Recorded live at One-2One Bar in Austin, Texas, Julie Slim’s original song “Time flies” feels like a deep breath in the middle of a rushing world. Backed by a refined lineup, Dr. James Polk on keyboard, Shirley Johnson on accordion, Michael Stevens on bass, and James Anderson on violin, the performance leans into jazz that’s calm, ambient, and effortlessly cool.
Also Read: ‘Midnight At The Oasis’ by Sharon Marie Cline – Romance Under a Half Moon
The song circles around one simple truth: time flies. From “Sunrise to sunset / Summer to fall / River to ocean” to “Child to woman / Lover to mother,” the lyrics trace life’s quiet transitions. There’s no dramatic overstatement. Just observation. Growth. Movement. The repetition of “Time flies” works almost like a mantra, grounding the listener while everything else drifts forward.
What makes this live recording special is the atmosphere. You can almost feel the room, dim lights, glasses clinking softly, the audience locked in. Dr. James Polk’s keys provide a warm, fluid base, while the accordion adds a subtle European texture that elevates the mood. The violin glides gently over the arrangement, and the bass keeps everything steady and grounded. No one overplays. Everyone listens. It’s musical conversation at its finest.
Also Read: ‘I Don’t Smoke’ by Dallas Murrae: Pretending to Be Fine Never Sounded Like This
The emotional core lands hardest when Julie sings, “No time to stop. No time to breathe… Cause time flies.” Then later, the plea shifts: “Time stop. Let me listen. Let me learn.” That contrast, rushing forward versus wanting to pause, hits deep. It’s reflective without being heavy. This isn’t a flashy jazz performance. It’s intentional. Smooth. Thoughtful. The kind of track that makes you sit still for four minutes and just exist. Julie Slim and her band didn’t just perform a song that night in Austin. They created a moment, one that gently reminds us to notice life before it slips by.
Stream Below:
FOLLLOW ARTIST
