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Fools & Angels
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I am starting to put a new song together but, in the light of the failed “Voice” referendum in Australia recently, I thought it would be timely to post this Macjams GSB collaboration from 2015 again.

The recent referendum, sought to recognise the first peoples of Australia, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, in the constitution, but sadly failed after the whole process was overly politicised and made out to be more complicated than it was.

The “Great South Band" :-) brought the song to life.

Jiguma played bass, keys and helped tweak my Logic Drummer track, added some backing vocals and helped with the initial mix/master.

Philip 18 played lots of guitars and did backing vocals. Indeed, I think Philip provided me with about 10 different guitar tracks to try and mix in. He was always of the opinion that a song couldn’t have too many guitars :-)

I wrote the words and music, sang lead and backing vocals, played acoustic guitar, generated the Logic Drummer track and did the final mix/master. I also re-mastered it for this outing.

See what you think. Kind regards, Peter.

PS. This song was actually played on country radio a few times in Australia :-)
Released: 14-Nov-2023
Category: Rock
Application: Logic Pro
File type: mp3
File size: 9.0 Mb
Plays: 24
Downloads: 1
Weekly plays: 1
Weekly downloads: 1
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Lyrics
Fools and Angels - Peter Bowen (March 2015)
ACF D C D [Dm7] [Em7]
EF D E D [Dm7] [Em7]
[Dm7] [Em7]
Soaring like an eagle; Qantas up to Broome
Great Sandy Desert far below; waiting to consume
Muted pastel, red and brown; Terra firma theme
From 30,00 feet above; A Namatjira dream
Chorus1
[Gm] But down there on the [Dm] bedrock
[C] It’s as hot as [Dm] hell
[Gm] A land where fools and [Bb] angels dare not [A7] dwell
ACF D C D [Dm7] [Em7]
EF D E D [Dm7] [Em7]
[Dm7] [Em7]
Dusty, serpent waterways; Remnants of an inland sea
Eerie bloodwoods gnarled in pain; pray for rain and clemency
But out there in the distance; stands a man alone
Martu on a walkabout; this land is his home
Chorus 2
[Gm] Down there on the [Dm] bedrock
[C] It’s as hot as [Dm] hell
An [Gm] ancient land, his [Bb] people know so [A7] well
Lead over a verse
Chorus1
[Gm] Down there on the [Dm] bedrock
[C] It’s as hot as [Dm] hell
[Gm] A land where fools and [Bb] angels dare not [A7] dwell
[Dm7] [Em7]
Connection with the land; Nomadic harmony
Terra Nullus scam; White Man tyranny
Sacred spirit stand; Rainbow Serpent plea
“Lifestyle” reprimand; Remote community
Will they ever understand? Dreamtime eulogy
Connection with the land
Connection with the la...nd
[C][Dm]
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artist
Very good song.Pete are you Nelsons Brother,standup bass player?
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11 months ago
There a journeyman’s appeal here… folks who know how to play sing and perform… it just has the thumbprint of folks who’ve logged in a number of stage miles… very good
11 months ago
artist
I have to admit that I totally forgot about playing and singing on this one Pete. It has a Goanna Band vibe about it, which to me is a very good thing indeed. Great lyrics - pure Oz, but without overdoing it. Those were the days! Excellent song. N
artist
Thanks, Morgan. No relation. I'm hale from DownUnder :-) And, I appreciate your kind words, Scott. We have all played in bands over the journey - just never together in the same room :-) And I'll take a Goanna Band vibe any day, too, Neil. Thanks. It was fun to put together, for sure. Take care, all.
Latest song: Fools & Angels
11 months ago
Really well written and performed song. Yes all the guitars are cool. So it the vocal
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11 months ago
artist
This is a great song… And I like the Australian spin with it.
11 months ago
Great track! Now I want 10,000 didgeridoos.
11 months ago
artist
Highly skilled musicianship!
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11 months ago
artist
Love this!! And who doesn't love a song that kicks it with a Didgeridoo! Very well done, a very enjoyable listen!
11 months ago
artist
Awesome collab gents Such a good song music, words & vocals
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11 months ago
artist
Thanks to all for dropping in on this older song. I do hope to have a new (ish) one to post in a week or so. Regards, Peter.
Latest song: Fools & Angels
11 months ago
artist
Very chill and sweet sound I get with this one. Almost like something Eric Clapton might have done in his later years.
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11 months ago
artist
Awesome song!!
11 months ago
artist
Of course, this song deserves to be played on the radio!
11 months ago
artist
top notch !
11 months ago
artist
I really dig this tune. This is first class work. Kind of like Dire Straits but with much better singing.
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11 months ago
artist
Too cool this... Great song. Great message (for those who have ears to hear). Bravo! 👍👍👍
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11 months ago
artist
That main acoustic just jumps at you. Love that pearl-shined tone. This is one fine collaboration.
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11 months ago
artist
This is excellent. And has a meaning... rare. Great stuff, great playing and vocals. Bravo to everyone involved.
9 months ago
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