Brian Peters

Episodes

1. 34

   Singing The Song

   Wrote this little singalong many years ago for a fellow Soundclouder who was feeling a bit low. My daughter was in her early teens when she took the lead vocals, and my son was pre-teen. I’m hugely indebted to the supremely talented Russ Sinfield for taking time out to mix and master this little...

   May 23, 2024

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   Promise Me

   A real joy to have Karin-Maria Brunner join me on this song. She has really done an amazing job with my basic track. My grateful thanks and deepest appreciation to you, Karin-Maria. (@user-53145152-479345033) https://soundcloud.com/karin-maria-brunner K-M: Epic pad, Vintage synthesiser strings,...

   Dec 21, 2023

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   My Grace Is Enough • Look A Little Higher

   I bought a 12-string for the first time in my life - had a little play around. I just love that ringing jangly sound. And repetitive mantric devotionals are great to listen to as well! My Grace Is Enough (Brian Peters) My grace is enough for you My grace is enough for you For all that you do And...

   Sep 9, 2023

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   Last Bullet To Fall (ft Johnny Minstrel)

   I wrote this last year after some tragic news events. While the gun control discussion goes on, I’m still hoping… A real pleasure to have Pravinand joining in…thanks mate, your harmonica really gives this a lift. @johnny-minstrel Last Bullet To Fall (Brian Peters) He had his workout, got into…

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   Jul 22, 2023

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   Cloudy Charlie (w Wayfarer DG)

   This is a delightful departure from my norm. I’ve always loved the Wayfarer cloud, and suggested a collaboration. DG sent me this powerful, haunting music, and the whole song lyric was written within a few hours of listening to it. This is the first time I’ve written something to another piece of...

   May 29, 2023

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   The Line (w Johnny Minstrel)

   This is what jamming with the great Johnny Minstrel sounds like. We always loved that light free airy sound. No added fx. Thanks Pravinand @johnny-minstrel JM: electric guitar, harmonica The Line (Brian Peters) I was looking out my window on the first day of Spring Thought I saw the Winter…

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   Mar 30, 2023

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   Talk To Me

   Thank you for listening over the last 10 years, for commenting, liking and reposting. Special thanks to those I’ve collaborated with, and those who’ve covered my songs. I’m so grateful to you all, and best wishes for 2023. Talk To Me (Brian Peters) Talk to me about trouble Talk to me about strife...

   Dec 10, 2022

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8. 27

   Little World

   This singalong was written during my young idealistic days, based on the amusing stories of Giovanni Guareschi. I thought I’d drag it out of the archives for a bit of fun! Little World (Brian Peters) The world of Don Camillo is a little place Sitting on the River Po Work enough for living, time...

   Nov 8, 2022

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   Middle of Life (w Johnson Ramm)

   For the joy of acoustic instruments. I wrote this when I turned 35 and moved to the UK. So grateful to have my good friend Johnson joining me - this really feels like a sweet acoustic jam, JR (@johnson-ramm) JR: added guitars and added vocals Me: vox, guitars, harmonica and other stuff Middle of...

   May 1, 2022

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10. 25

    In God's Name

    This is one of my very earliest songs from many decades ago. I decided to put it up here on Soundcloud. Matt Bowman: bass Nick Shutler: sax In God’s Name (Brian Peters) A village burns and leaves a scar on Mother Earth The scented flames ascend beyond the fallen ruins And helpless cries are…

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    Mar 26, 2022

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    The Prisoner

    This was written in South Africa in 1987, a few years before the release of Nelson Mandela - really digging into the archives here! It was one of a handful of songs co-written with Pravinand (@johnny-minstrel). I had the first verse and an inkling of a melody, and Pravinand finished it off. We…

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    Oct 15, 2021

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12. 23

    Man Of Promise

    With thanks to Femi Ashiru and the late Ian Joshua. You may also like Arkestar's remix - here is the link: https://soundcloud.com/ocean-of-tunes-presents/brian-peters-a-man-of-promise-arkestar-rmx-2021-copy Man of Promise (Brian Peters) He was a man of promise coming down Riding through the dusty...

    Aug 5, 2021

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13. 22

    Becoming

    Sometimes that's just the way they come to you. Becoming (Brian Peters) I am growing I am learning I am changing And becoming The world is growing The world is learning The world is changing And becoming God is growing God is learning God is changing And becoming

    Jun 16, 2021

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    Way Over Yonder (w Cindy Möbes)

    The Songbird asked me to play piano on this cover. It was really such a joy doing this. Thanks a million Cindy - I love it. Your voice soars! Thanks for listening, everyone...no studio wizardry used. Cindy: Vocals https://soundcloud.com/cindyeichardt Me: Piano...

    Apr 25, 2021

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    If Love...

    This song is about keeping our hearts soft despite difficult experiences. There are no fx added. Also listen to If Love [Arkestar RMX 2021] by Arkestar on #SoundCloud https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/NwyQP If Love... (Brian Peters) If love is the answer Don't leave me bitter I won't be a quitter...…

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    Feb 12, 2021

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    Night Room • Book Of Books

    I've written several songs on the theme of lost love. Some on this cloud are: 'Open Heart', 'The Space Between Us', and 'If Love...' Here are another couple of songs on that theme. Night Room (Brian Peters) Oh the night has a room for me Between the dream and the memory I was in the sun But I…

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    Oct 17, 2020

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    Ruah (ft The Celturian)

    Such a joy to have Martin Lucas (The Celturian) on this instrumental piece. He is a hugely gifted musician, and I'm honoured to have him on board. His contribution really enhances this simple composition. https://soundcloud.com/the-celturian...

