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Makes No Difference has been sitting around waiting to be finished for a few months.  I just got around to writing some typically cryptic lyrics that don't say much of any thing but feel insightful :).  Em kicks this one into high gear and the band hits a slow groove that features my guitar work.  Overall, a very nice bluesy track.  We hope you like this little ditty.  As always, thanks for having a listen.  If you like what you've heard, please hit that Like button and repost.  Cheers.

Makes No Difference  (Sterling)

The title, Just a Little Taste of Your Love, pretty much says it all.  A straight ahead rock song with all the basic Stonesy elements.  The vocals kick it into high gear!  Songs been sitting in the vault for a year or so and we finally got around to ditching my vox and let a real singer belt it.  We hope you like this little ditty.  If you do, please hit the Like button and let others know!!!  Cheers

Just a Little Taste (Sterling)

The great french director François Truffaut once said in an interview back in the 60s that making a film is very easy - all you need is gun and a girl. It always sounded like a song title to me, so here is a Dylan / Elvis Costello / Tarantino / folk jazz / murder ballad mashup inspired by his simple truism.

There’s a suitcase in a hotel on the wrong side of Chinatown
Where they don’t ask questions and they don’t take your name down
Situation compromised now the word’s getting out
So they hot-wired a Lexus and headed down south
It’s a leap of faith, don’t make me say the words out loud

He was a Gangster of Love, a dead-man walking
She was a red-head Thunderbird with a tendancy for talking back
The chick still whistling Dixie as the bullets hit the glass
She said I’m not your senorita boy, but you got a sweet smile, you can guess the rest
These days I keep my head down more or less
You can try making peace with the Man, but I don’t think he’ll understand

A gun and a girl, a gun and a girl
You wanna tell is like it is it’s the way of the world
A gun and a girl, a gun and a girl, bang-bang, bang-bang

A smile like Scaramucci in the back-seat of a limousine 
With the bloodstains on his Gucci, he can’t talk and he can’t speak
He’s staring out the window as his head starts to reel
He said it’s time to meet the Maker man this shit I do not need
Lord help me now it’s like these gods won’t let me be

Well you can try making peace with the Man, but I don’t think he’ll understand
We’re going down in a blaze of glory, that’s the way of the world
You wanna tell is like it is, all you need’s a gun and a girl

A gun and a girl, a gun and a girl
You wanna tell is like it is that’s just the way of the world
A gun and a girl, a gun and a girl, bang-bang, bang-bang

You’d better get out while you can, I got this place down in Mexico
This chance might be our last, my bullets getting low
So get your foot on the floor baby go-go-go
We’re going down in a blaze of glory, that’s the way of the world
You wanna tell it like it is, all you need’s a gun and a girl

A gun and a girl, a gun and a girl
You wanna tell is like it is it’s the way of the world
A gun and a girl, a gun and a girl, bang-bang, bang-bang

Lyrics, music, vocals, production and recording by A.George Sinclair

Gun and a Girl

Our Time In the Sun started life as a collaboration between Jackie Irving and myself and I will always be indebted to her for her efforts.  However, I never really liked the arrangement or the timing around the delivery of the vocals, so we've crafted new lyrics and a new melody line and re-recorded the instrumental track.  In this reimagining, we have kept the piano line that gave the song its' hook.  We hope you like this new adventure and ask that you hit the like button if you do. Thanks for having a listen.  Cheers 

Our Time In the Sun (Sterling, Irving)

Running Out of Time is another one of those songs that started life as my composition, was given new lyrics by Jackie Irving, and is now returned to the original lyrics in this re-thinking of this very sad, melancholy song.  It features me on piano, guitars and bass.  The song follows a pretty straightforward Verse, Chorus arrangement before floating away.  We hope you like this new, old version.  If you do, please let others know by hitting the Like Button.  We love reposts! Thanks for having a listen.  Cheers

Running Outta Time (Sterling, Irving)

