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Part 2
Lay on Grass
The Tale of Gaia as an album and is the story of Earth and Humanity intertwined. It is a love story, and a story of hope and our shared connection to one another. The album is a journey of this moment in our human history. A moment that feels not unlike our past but also very essential to our continued existence. It is universal and deeply personal.
Her second single, “Lay on Grass” is a joyous invitation to ditch the screens and get some grass stains on your perfectly pleated white linen pants. To lay on grass with your loved ones. To watch the clouds. To soak in life itself. To live your own adventure.
Written by Sam Stokes
Producer Mike Davidson
Guitar Daniel Yoong
Bass Daniel Yoong
Drums Stephan Chaggaris
LAY ON GRASS
The Principles
It’s not just about laying on grass. It’s about surrendering to the stillness within you whilelaying on grass - or any other type of nature-infused activity.
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Close your eyes
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What do you hear?
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What do you smell?
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How do you feel within yourself?
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What are you grateful for?
LAY ON GRASS
The Challenge
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Post a picture on social media of you with your friends doing something together offline while soaking in life together.
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Tag @sam.stokes.the.fire
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Add the hashtag#layongrass
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Tag 3 more friends
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Let the inspiration spread!
Interviews & Reviews
Word on the Street
We Write About Music
" 'Lay on Grass' is more than a seasonal anthem or a fleeting feel-good moment. Her forthcoming album is shaping up to be something special, not just cause of the catchiness, but because at the end it puts a smile on your face."
Minds Behind the Music
"These are big themes for a pop-rock offering, but Stokes pulls it off. “Lay On Grass” is a triumph, euphoric pop at its very best."
Sinusoidal Music
“Lay on Grass” embodies bright pop-rock sounds, with an overarching theme of self-discovery, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and choosing presence over pressure.
TeethSound
"The keyword 'Lay on Grass' operates as both an invitation and a philosophy. It represents choosing awareness over automation, presence over performance. The song does not lecture or dramatize its message. Instead, it trusts listeners to recognize their own longing for stillness within its atmosphere."
New Indie Radar (German)
"Der Refrain dieses frischen Indie Rock Titels erweist sich direkt als wahrer Ohrwurm und lässt uns auf geniale Weise eine sommerliche Nostalgie verspüren, die uns schon mal auf die bevorstehende warme Jahreszeit einstimmt."
Punk Head
Punk Head: Your music often feels playful without being naive. How do you protect innocence without pretending the world isn’t brutal?
Sam Stokes: Beautiful question and so important. My experience has shown me that we cannot ignore the pain within our own hearts and the pain in the world - but that pain is not the final destination. We move through it. We feel what we need to feel and ideally we return to love and joy. It's the most essential act of rebellion.