    Sep 23, 2020

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    I Saw Jesus

    Faith and social issues can be contentious and polarising. But for me, both combined is a marriage made in heaven. As a young songwriter I wanted to explore that, and this was one of those attempts. It is based on the ‘I Am’ sayings, and I thank you for listening. Drawing: Qesheth (BP) Another...

    Sep 11, 2020

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    I've Grown Used To You

    The songs I've always loved writing are those that come easily, whether they are 'soul-baring' personal expressions or 'thought-constructed' forms. This came very quickly. Sketch: "Bereshit" (Brian Peters) I’VE GROWN USED TO YOU (Brian Peters) I’ve grown used to you What can I say I can’t seem to...

    Jul 22, 2020

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20. 15

    One Life

    I wrote this in my 20s in the Apartheid era as a tribute to the many people we lost. During this time our home and our church were invaded by the Special Branch while we were holding meetings. Our phone was tapped, and at work I received a scare call from the Wit Wolf that a bomb was placed in…

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    May 26, 2020

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    I'm Missing You

    I was out of town and missing my wife-to-be, so I wrote this. I'm Missing You (Brian Peters) In the midnight You're away How many candles do you light To make it day I feel it too I'm missing you I'm missing you In the sunrise Cold and grey How many promises you make As you pray I feel it too

    May 8, 2020

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    Wind In The Trees

    There was a short period when I stopped using the usual verse/chorus/bridge format, and tried a repetitive drone style instead. I was hoping it would be more transfixing, beguiling and entrancing. This is one of those attempts. Wind In The Trees (Brian Peters) I was on a ride on a sea of dreams...

    Apr 28, 2020

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    Circle of Light

    Took up my acoustic guitar after a long while to put this one together. Circle of Light (Brian Peters) She was covered all in glory She was woman, she was Eve He was waiting at the river for his bride She could weave a story That he wanted to believe They fell in love within the circle of light…

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    Apr 20, 2020

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    You're On My Mind

    I was unsure about adding more, so decided to keep this sparse and simple. You’re On My Mind (Brian Peters) You’re on my mind In the light of day Did I lose my way Is it hard to find You’re on my mind Did I hurt you then Was I wrong again Was I so unkind You’re on my mind - Did I take you for...

    Apr 22, 2019

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    Let It Rain (w Hilary Dirlam)

    Such a joy to have Hilary Dirlam on this track. She really is a superb multi-instrumentalist. So wonderful working with you, Hilary - my humble thanks for everything: https://soundcloud.com/hilary-dirlam Hilary: harmonies, banjo, swar mandal, kalimba, pan pipes Me: vox, guitar, ukelele, bass,...

    Sep 5, 2018

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    London Town (w Lonesome D String Band)

    Wrote this on visiting this city for the first time one cold winter with tales of Jack the Ripper in my head. I'm supremely delighted to have the Lonesome D String Band making his awesome contribution to it. Thank you, Dan Greenwood - such a joy working with you. I have the deepest respect for…

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    Jul 18, 2018

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    Bless This Heart

    This little song is about staying strong and true as we get older. I decided to keep it rough and bare. Bless This Heart (Brian Peters) I've been travelling a while Wearing out these miles Portioning my days In that circle of time I've been holding fast Unrolling the past And I'm doing fine Bless...

    Dec 4, 2017

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    The Space Between Us

    This is a low-key return to the Cloud. The most traumatic experience I've had to endure is the separation from my family. Despite the pain and hurt, I have tried to bear it with dignity, respect and good grace. I wrote many songs about it - two are still on my cloud: 'If Love...', and 'Open…

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    Mar 28, 2017

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    Birds Of Heaven (w Daniel Lockhart)

    I really love it when things come together quickly. Daniel contacted me two weeks ago, and suggested a collaboration. This song immediately came to me, and I sent him a recording a few days later. He then added his magical instrumentation and backing vocals. I am so grateful to him for his...

    Nov 28, 2014

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    Another Walks Beside (for Steve Killingbeck)

    ...wrote this 10 days ago after listening to some of Steve's songs...initially intended it as a kind of homage to the great songwriter, but the song took its own course. I contacted Steve (https://soundcloud.com/spanishlies) the next day to find he'd just returned from the hospital. So glad…

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    Aug 17, 2013

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    Death Row

    During Apartheid-era South Africa it was quite common for the regime to use the death penalty as a way of eliminating or scaring off opposition. That history has largely turned me against capital punishment. This is dedicated to those prisoners-of-conscience who made the ultimate sacrifice! vid...

    May 21, 2013

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    Open Heart (w Sunnidayz)

    I've been meaning to collaborate with Sandy for a while now. She has the warmest, most sincere and honest voice on SC. I'm so glad the time has finally arrived. We tried one or two things, but they weren't working out. I decided to write something specially for her, and this is the result.…

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    May 6, 2013

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    Road In The Desert (w Jordan Cannady)

    A real treat to have Jordan sing this song. He is an amazing interpreter, with a superb voice! Thank you, Jordan, for this honour. If you want to hear all the music I enjoy listening to, folks, please visit https://soundcloud.com/jordan-cannady Jordan Cannady: Lead Vocals, Guitar (r) Me: the rest...

    Mar 26, 2013

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    Wonders Will Never Cease

    vid link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3Tw7pYMhAQ Wonders Will Never Cease (Brian Peters) As long as I can make amends And turn an enemy into a friend As long as I in love defend the peace Wonders will never cease As long as I can take a stand And hold a fallen brother by the hand As long as I...

    Aug 31, 2012

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