Download the EP. https://peacocks-tale.bandcamp.com/album/another-side-of-the-freewheelin-bobbed-peacock-the-peacocks-sing-dylan

WRITTEN BY: BOB DYLAN
 It ain’t no use to sit and wonder why, babe
 If you don't know by now.
 An’ it ain’t no use to sit and wonder why, babe
 It don't matter anyhow.
 When your rooster crows at the break of dawn
 Look out your window and I’ll be gone
 You’re the reason I’m trav’lin’ on
 Don’t think twice, it’s all right
 
 It ain’t no use in turnin’ on your light, babe
 That light I never knowed
 An’ it ain’t no use in turnin’ on your light, babe
 I’m on the dark side of the road
 Still I wish there was somethin’ you would do or say
 To try and make me change my mind and stay
 We never did too much talkin’ anyway
 So don’t think twice, it’s all right
 
 It ain’t no use in callin’ out my name, gal
 Like you never did before
 It ain’t no use in callin’ out my name, gal
 I can’t hear you anymore
 I’m a-thinkin’ and a-wond’rin’ all the way down the road
 I once loved a woman, a child I’m told
 I give her my heart but she wanted my soul
 But don’t think twice, it’s all right
 
 I’m walkin’ down that long, lonesome road, babe
 Where I’m bound, I can’t tell
 But goodbye’s too good a word, gal
 So I’ll just say fare thee well
 I ain’t sayin’ you treated me unkind
 You could have done better but I don’t mind
 You just kinda wasted my precious time
 But don’t think twice, it’s all right
Copyright © 1963 by Warner Bros. Inc.; renewed 1991 by Special Rider Music

Reprising our Joan'n'Bob act ( see Diamonds and Rust Gareth-calway – Diamonds-and-rust) with a return fixture, Bob's trademark protest song against one of his early women. His second album but the first to feature a more or less complete sweep of his own songs, unlike the first which mainly showcased him as a performer of other people's. In other words, the real Dylan. Who was the discarded lover? Some internal evidence suggests this may even be pre-New York with its rustic setting of roosters and dark roads and sense of setting out and travelling' on in which case it might be a memory of some Mid Western affair rather than Suzi Rotolo but who knows. "You just kinda wasted my precious time" is pretty damning but mild compared to some of his later accusations and restless attacks on whoever was upsetting him at the time. We both bought this album about 8 years after it came out probably on the strength of Blowing in the Wind as one of those must have vinyl classic albums from one of the masters of folk rock and Americana and fellow architect of the 60s (with the Beatles) first heard as children but now understood as teenagers and were sent back to it recently by the brilliant film about Dylan's early years (up to 1966) 'A Complete Unknown' which ends with him roaring away from Pete Seeger type folk on a rocknroll motorbike. Around the time of Hendrix there was a rumour that Dylan couldn't really play guitar but made up for it with a unique dramatising voice and the poetry of the lyrics but one listen to the original will banish that thought: his guitar picking (honed by all those folk club performances) is astonishingly good and drives the song.. And contrary to most people's recall, this is not a solo track but has a band behind him playing drums, two bass guitars, piano and a second guitarist. Our version concentrates on the heart-yearning pretty tune. We have a female lead vocal, bass, percussion and add some vocal layers. On the liner notes Dylan protests that it isn't a (slow and easy going) love song. And so of course that's exactly the way we do it.

Don't Think Twice It's All Right (Dylan)

Let Me In is another one of those Stones-type rockers that come about very easily.  For too long, it suffered from my vocals and that has been thankfully corrected here.  We hope you like this little number.  If so, please hit the Like button.  Thanks for having a listen. Cheers

Let Me In (RC Sterling)

Let’s not mince words here. Trump is the embodiment of corruption, greed, and incompetence. He’s a man who has spent his entire life looking out for himself, exploiting others, and leaving chaos in his wake. As De Niro so eloquently put it: *“He’s a dog. He’s a pig. He’s a con. He’s a bullsh*t artist. He’s a mutt who doesn’t know what he’s talking about.”* This isn’t just about politics—it’s about morality. It’s about standing up to a man who has no respect for the rule of law, no respect for the truth, and no respect for the American people.  

