I recently had the pleasure of watching the soon to be released music video for "Staring Down, the new single by Collective Soul. I already loved the song, but the video made it even more special for me. The video simply put is a beautiful visual display of love.

Dean Roland informed us today that "Staring Down" is unique, in that it was written on a piano. Most songs are composed using a guitar. But this was not just any piano. this piano was given to Ed Roland by the incredible Elton John with one stipulation. Elton told Ed, "I'm giving you this as long as you write great songs on it."

The music video for "Staring Down" will release soon. It is a beautiful and touching compilation of love shown  through several generations. The key to understanding the video is a cherished heirloom ring passed down from father to son and beyond. One can't help but believe this song and video is a bit autobiographical. It seems most of Ed's songs are based on life experiences and his incredible heart.

After the passing of his father, Ed said, "That kind of wakes you up to go, Wow, this is the one life I have, as far as I know. So I want to be positive. I want everyone around me to be positive. I have my wife, my sons, and my good friends. I have a good life."

The song "All That I Know" is written about Ed's wife. It was his way of telling her she's the one and only one in his life. The song "Good Morning After All" was written about his Mom and the incredible strength she brought to the family after the loss of their Father.

While we wait for the "Staring Down" video to be released, enjoy this behind the scenes footage of the band discussing the song and the filming of the video on a helipad atop the W Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia.