Vortex

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You know, I really am quite a contented and happy guy with a very long term partner, Judy, who I love, two great kids and a labrador dog, but writing in a minor key seems to bring out the downer in me. Another song that grew out of mumbles accompanying some acoustic guitar phrasings. I promise to post a more upbeat song soon! Hope you enjoy. All feedback welcome. Warm regards, Peter.

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Lyrics

Vortex – Peter Bowen (2011)

I’m sitting here watching the rain fall
Thinking bout what I’ve lost
My life’s too much like a wind squall
I’m always counting the cost

Memories scud into view now
Your face is hard to define
We seemed in synch with the weather
Some days cloudy, next fine

Chorus
We needed sunshine in winter
A warm breeze at our backs
But driving rain lashed our shelter
We were stopped dead in our tracks
And there was no turning back

Our lives were punctured by lightning
Thunder came with a crash
Caught in a vortex of guilt, we
Didn’t survive the flash

Forward forecasts were frightening
Our sky was leaden with fear
It seems our lack of commitment
Tainted the atmosphere

Repeat Chorus

Song Stats

Hits: 3785
Comments: 91
Fans: 35
Plays: 137
Downloads: 64
Votes: 0
Uploaded: Jan 21, 2011 - 06:52:17 PM
Last Updated: Jan 21, 2011 - 06:52:17 PM Last Played: Jan 06, 2019 - 07:44:27 PM

Song License

Creative Commons License:
Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike

Song Actions

Hardware:

Maton CW-80D, Ibanez AS193, tambourine, Presonus Audiobox, AKG Perception mike, Macbook.

Software:

Garageband

Comments

jfisenne	jfisenne said 2947 days ago (January 21st, 2011)
	Nice guitar work and nice mellow song. I also like the harmonies. Nice job! Check out my latest song called Our American President

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2947 days ago (January 21st, 2011)
	Thanks Hey, thanks for being first to comment and giving some encouraging feedback. I appreciate you taking the time to have a listen. Warm regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

alackbass	alackbass said 2947 days ago (January 21st, 2011)
	Vortex I like minor keys. Great guitar accompaniment. Really nice chord changes. Lovely vocals. This has a 60 British folk vibe. Check out my latest song called Mean Miss Teacher

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2947 days ago (January 21st, 2011)
	Generous Hi Andrew. You are a very generous and supportive MJ member. I appreciate you taking the time to have a listen and comment positively. I tend to drift to minor keys when doodling... Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

michaeljayklein

michaeljayklein said 2947 days ago (January 21st, 2011)

I like how you mumble!
This, like several of your past presentations, has this simple and clear yet quietly intense feel to them; I like how you do that. Your phrasing is easy yet very effective at the right places on this--a fine song, well performed and the outstanding mix and track work compliments this very well. You do quality work and thanks for bringing this to us Peter. Take care now! Michael

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PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2947 days ago (January 21st, 2011)
	Detailed comments :-) Hey Michael, thanks for the detailed comments. I am really glad you like it. I always anxiously await your perceptive comments about my music, and again you have come through with generous support. Take care too. Warm regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

Calchas	Calchas said 2947 days ago (January 21st, 2011)
	"feedback"? Doesn't seem appropriate for an ACOUSTIC tune. OK, all kidding aside... I don't know why, but I love composing in minor keys; and I love this. What a sweet and mournful sound you're getting here Peter! Lovely lyrics as well. This is really good my friend. You done yourself proud. Be well! Check out my latest song called STARLIGHT

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2947 days ago (January 21st, 2011)
	A minor tune Thanks Michael. I appreciate your support of my minor tune (sic). Only the nice kind of feedback allowed :-) Warm regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 2947 days ago (January 21st, 2011)
	Here... ...let's see if we can restore that little boy for you! (Sorry about the mouth--that was rendered unrecognizable, but I gave you the best one I could conjure up with my limited abilities!) Check out my latest song called There Ain't Nobody Here but Us Chickens!

