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Mutya Keisha Siobhan: Comprehensive Diary

I've decided as a big fan (I'd like to say the biggest) it would be beneficial in the future to compose a diary of Mutya Keisha Siobhan 's activities, ranging from appearances, performances, photo shoots, song leaks/premieres and video uploads since their return to music in 2012. I will continue to update this blog post each time something official happens. 2012 Mutya Keisha Siobhan - Announcement - 20th July 2012 London Olympic Games - Appearance - 27th July 2012 V Festival - Appearance - 7th August 2012 Q Awards -  Appearance - 22nd October 2012 Ponystep Magazine - Interview  - 3rd December 2012 Ponystep Magazine - Photo Shoot  - 3rd December 2012 Thomas Sabo Private Jewelry Variety - Appearance  - 5th December 2012 Ponystep New Years Eve Gig - Performance  - 31st December 2012 Overload Diamonds (Rihanna Cover) New Year Freak Like Me 2013 Boys Live Acapella Video - Performance - 7th January 2013 Lay Down In Swi...

'Feathers of Our Nation'

I've recently been listening to a song from a UK-based artist by the name of  Siobhán Donaghy . It's called 'Iodine' and the song's theme is of the historical use of Iodine and the utilisation of it through warfare. The song is intricately written and underlies some very emotive themes. It's written by Donaghy herself, alongside songwriters, Cameron McVey and Paul Simm for her first album "Revolution in Me", in 2003. I found this song, specially the chorus very akin to what Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have experienced during the 1770's. I then subconsciously heard the lyrics in form of relation to my people and have decided to write them down.  Since documenting my subconscious lyrics, I have been only hearing the song into what I made it into - that's the beauty of music; expression of self is limitless and provides avenues of expression for all. Here are the lyrics I have amended from the original, and the actual audio of ...