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TYME
“When you witness something like that, it changes your whole perspective. It affects you every second from then on. You question everything.
You question yourself. How am I going to change this?
How will I make a difference?”
The band “TYME” reveal the inspirational odysseys that impelled them to create their newest album with the most striking lyrics of the year - “As long as you care”.
Music has always been intimately intertwined with society, it has played a important part in our mundane (or not) lives. From reflecting diversity of attitudes in generations, to voicing powerful unforgettable revelations, music has withstood it all.
Actions speak louder than words. But can words give rise to action?
Travelling their world tour “TME” had one last country to visit – Hungary. The people of Hungary have immense passion for music, it is both part of their traditions and culture. With bands like 'The puzzle' and 'The moog' making huge waves in the Hungarian music industry. Indie rock has never been so acclaimed.
“It happened so suddenly, almost overnight!” Cleo from the band says, “we went from having 200 listeners, to 5500 fans, worldwide! with Hungary claiming first place” The band laugh and nod in agreement “it was almost too good to be true” Almost.
“While travelling from the cities of Budapest to Debrecen we passed through several poorer areas of the country. It was around 'Mezoszemere' when our bus broke down, so we decided to do some exploring whilst we waited for our reparations. When we came over this huddle of children, playing ball. We tried to introduce ourselves, but because of the language barrier we got no further than a greeting. But it wasn't necessary anymore once we started playing, they understood completely. I don't remember when the little huddle of children became a crowd, but there were at least 2 classrooms of kids, of all ages playing ball with us, it was crazy! I've never seen so many children with such energy”
Rae tells us.
The band tells us how they were surprised to see the children in the streets during school hours, they tried to ask the children but had difficulty with the language. However, a older child managed to explain why these children do not go school - they cannot afford to.
“It was a shock! These children with so much potential and energy have no liberty of employing it. Its overwhelming.”
What did you decide to do after this?
“We had to act. You see, every person has a few opportunities in their life to accomplish something major, something important. This was our call.” Gladys states.
“We created our own charity” the band tell us. The charity's purpose is to educate children, from building schools to paying for class and having mobile tutors. The schools will provide the skills needed in life and in the work world. By educating a child, you benefit the community. A ripple effect.
The band aim to raise money through selling their songs and have even produced a whole album dedicated to the cause “We hope that through raising enough money we can give back to the world, its done so much for us, its only natural to give back more. All the profit from the music that we make will go to this charity, in hopes to give the opportunity of education to all who ask, we want to make a change, and through music is the way to do it, we would love for our fans and listeners to benefit the cause by buying and streaming our album to help us, to help them.”
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