1 Reply by Peatle Jville

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mike.stringsmike_strings wrote:

hey Peatle, just listened to this and really enjoyed it. love the laid back feel of it, fits the whole summer vibe perfectly even if the actual weather wasn't cooperating haha. the strumming pattern keeps it moving along nicely too.

funny how weather can inspire songs right? i wrote something similar last year when we had a weird cold snap in june, ended up being one of my favorite things ive written. sometimes the contrast between what summer should be and what you actually get makes for better material than a perfect sunny day would.

cool that Easybeat inspired you to have a go at it too, that's what its all about. would be interested to hear his version as well if he ever posts it up.

Hi Mike, Thank you for your feedback. Easybeat does a better version than mine though so far he has only shared it with me. Ever since I was a kid I have written poems or my thoughts down most days. When it comes to songwriting, I do that less often as I struggle with doing that. It’s amazing how writing has helped me to navigate through life’s ups and downs, especially with everything changing around us all in the world. Mostly I do it as a way of sorting my head out basically it is my way of ranting to myself. Most of my writing is either questioning or celebrating what is happening around me or the impact of things in the bigger picture that come my way,  I’d love to read some of your songs or poems or hear your music when you feel ready to share them on here. At times, Chordie has a fantastic vibe when the many people come out of the woodwork and get around to putting their posts on here. Hope we see more of your thoughts and music soon!
Peatle

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2 Reply by Peatle Jville

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TIGLJK wrote:

Peatle,

This is a classic.   I hope you don't mind - but (as a surprise for you) I did this  smile
Congrats on a great peom Mr. Loremaster !
https://soundcloud.com/james-kenyon-997 … -intrusion

Wow thank you Jim that was brilliant I wasn't expecting that it made my day. Your added lyrics and music made it real cool now we have a Kenyon/Jville  collaboration. Your a gifted song writer .Maree is a Classical music fan she loved it also . Getting her to like other styles of musical other than Classical can be hard at times but your song hit the mark.     

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3 Reply by Peatle Jville

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Phill Williams wrote:

The poet Lauriet  of Chordie strikes again. After reading this I must admit I felt a little guilty as I can't embrace all forms of music. If rap comes on the radio I switch it off. I actually love some classic music, but the patrons are so stuck up they reject people that have natural talent and did not go to college.  I love it when I hear rock music play their hits with full classical orchestras. Case in point; Roger Hodgeson , of Supertramp. Yes, even Deep Purple!

Cheers Piri I tend to put people into musical categories in my head by their style of living which I know doesn't really apply in the modern world. It most probably dates back to the days of tribes like Mods and Rockers  and the thought that Classical music was stuffy.  Though I have my musical preferences I'm open to hearing differant genres but I mostly stick to Rock , Blues and Folk. I thank the Beatles for opening up my mind to differant music styles.     

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4 Topic by Peatle Jville

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I wrote this after a lady told me her son dresses like a punk rocker while he is only interested in listening to Classical music. Which got my mind thinking about people attitudes to different genres of music.
          Music Landscapes Intrusion Fusion 
One person's music trash is another's driving gas
Guitars scream out, a wailing, fiery plea,
Heavy Metal storm, wild and utterly free
Invading a land where diverse rhythms play
Country people singing at break of day
Warm vibes coming out of guitars strumming
Those who can't sing are humming
Chicken picking guitars played in the open or just, cluck clucking under shaded trees
Feeling free on wide open plains Rock and Roll bounces with glee
Under the mountains Jazz flows smooth like rivers wide
End of day lovers on the move
Swinging hands together watching a moonlit tide  
Buzzing air Strings Classical whispers in the flowing breeze
Religious people get on their knees
As sonnets floats by with effortless ease
Around the main metropolis busy streets Rap’s fierce words like lightning strike,
Echo truths that we all might hike
Each musical tribe dances to its beat
But can they all gather for a treat?
Will the jazz musos join rock's loud calls?
Or country twang break rapping walls?  
Will they clatter like jarring din
Or find the tune that draws them in?
 “Let’s make a mash-up!” someone cried
The open-minded take it in their stride
The narrow minded send a memo, "request denied"
For those who blend their styles beneath one moon
Their harmony hums a magical tune  
People from far and near put up a cheer 
As the different styles hit their ears
Every players note finding its own way   
In peace they play from dusk till dawn
Together strong—forever drawn!

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5 Reply by Peatle Jville

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This song by Jim for Graham is more than just a tribute; it’s a celebration of how music can bridge any gap! This song proves that great art can flourish anywhere, reminding us all of the power of creative expression. It's such a good reminder that music connects us all, regardless of where we are in the world! If you didn't know the background story you would have thought that they both came from Settle and regually go to same places. When there’s Rock and Rolling going on somewhere in the world its people like Jim and Graham making a good vibe.
BTW, its great that everyone on chordie is 20 years old at heart.     

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6 Reply by Peatle Jville

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Jim! You captured the essence of narcissistic love in your lyrics perfectly—superficial and toxic all at once."

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7 Reply by Peatle Jville

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Cheers thank you for all your comments. I think it's wise to scrutinize the statements from both sides in any conflict. Dictators often create chaos and pain that affects everyone involved, not just their citizens. As I said before I don't have an answer to resolve a complex problem. Power dynamics are complex. I think we should always ask ourselves when does strength become a force for good instead of just for world domination? Peace and goodwill to everyone.     

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8 Topic by Peatle Jville

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I hope this makes sense my take on war as something created mostly by the corrupt and powerful on both sides.
I don't have an answer this is just my overview while not taking any sides on anything going on.


The Illusion of Glory


When whispers linger, cold as steel, 
They preach of wars, a necessary deal. 
A dance of death, they call it fate, 
Yet in its hands, we find only hate. 

“Holy wars,” they chant with pride, 
But who is saved when innocents die? 
Behind high walls where the powerful play, 
The everyday soul has no say. 

A tale spun sweet like honeyed verse, 
While sorrow's shadow leads us to worse. 
With each life lost in this tragic state, 
Serving hate upon a tarnished plate. 

Can virtue rise from ashes and pain? 
Or is every victim just blood in vain? 
The narrative shaped by hands unseen— 
Innocent hearts cast in shades of green. 

So tell me again how war brings peace; 
When "necessary evil" serves but to fleece. 
With irony etched in each scar and tear, 
True evil thrives while we simply adhere. 

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9 Reply by Peatle Jville

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Mojo that is a brilliant song it captures the essence of many a vet who has been through war.     

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10 Reply by Peatle Jville

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Jim I like the way you used a mandolin on this song . Its a good song.     

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11 Topic by Peatle Jville

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Easybeat sent me a song he wrote the other day about this summer here in NZ which hasn't been that good this year. Storms and heavy rain and cold weather not a normal summer.
It inspired me to write a song about summer also. His song is better than my one but I thought I would put my song up anyway.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVaMWZNA-B0 

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12 Reply by Peatle Jville

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I support Chordie  YEAH
So happy to see Chordie still running as recently when I have looked in it wasn't available here in NZ.     

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13 Reply by Peatle Jville

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Cheers everyone, I wrote the poem after thinking about why do I and many others play an instrument or just  sing to ourselves. I am glad it made some sense to you  as I was wondering are my thoughts universal or just my own. Thank you for the feedback. I guess where ever people find a private space to make music it becomes their sanctuary and in that solitude  the notes that unwind aren't lonely melodies just golden sound searching for a home. Apparently Duke Ellington said the best music is written when the composer is waiting for something to happen.     

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14 Reply by Peatle Jville

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That is real cool Jim expressing your love through a song instead of spending on items that have a dollar measure but no soul. By putting in a special effort through a song that expresses your real feelings for your wife I think has more meaning.  Growing up I don't remember Valentines day being a part of my cultural upbringing. It wasn't until I got older that I became aware of it as far I can remember.  When I lived in the UK it seemed be a big deal and maybe here in New Zealand it  is something the younger ones celebrate nowadays. I didn't realize until I read your post that Valintine was a Christian Saint and the history of where it came from.     

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15 Topic by Peatle Jville

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Here is a poem I wrote for those who like to play music just to themselves.