Trump’s presidency was a disaster. He divided the country, emboldened hate, and failed to deliver on his promises. He’s a man who thrives on chaos, who lies with every breath, and who cares only about his own ego. As De Niro said: *“He’s a punk, he’s a dog, he’s a mutt. He doesn’t know what he’s talking about. He’s an idiot. He’s a fool.”* And yet, here we are, facing the possibility of him returning to power. We cannot let that happen. We cannot allow this man to continue to poison our democracy.  

This is not just about Trump—it’s about the people who enable him. The sycophants, the cowards, and the opportunists who stand by his side and allow his corruption to flourish. They are just as guilty as he is. As De Niro said: *“They’re all scum. They’re all mutts. They don’t know what they’re talking about.”* We need to hold them accountable. We need to stand up and fight back.  

The stakes are too high to sit on the sidelines. This is about the soul of our nation. It’s about protecting our democracy, our values, and our future. We cannot afford to let Trump and his enablers win. We must vote, we must organize, and we must make our voices heard. As De Niro said: *“We’re gonna fight back. We’re gonna fight back with everything we’ve got.”*  

So let’s do this. Let’s come together and defeat Trump once and for all. Let’s show the world that we are better than this. That we will not tolerate corruption, lies, and hate. That we will stand up for what’s right. As De Niro said: *“We’re gonna win. We’re gonna win because we have to.”*  

This is our moment. This is our fight. Let’s get to work.  

#DefeatTrump #VoteHimOut #NotMyPresident #DeNiroWasRigh

go go Gavin

A reworking of a song of mine from 2014.

NAIVE 
Words & Music by Stephen Randall

Am I a fool
For having a dream?
Believing in alchemy
Building my legacy
Ignoring reality
Living the fantasy
Succumbing to vanity 
Am I the biggest fool you know?

CHORUS
Oh naive
Why do you give yourself to me?
Oh naive
Are you the better man than me?
‘cos I'm still not giving in
Oh naive

Am I a fool
For playing the game?
For leading a strategy
Wrestling with gravity
Writing my destiny
Bleeding so easily
And screaming so peacefully
Am I the biggest fool you know?

CHORUS

Am I a fool
For staying the course?
Armed with audacity
Seeking validity
Teaching tenacity
Living so recklessly
Speaking too honestly
I must be the biggest fool you know

CHORUS

Naive

Didn’t wanna wake up, but they’re knocking on my door, 
Said I’ve been a little off, can’t fake it anymore.
 Clipboard questions, yeah, they’re staring at my face,
 “Are you safe with yourself?” — I don’t know what to say.

 Heartbeat’s racing, mind’s a wreck, 
Guess I failed my wellness check.
 I’m not fine, I just pretend, 
Tell the truth, it never ends.

 Write it down in black and red, 
“I’m alive, but half-way dead.”
 Smiling hurts, I break instead, 
Guess I failed my wellness check.
 Tell the truth, it never ends.

Check the box, I’m “doing fine,” 
Scratch it out a thousand times.
 Laugh it off, but it’s a lie, 
Can’t explain the reasons why.

Heartbeat’s racing, mind’s a wreck,
 Guess I failed my wellness check.
I’m not fine, I just pretend,
 Tell the truth, it never fuckin ends.

Say “I’m okay” just to get through,
 But the cracks keep showing through. 
One more form, one more disguise,
 I can’t keep up with the lies.

Walls are closing in, I’m just pacing in my head,
 Fill another box, but I leave the rest un-fuckin-checked.

Write it down in black and red, 
“I’m alive, but half-way dead.” 
Smiling hurts, I break instead,
 Guess I failed my wellness check. 
Tell the truth, it never ends.