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2947 days ago (January 21st, 2011)
	The elixer of life... Hey MJK, you are a maestro of many disciplines. Thanks. The crinkled me is probably more how I feel at the moment given my age but you have given me the elixer of life. Take care. Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

magnatone	magnatone said 2947 days ago (January 21st, 2011)
	Vortex hi peter - this is terrific! i love composing in minor keys - they can be really compelling, and this is a good example of what i mean. very thoughtful, cool "mumbles". i'd call your guitar work in here a lot more than "some acoustic phrasings"! great work - thanks for posting this gem! Check out my latest song called Hallelujah (Leonard Cohen) and Variations

PeterB7858

PeterB7858 said 2947 days ago (January 21st, 2011)

Magnanimous
Hi Karen. As usual you are magnanimous with your comments and support (no pun intended :-)). My partner was a bit concerned (again) when I played her the song but accepted that the lyrics were suited to the minor key melody and came around in the end. Song writing throws up some interesting challenges. Take care. Warm regards, Peter.

Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

Symphony101	Symphony101 said 2947 days ago (January 22nd, 2011)
	There was a moment my wife reproached me for writing sad sounding songs all the time. I realized that everything I could come up with was in minor keys, I just couldn't help it, although I can't really complain either. As long as it sounds good, what the heck ... And yours sounds awesome, great listen ! Check out my latest song called Standing On The Brink (w/ Mosaica)

PeterB7858

PeterB7858 said 2947 days ago (January 22nd, 2011)

Song writing conundrums...
Hi Yves. Yes, it is an interesting situation to be in. I am still not sure my partner really understands that most songwriting is fiction (as it is in this case). It is like writing an essay -you go with what works. Thanks for listening to my song, and your positive reaction. Your recent work with Charles is fantastic. Warm regards, Peter.

Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

neilh79	neilh79 said 2947 days ago (January 22nd, 2011)
	Vortex Lovely tune. Soulful and full of meaning. Cant beat the minor keys, think we all like them well done Check out my latest song called Resurrection of Life Final Mix! (w/ Loob, Rok41, Symphony101, Gadzooks)

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2947 days ago (January 22nd, 2011)
	Major minor Hey Neil, thanks for dropping by and taking the time to have a listen. The minor keys are causing me a major problem :-) Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

blaky smith	blaky smith said 2947 days ago (January 22nd, 2011)
	Enjoyed I like this piece Peter, lovely vocals and very good guitar playing. A pleasure to listen... Marc Check out my latest song called Un jour de décembre

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2946 days ago (January 22nd, 2011)
	Glad you liked it Hi Marc, Glad you liked it. Thanks for having a listen. I enjoyed your latest too. Regards, Peter Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

sammydix	sammydix said 2947 days ago (January 22nd, 2011)
	Relaxing I really like your lyrics, man. Boosted the song to an even higher level. Check out my latest song called Mr. Tarver Revisited/Gra3ham

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2946 days ago (January 22nd, 2011)
	Stormy weather Hi Sammy, thanks for dropping by and having a listen. Yeah, the weather theme just appeared out of the mist :-) Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

sammydix	sammydix said 2946 days ago (January 23rd, 2011)
	Yeah, the weather theme just appeared out of the mist HA! Check out my latest song called Mr. Tarver Revisited/Gra3ham

Mosaica	Mosaica said 2946 days ago (January 22nd, 2011)
	We sure need sunshine in winter and finding good songs on MJ give us some of this! - great guitar sound and I love the vocal harmonies. Check out my latest song called Repercussion

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2946 days ago (January 22nd, 2011)
	Warmth Hi Mosaica, glad I could add a little warmth to your winter. Thanks for dropping by. Regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

mrattue

mrattue said 2945 days ago (January 23rd, 2011)

Picking Envy
i really love the guitar work here. Envious as hell. Sounds a little reminiscent of Wishbone Ash, with the clean, brilliant combinations. The way the guitars intermingle so closely together is really good, i think. Mostly i pan mine away from each other to sound OK, to get it so natural and tight is really impressive. i'll have to listen a few more times and see if i can rip it off and impress people!

Lovely song, to boot.

Marc

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PeterB7858

PeterB7858 said 2945 days ago (January 23rd, 2011)

Guitar tones
Hi Marc, I have found that my new equipment (AKG mike, Presonus Audiobox) has really made a difference to the recorded sound I can get out of my acoustics. The Maton has a Fishman Acoustic Matrix pickup and I record both it and the AKG (set about 2 feet away) at the same time and just pan then slightly to give the acoustic a spacious feel. I searched around a bit for the Ibanez tone I wanted and found that a slightly tweaked GB preset (Cool Jazz Combo) seemed to blend nicely. Thanks for dropping by for a listen. I really liked your vocals on The Grail. Regards, Peter.

Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

jibes	jibes said 2945 days ago (January 23rd, 2011)
	Vortex Say that's one nasty looking Vortex in that pic! One great song you did here. Minor key's fine! I know they sometimes bum you out but I like em' cuz' there something different. Good job! Check out my latest song called JESSICA

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2945 days ago (January 24th, 2011)
	Minor keys rule Hi Neal, thanks for having a listen and commenting favourably. Minor keys rule. Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

Bob Rodgers	Bob Rodgers said 2945 days ago (January 24th, 2011)
	Another lovely song Peter with lovely warm vocals and harmonies. I like the lyrics, great writing and your acoustic guitar sounds nice mixed with the clean guitar lead, great tone and playing. Very much enjoyed and thanks for the download. Bob Check out my latest song called The Lonely Man

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2944 days ago (January 24th, 2011)
	Thanks Bob Hi Bob. Thanks for your positive comments to this song. I am happy with the guitar tones in this one and feel I am getting a bit better at some of the technical issues. Appreciate your support. Regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

Loob

Loob said 2945 days ago (January 24th, 2011)

I really like this Pete!
Your guitar playing reminds me of Wishbone Ash, and your style has a James Taylor feel to it. These are some heavy hitters in my book! You are getting better with your harmonies man! I am soooo glad to see you pushing yourself on that, because you have a real talent. You are ALMOST there. Not quite yet. What I am hearing is a common problem for harmony singers, and that would be the follow through. It seems like you get 90% of the harmony scale right, and then at or near the very end of what you sing it goes off just a tad. So you gotta practice the endings of your harmony. How you finish your scale. If you keep pushing yourself you'll have this. It's already dynamite.

As for the "downer" thing, don't sweat that. Music is medicine. If you allow yourself to write downers when you feel like it, it'll help your own mood to not be down. The music will help you to avoid so much of that. Just allow yourself to write what you feel like writing. We always do, but try not to second guess yourself on this mood thing. If that's what you are feeling, then allow it to flow. That's part of letting the music sooth your soul. I like this piece a lot, and you have real talent here. Just a little polishing on the harmonies and you'll have it. I think I can make suggestions if you want to hear them.

Me likes very much!

BTW: Best of luck with your upcoming knee surgery!

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PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2944 days ago (January 24th, 2011)
	Harmony tips Hi Freddie. Thanks for the detailed feedback. Harmony singing does not come naturally to me as you know, so I am more than open to any tips to improve in this area. I am glad you thought the song was OK. Talk soon. Warm regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

grahame1956	grahame1956 said 2944 days ago (January 24th, 2011)
	Beautiful guitar I think I could listen to the guitar part for ever - I really got sucked into the vortex!! Very happy to stay there too. Check out my latest song called Glastonbury Rain

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2944 days ago (January 24th, 2011)
	Guitars Hi Grahame. How are things in sunny York :-) Thanks so much for dropping by and having a listen. I appreciate your comments re the guitars. Warm regards, Peter Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

ziti	ziti said 2944 days ago (January 24th, 2011)
	wow, man! you have a beautiful touch!....very nice vibe set up right from the gitgo. The vocals sit really nicely with the guitar sound. I enjoyed this a lot! best z Check out my latest song called The Viconian Cyclist

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2944 days ago (January 24th, 2011)
	Words from the master... Hi Fran. Any praise from you re my guitar work is very much appreciated. Thanks for taking the time to have a listen. Your music gets a run on my mp3 player very regularly. Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

KCsGROOVE	KCsGROOVE said 2944 days ago (January 24th, 2011)
	nothing wrong with songs in minor :-) I guess most of my songs are in minor, hehe Lovely playing! And fine vocals! KC Check out my latest song called YOU DON'T KNOW

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2944 days ago (January 24th, 2011)
	Just a minor tune :-) Hey Cees, thanks for the kind words. Keep knocking out those smooth tunes. Warm regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

FEEL	FEEL said 2944 days ago (January 24th, 2011)
	Nice accoustics mixed well... fine progression. The vocals sound good. Loved the melody... Reminds me a little of Vertical Horizon and CSNY. Enjoyed. Check out my latest song called A Second Life with Scott Carmicheal

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2944 days ago (January 24th, 2011)
	Thanks Hi John. Thanks for the compliments. I've never heard of Vertical Horizon. I will chase them up. Any CSNY comparison is purely by fluke :-) but very welcome. Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