         Empty Seats In The Grand Theatre Of Life
The thrill of talking, singing or playing  to thin air
No judgement made on the sounds that are yet to be shared
Without a soul to win or lose no applause
Just a person performing to an empty room
Sitting in a room guitar in hand
No need to hear someone else's sounds 
Just the noise in ones head
Playing to the void.
No need for polish for what some perceive as a perfect craft
The music arrives unvarnished and uncharmed
Its imperfections making it real
Embracing the emptiness that feels just right
There is a sweet solace to all the quirks of music unheard
In rooms of quiet radiance
Music flows

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16 Reply by Peatle Jville

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Cheers Piri,
When the military say someone was killed by friendly fire it always seems like a contradictory statement to me. The number of service people around the world who were exposed to things that would impact badly on their lives and health has never been fully acknowledged by many governments.

The game where their international body now awards Peace Prizes has always been a bit of a mystery to me.  Having said that I have been following the progress with after match reports mostly of a local football (soccer) team for the last few years that a friend of mine plays for. They have a proud record of losing nearly all their games. You could say I'm a fan of consistency. Football (soccer) is now the biggest team participation sport in New Zealand, according to Sport NZ’s Active NZ Participation Survey. Please don't let the rest of the world know as that could impact our image as a rugby playing nation. As my grandpa use to jokingly say, "every Kiwi baby boy is born with a rugby ball under his arm. "

Round Ball Heresy in a Kiwi  Rugby Den

In a rugby bar where the All Blacks reign
The screen flickers with strange, round refrains
A round ball that mocks tradition's proud form
Soccer’s plays from another hemisphere
A barroom congregations scrum looks on with puzzled eyes
As a round ball dances on TV beneath Kiwi skies. "Why’s it rolling so soft?" one grunts with begrudge, "Where’s the grunt? The clash? The front row nudge?" 
Yet cheers erupt for each curious goal
 Sacrilege scores in the rugby soul— A laugh rings out at the oddball game
Rugby supporters, never the same

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17 Reply by Peatle Jville

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Cheers Jim and Piri thank you for good comments. I will attach a short vid I made with a good friend of mine a vet who passed away last year talking a little bit about the aftereffects of war.

Jim, that is once again a fine piece of song writing thank you for sharing,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGMUcZTeOBk

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18 Topic by Peatle Jville

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The Silent Fields of Valour
In fields afar where poppies sway
Brave souls once marched through dust and grey
For honour’s call and country’s plea
They fought for peace, for you and me
But shadows fall on ledgers cold
Of stories told and lies retold
A voice that scorned the fallen pain
Disgraced the blood in endless rain.
The mothers weep beneath the moon
Their loss a bitter, hollow tune,
While heroes bear their wounds unseen
In silence kept where grass stays green.
No crown or throne can cleanse the shame
When valour’s flame is met with blame
Remember those who gave their all— Not shouting loud but standing tall. 

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19 Reply by Peatle Jville

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That song definitely rocks Jim. An interesting departure from the style of your other songs of your that i Have heard,     

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20 Reply by Peatle Jville

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Jim, the vocalist and band sound great on your good song. The lady didn't just sing the lyrics her voice comes with emotion that shows she is feeling your lyrics.     

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21 Reply by Peatle Jville

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Diolch Piri your a man with a true talent.

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22 Reply by Peatle Jville

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I am sure young Hazel loves her granddads poem.     

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23 Reply by Peatle Jville

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Piri that is a brilliant poem . The lines about chicks in nests resonates with me as young fledgling Tuis are appearing out of the trees around here. When my mind is going full throttle at night sleep sometimes eludes me.     

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24 Reply by Peatle Jville

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Thank you Jan , Jim and Piri, Chordie is truly a place where strings cross international skies.

 Strings Across The Skies
All our mahi woven in strings of songs
Jans beautiful voice and  ukulele strums from New Zealand shores
Gratitude in her lyrics as she sings
From the U.S. plains Jims pen brings to life
Stories that glide through the bright tapestry of life
Each verse a step towards wisdom seas
Where hope and laughter both reside
Even through human sadness
To light the night Piri's voice from Wales and clever instrumentals ascends
In music glow they find our light
Together they teach how life blends
Strings across the skies     

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25 Reply by Peatle Jville

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Cheers Jan and Piri
It is sad as we age that many who were known or even familiar to us are no longer with us. I'm sorry to hear Piri that your friend Christina has past away. At any age its always sad. Time is precious and it is important to make the most of it before we move on to the next chapter.     

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