Written, performed, and produced by
Brian Kenneth Swain
July 10, 2023

The Swain Collection

In The Shadow

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Simple, absolute, and unchangeable in the brilliant darkness of a hidden silence.

I'm actually just a mechanical engineer with too much free time on my hands so I started writing music.  I hope you enjoy what I write because all my songs have a story behind them.

Alternative indie rock from the land of snow


I am drawn to folk, blues, soft rock, and country music, new and old. I love songs that tell a story, especially the Irish, English, and Scottish ballads of long ago because their stories are often timeless, and most everyone at any time can relate to. 
 
I also am a pastel painter and find being able to express universal emotions through my art, as well as writing lyrics and putting them to music that I can sing and play on my guitar or ukelele so rewarding and comforting.

Memories of people, places, and events throughout my life influence the songs I write.





“What makes a song is the singer, while what makes a singer is their dedication to music and their inner feelings.”   Dimash Qudaibergen

I have enjoyed music for as long as I can remember and cannot remember a day of not either singing or listening to music. I am self-taught when it comes to playing guitar but what I most enjoy is singing which I have been doing since around age 18. Now retired singing and playing the guitar is now just a hobby and something I do to help pass the time. Have always  loved the sound of a Martin guitar. Currently been playing a Road Series DR S2 for about 6 years. Thanks for listening. I also enjoy discovering the sounds of other talented musicians and singers here on SoundCloud.

Brian Kenneth Swain is an author and musician living in New Braunfels, Texas. He has written eleven books and has written and recorded more than 75 songs.