This is the instrumental guide track currently being used by vocalists lending their talents to the Send Me project. The strings are excluded from this mix, in order to maintain simplicity for the singers as they sing along in real time! Naturally, the strings will return in the final masters.
Introducing the "Warriors and Heroes Songbook," a companion to the acclaimed "Send Me! Songbook." Featuring 10 new songs by Patty Blake and S.W. "Scottie" Miliano, this collection celebrates first responders with powerful lyrics and music. With the same talented session musicians and Scottie's emotive vocals across the entire project, these songs aim to inspire just as much as the first set.
While it hasn't been made official, if the project does take shape, its anticipated release would be slated for late 2024 to early 2025, coinciding with the release of the "Send Me! Songbook." After all, the songs are all cut from the same cloth, together forming a grand tapestry of faith, hope, and inspiration for these troubled times.
The Team explains: "When inspiration overflows, a second chapter emerges. These songs are not leftovers; they're simply the next course. We truly, deeply hope to make this happen."
"Warriors and Heroes Songbook" will continue this timeless tribute to the warriors, heroes, angels, and protectors who are our first responders. Click below to hear an unvarnished demo snippet of the anthemic title track.
Lyrics below
It's for the warriors and heroes
With your hearts so true
And we hope that you can hear us
We thank you for everything that you do
It's for the warriors and heroes
The ones who keep us safe
And we'll always keep you near us
It's in our hearts, no matter how hard they break
No matter how hard they break
In the darkest hour, you are our light
Guiding us through every single fight
(partial lyric)
Performed by S.W. Miliano for summer 2024 production.
Lyrics by Patricia L. Blake/Music by S.W. Miliano
I will protect and shield you
With everything I've got
I promise to risk my life for anyone
I will be there with courage
And unwavering strength
I promise to risk my life and limb for you
To enter through the door
Into unknown danger
Of multiple shots fired
A barricaded suspect
Armed and dangerous
Or is this something else?
To wrap my arms around a baby
A young child soaked in blood
In bed between his parents
Both of them lying dead
I will hold this baby over
My badge, uniform, and heart
I'll carry him to safety, for a start
I will protect and shield you
And you know that means a lot
I promise to risk my life for anyone
I will be there with courage
And unwavering strength
I promise to risk my life and limb for you
I promise to protect and shield you
In your darkest times
And I will stand between the devil and you
When it feels like no one's on your side
I will place my body between you and the danger
I will protect you!
And I won't let you down, no how, no way
And I won't let you down, no how, no way
And I won't let you down, no how, no way
Standing in a parking lot, facing
A man who shot his wife in a rage
His little boy runs right into danger
"Dad has a gun!"
I'll protect this boy like a manger
Hold him close, wrapped up in my arms
To place myself 'tween monsters and angels
And I promise to come when called to respond
When you're in danger
When you're threatened
When you're injured, broken, and hurt
With God next to me
I will protect and shield you
And you know that means a lot
And that's why I promise, I promise, I promise to come for you
I will protect and shield you
With everything I've got
I promise to risk my life for anyone
I promise to risk my life for most anyone
I promise to risk my life for anyone
(P. Blake/S.W. Miliano)
Demo performed by S.W. Miliano for April-May 2024 main production.
Lyrics by Patricia L. Blake/Music by S.W. Miliano
In a herd of horses you were brave and young
You came to me and nuzzled in my arm
You would not leave
You chose me forever
We shared a special bond
You looked at me
You would not leave
You trusted me, my partner
Angel horse, warrior horse
Spread your wings
Over this earth now as you leave
Mocha, Mocha
We chose each other, now you're overhead
Watch over me, protect me like you did
St. Michael came and called you too soon
So gentle and valiant
You chose me
I chose you
Taken me from too soon
Angel horse, warrior horse
Spread your wings over this earth
Now as you leave
Mocha, Mocha
Angel horse, warrior horse
Spread your wings on the horizon
As I sing
To Mocha
To Mocha
(P. Blake/S.W. Miliano)
Demo performed by S.W. Miliano for March-April 2024 main production.
Lyrics by Patricia L. Blake/Music by S.W. Miliano
Demo performed by S.W. Miliano for March-April 2024 main production.
Lyrics by Patricia L. Blake/Music by S.W. Miliano