding to the toll. So far, around 35 people have allegedly died from heatstroke in the past two weeks in the country.

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

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Breakdown (Go Ahead and Give It to Me)

By admin | Published: April 30, 2024

 

[Verse 1]
The world’s on fire, can’t you see? (We)
Primate breakdown, in-your-face destiny.
Feedback loops, (loops, loops)
Points plopped, (Ball dropped)
Temperature?
[Break]
On fire
[Break]
Nature’s future?
[Break]
Dire

[Pre-Chorus]
Too much dying, carbon thinks gone,
Future’s bleak, can’t carry on.
Food and water, air we breathe,
All at risk, can’t you believe?

[Chorus]
Go ahead and give it to me:
Primate breakdown
All around
Found your town
Primate breakdown
[Bridge]
It ain’t alright
See the light
[Break]
Be the light

[Instrumental]

[Break]
Climbing higher
[Break]
Fire

[Verse 2]
In twenty twenty-three, Copernicus cried,
Oh, woe, the heat beat, reached new highs.
She couldn’t believe, She ain’t naive
Mind-blowing stats, it’s hard to conceive.

[Pre-Chorus]
Too much dying, carbon thinks gone,
Future’s bleak, can’t carry on.
Food and water, air we breathe,
All at risk, can’t you believe?

[Chorus]
Go ahead and give it to me:
Primate breakdown
All around
Found your town
Primate breakdown
[Bridge]
It ain’t alright
See the light
[Break]
Be the light

[Instrumental, Hammond B3 Organ, Guitar Solo, Saxophone Solo]

[Break]
Climbing higher
[Break]
Fire

[Outro]
The time is now, we must unite, ( Ignite! Fire, climbing higher)
Combat primate change, might see the light

[End]

A SCIENCE LESSON: PRIMATE BREAKDOWN
Climate breakdown, the most alarming development, occurs when feedback loops are triggered, and tipping points are crossed. This leads to the extinction of plants, the disappearance of carbon sinks, and an exponential acceleration of Earth’s temperature. The consequences are dire, with the potential disappearance of vital resources like food, fresh water, and breathable air, likely followed by catastrophic impacts on human survival.

In October 2023, the European Space Agency’s Copernicus Climate Change Service reported that the average temperature for September hit 16.38 degrees Celsius, surpassing the previous record set in September 2020 by 0.5 degrees Celsius. Copernicus Director Carlo Buontempo described it as “mind-blowing” and emphasized the devastating impacts on people and ecosystems, citing destruction of assets, infrastructure, and harvests. “What we are observing, are not only new extremes but the persistence of these record-breaking conditions, and the impacts these have on both people and planet, are a clear consequence of the warming of the climate system,” Director Buontempo said.

By January 2024, the Earth had experienced an alarming annual average temperature increase of over 1.5 degrees Celsius. This temperature rise continued in February 2024, with a monthly average reaching 1.77 degrees above pre-industrial levels, occurring centuries earlier than previously predicted. The urgency to address and combat climate change has never been more critical.

by The Beatless Sense Mongers

A song about The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

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