RAVENS	RAVENS said 2944 days ago (January 24th, 2011)
	Terrific How could this get you down? It's beautiful. Ya know, we can still be very happy & still write a sad song. Just shows how talented you are, because this was convincing. Great stuff! RAVEN ;-) Check out my latest song called Tattooed Scars (w/ Sigmund, Scofugate, Rok41)

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PeterB7858 said 2944 days ago (January 25th, 2011)

Happy person/sad song
Hi Dani. I really enjoy your work :-) Yes, I agree re the happy person/sad song comment. I am actually pretty contented with life at the moment. Writing (most of the time) is fiction for me. I guess I am extremely lucky. Thanks for taking the time to have a listen to my song. I appreciate your comments. Warm regards, Peter.

Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

hackneybloke

hackneybloke said 2944 days ago (January 25th, 2011)

vortex
really pro-sounding intro....and here come your vocals. wow what a great track. lovely folk vibe...great guitar work...love that subtle tambourine coming in from time to time. love the vocal harmonies panned out to the side. the 'we' at the end of 'caught in a vortex of guilt' line sounded a bit isolated, but i'm nit-picking - this is a really cool creation.

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PeterB7858 said 2944 days ago (January 25th, 2011)

Hanging "we"
Hi Julian, I wanted to thank you for your feedback re this song. I actually re-wrote the second verse completely the afternoon I recorded it so the hanging "we" was a casualty of the re-write. Thanks again for your support of my music. As I have said before, you set the benchmark for this style of music. Warm regards, Peter.

Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

Hickling_Stan	Hickling_Stan said 2944 days ago (January 25th, 2011)
	Enjoyed Like many here it's the clarity of the guitars, the harmonies and the little bits of tambourine. I know exactly what you mean about minor chords....might be an interesting challenge to write a positive upbeat song in a minor key!! Cheers Mark Check out my latest song called It's Only Love that matters

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2943 days ago (January 25th, 2011)
	Happy minor song Hi Mark. Thanks for the kind words. I feel I am getting a better handle on the technical aspects of home recording and I got a tambourine for Xmas so I had to throw some in :-) I do have several minor key guitar phrasings that will probably end up as songs so I will look to make one a "happy" tune. Warm regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

lengold	lengold said 2943 days ago (January 25th, 2011)
	Just lovely. Cheers Len Check out my latest song called Decent Girl

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2943 days ago (January 25th, 2011)
	Appreciative Thanks Len. I appreciate you taking the time to have a listen to my music. Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

TERRAPLANE	TERRAPLANE said 2941 days ago (January 27th, 2011)
	nice recording All the levels & panning in the mix are perfect... great harmonies! sweet lead guitar.. thanks ,,T Check out my latest song called Little Drummer Boy

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2941 days ago (January 27th, 2011)
	Just starting to get a handle... Hi Terry. Thanks for the encouraging comments re the mix. I feel I am just starting to get a bit of a handle on this aspect of recording. Thanks for dropping by. Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

Six-Nail-Coffin	Six-Nail-Coffin said 2941 days ago (January 27th, 2011)
	poingnant. Bittersweet and beautiful. Check out my latest song called Krampus Carol

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2941 days ago (January 27th, 2011)
	Glad you liked it... Hi Adam. Glad you liked it. Thanks for taking the time to have a listen to this song and posting a positive comment. Regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

ShadowofNine	ShadowofNine said 2941 days ago (January 28th, 2011)
	I’m always counting the cost I hear ya, I must stop counting altho sometimes the cost is high, fine piece..strong lyrics... Check out my latest song called Alone

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2940 days ago (January 28th, 2011)
	Stormy weather Hi Shadowman, thanks for dropping by. The stormy weather theme just kind of developed from the first line (which mumbled out of an acoustic guitar phrase). Glad you liked it. Regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

that80sboy	that80sboy said 2941 days ago (January 28th, 2011)
	very nice! very warm and heartfelt track....sounds a bit like r.e.m in my ears....i like the harmonies especially! Check out my latest song called stargazer

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2940 days ago (January 28th, 2011)
	The beauty of music Hi Mark. Thanks for the kind words. Our music styles are very different. But that is the beauty of music. Funny how I didn't like 80's pop in the 80's but I like your work. Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

lholden	lholden said 2939 days ago (January 29th, 2011)
	Vortex Oh, wow. The guitars are so beautifully clear here! Your voice is beautiful too. I really loved listening to this... thanks. Check out my latest song called If Only We Could

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2939 days ago (January 29th, 2011)
	Glad you liked it Hi Laura. Thanks for taking the time to drop by and have a listen to this song. I appreciate your feedback. Glad you liked it. Warm regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

Gaylen75	Gaylen75 said 2939 days ago (January 29th, 2011)
	fantastic lyrics. Great song. Check out my latest song called Dont Go Now

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2939 days ago (January 30th, 2011)
	Weather words :-) Hi Gaylen. Thanks for dropping by. Glad you like my "stormy weather" theme lyrics. Regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

woofer3	woofer3 said 2938 days ago (January 30th, 2011)
	Vortex A relaxing and well written song. Great performance as well both playingwise and vocalwise. A fave. Check out my latest song called Drunken bakers [08-01]

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2938 days ago (January 30th, 2011)
	Kind words Hi John. Thanks for the kind words. I appreciate your positive comments. Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

Carrie71	Carrie71 said 2938 days ago (January 30th, 2011)
	Vortex Beautiful lyrics. I think we can all relate to this feeling at some point. Great job in putting feeling into the guitars, they ooze feeling. Love it! Check out my latest song called Pretty Baby Bang Bang w/ProtoTypeEightyOne/Gaylen75

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2938 days ago (January 30th, 2011)
	Feeling... Hi Carrie. Thanks for taking some time to have a listen to this song. I'm glad you liked the lyrics and the guitar work. Take care. Kind regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

Outtaorbit	Outtaorbit said 2938 days ago (January 30th, 2011)
	Oh keep this up... i'm digging it Check out my latest song called My Last Great Depression

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2938 days ago (January 30th, 2011)
	I'll try! Hi Patrick. Glad you enjoyed this outing. Kind of removed from your funk groove but that is what makes music and MJ great. Thanks for dropping by. Warm regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

ted23	ted23 said 2938 days ago (January 31st, 2011)
	Gorgeous Guitars Peter. Acoustic picking with the electric emotional lead is delicious and delicate. Vocals fit really well to! Check out my latest song called Living Dead Love Song in Z minor (HALLOWEEN 2012)

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2935 days ago (February 2nd, 2011)
	Finding the right combination Hi Ted. It did take a while to find the right combination of guitar tones but I was happy with the outcome. Thanks for having a listen. Warm regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

Reggie_Pole	Reggie_Pole said 2937 days ago (January 31st, 2011)
	Vortex A sad post-mortem on a failed relationship. Well captured. I like the harmony vocals. A 60s vibe fer sure. I get the CSNY comparison. But just a few seconds here and there. Your vocal delivery is honest, forthright. Guitar parts sound great. You've produced a memorable piece of work here. Check out my latest song called UnerSpizm

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2935 days ago (February 2nd, 2011)
	Thanks for the detailed comments Hi Reggie. Glad you like the song. Your description of my vocals as honest and forthright pleases me. That is what I try to do, sing directly to the audience. Thanks for the detailed comments. Take care, Peter Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

paul f. page	paul f. page said 2934 days ago (February 3rd, 2011)
	Do 't worry about... ...a minor key or downer lyrics. Some of the world's best must is in a minor mode..The painful lyrics of this song call out for your sad guitar. I very much like how simple your arrangement is. Just straight-forward and without need for anything except your voice and the solo guitarq ( which you play beautifully, by the way) Check out my latest song called Caprice

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PeterB7858 said 2933 days ago (February 4th, 2011)

A few early girlfriends...
Hi Paul. Thanks for the kind words. The lyrics are full of pain but luckily I haven't had to deal with such emotional turmoil for many years. A few early girlfriends perhaps... The whole song developed from an acoustic guitar phrase and a mumbled first sentence that I thought matched the mood of the Minor key. I am glad you liked the simple arrangement. Take care, Peter.

Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

BirdmanWayne94	BirdmanWayne94 said 2932 days ago (February 5th, 2011)
	Damn, how did... ... I miss this? I love the simplicity of such songs. Beautiful acoustic pickin' and some nice, smooth electric soloing. I really like this! Check out my latest song called Groove #7 (SoloMe-o Challenge)

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2932 days ago (February 5th, 2011)
	Simple arrangement Hi Yeman. Thanks for dropping by. And thanks for the kind words. Yes, the simple arrangement seemed to suit the tone of the song. I am glad you liked the electric/acoustic combination. Warm regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

papag	papag said 2932 days ago (February 5th, 2011)
	Longing The song has a desperate tone indeed but the production and storyline pull it together. Thanks for the dl :) Check out my latest song called Nowhere to Feel Safe

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2932 days ago (February 5th, 2011)
	dl :-) Hey Papag, thanks for finding the time to have a listen to this song. I appreciate your comments. Glad you dl'ed. Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

ste	ste said 2932 days ago (February 5th, 2011)
	bit of stones in that guitar. very solid song. enjoyed the vocal a lot. great job Check out my latest song called songbreak

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2932 days ago (February 6th, 2011)
	Happy Hi ste. Thanks for dropping by. Happy with the Stones comparison on the guitar work :-) Glad you enjoyed it. Warm regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

jiguma	jiguma said 2931 days ago (February 6th, 2011)
	All good Pete I'm hearing English folk (Pentangle et al) as well as Simon and Garfunkel, but with a modern take. Very nice playing and you do the great lyrics real justice with your vocal. I love hearing Oz accents in songs here ;) "Vortex" seems pretty appropriate at the moment. Cheers, Neil Check out my latest song called We End Up Being All The Same (42)

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2931 days ago (February 6th, 2011)
	Spiralling out of control Hey Neil. Thanks for dropping by. Yes, the title does have some currency. Appreciate your comments. And I really like your latest. Fantastic. Oz rules :-) Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

tokai	tokai said 2928 days ago (February 10th, 2011)
	The minor in the vortex Peaceful song, put together very well and sung beautifully. Check out my latest song called sleeper

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2927 days ago (February 10th, 2011)
	Minor vortex Hi Steve. Thanks for the kind words. Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

Corporal Beef	Corporal Beef said 2927 days ago (February 10th, 2011)
	Great Job I, too, am very happy in life, but for some reason I enjoy writing melancholy or even depressing songs. Don't suppress that side of you if it feels right at the moment. This is a great song with meaningful lyrics. That's awesome. Thanks for posting. Check out my latest song called (SRC 2013) SECCHI A CME0054

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2926 days ago (February 11th, 2011)
	It's all a matter of balance Hi Jason. Yes, I agree. All I have to do is balance them out occasionally so that my partner, Judy, doesn't think I have a deep subliminal unhappiness :-) Thanks for dropping by. Regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

fasteddie	fasteddie said 2924 days ago (February 13th, 2011)
	Hey man I always play minor keys. major keys are just too happy. Seriously, this is great! I'm sorry I'm so late to the party. Love the guitar work! Excellent song and much enjoyed. Check out my latest song called On Borrowed Time

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2923 days ago (February 14th, 2011)
	MJ brings that home... Hi Michael. Our most recent musical postings are poles apart but the wonder that is music means that the spectrum is absolutely wide open for all styles. MJ brings that home like no other. Thanks for the kind words. Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

Char	Char said 2920 days ago (February 17th, 2011)
	You are like Simon and Garfunkel all by yourself. This is a beautiful song. Thanks. Check out my latest song called Bound, v2. w Music by Dirigent

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2920 days ago (February 18th, 2011)
	My earlier days... Hi Char, thanks for the kind words. I did sing a lot of Simon & Garfunkel in my earlier days so something must have rubbed off. Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

pablatone	pablatone said 2919 days ago (February 18th, 2011)
	diggin deep pretty song, even as a melancholy tune. Well played. Check out my latest song called Nathan Browne

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2912 days ago (February 25th, 2011)
	Melancholy Hi Paul. Thanks for dropping by. Melancholy is right! Appreciate your feedback. Take care, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

BlueAttitude	BlueAttitude said 2913 days ago (February 25th, 2011)
	minor keys ,,, Yes, there is something about them. I love working in minor keys myself. Good songwriting here, I enjoyed the lyrics and vocal. Guitar is sweet too, right in the pocket :) Check out my latest song called Fool for You /featuring Chris Spruit

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2912 days ago (February 25th, 2011)
	Sweet Thanks for checking out one of my previous songs BA. And thanks for the kind words re the sweet guitar. You do some very tasty stuff yourself. Regards, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

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