Write it down in black and red, 
Burn the page and start again. 
Sing it loud, I’ll break instead,
 Guess I failed my wellness check.
Tell the truth, it never fucking ends.

Sing it loud, yeah, one more time,
I’m not okay but I’ll be fine.
Smiling hurts, I break instead,
Guess I failed my wellness check.

Write it down in black and red,
 Burn the page and start again.
 Sing it loud, I won’t forget,
 I survived the wellness check 
but my head still screams instead

ts song sucks mb pls dont bomb me

😁😁
for my buddys
be nice plis 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 🤬

dylan doodle 1😊😊😳

WHEN ITS A TRICKSHOT 🤣🤣🤣😂😂🤣🤣🤣😂😂😢
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dylan number 2

I'm a Brit in America.

I've released nine albums including Naive (2014), Above The Rain (2015), Heartlands (2016), The Freaks and the Brave (2017), Nashville When I Rise (2018), Retropolitan (2020), Oxygen (2021), Rock Paper Scissors (2023) and Hendon (2025).

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/stephen-randall/1279904922

I used to write songs for other artists and thought that getting covers was what it was all about. Whenever I heard the end results of what other artists, producers or A&R people would do with my songs, I mostly found it soul destroying, so I allowed myself to I get distracted developing technology - inventing the Stepp digital guitar and founding several startups in mobile and healthcare.  Then about twelve years ago I started writing again and this time I wrote for myself and rediscovered my passion. So here I am, a songwriter again. 

I record on a MacBook Pro using Logic Pro X, and play a Fender Jazzmaster (my current go-to), American Fender Tele, Taylor acoustic, Epiphone Sheraton II Pro, Fender Jazz Bass, Line 6 Variax JTV, Stepp DG1 (of course!), Nord Piano 5/MIDI keyboard, Gretsch Lap Steel and am learning pedal steel on a Sho-Bud Pro pedal steel guitar. 

The Soundcloud community has fostered my motivation for songwriting and music discovery. Thanks for listening - every comment, constructive or otherwise inspires me.

Cheers,

Stephen

There was once a renowned Italian Renaissance sculptor who was asked by a bishop viewing one of his pieces how he had known there was such a beautiful lion contained within that massive, misshapen piece of stone he'd been given ? The artist replied that he simply knocked off everything that didn't look like a lion... I love this metaphor, as I believe it says all you need to know about the learning curve of life. In order to acheive our creative and worldly ambitions we have no choice but to keep relentlessly banging away a little each day (“no, not like that, that’s not a lion…no, that’s not a lion either…) until at some point, by default of the thing you are making being a little closer to representing what it is you were trying to express than it was the day before, you actually might find yourself one day with something of real artistic merit in your hands. I think I have spent my life being so blown away by the art and music of others - all those damn beautiful lions out there - how could I not be tempted to spend a little time whilst on this mortal coil banging a few rocks together myself on the off-chance there might be some plausible lion of my own out there waiting to be revealed ?  I hope you like the songs, and thanks for passing by. A.George Sinclair

A marriage (and we are actually married, 45 years so far) of melody and rhythm. We do folk, indie, Americana, Norfolk noir, beat poems &  ghazals. Traditional tunes with contemporary beats. Music videos  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb8wV0-DNiFs1R5G2VSytBQ
Maz lead & harmony vocals, acoustic guitar. Gaz vocals, voice, bass, drums & percussion, harmonium, recorders, lyre harp, field recordings.

Songs for Social Change

Hello, and thank you for taking the time to listen.  
My name is Johnny, a lifelong musician and songwriter whose work is deeply rooted in the pursuit of justice, equality, and meaningful change. For as long as I can remember, music has been my voice, my weapon, and my sanctuary—a way to channel the frustrations, hopes, and dreams of a world in turmoil.  

My songs are a reflection of the turbulent times in which we live. They are anthems for the marginalized, the oppressed, and the forgotten—those who bear the weight of systemic inequality, poverty, and injustice. Through my music, I aim to amplify the voices of minorities, the poor, the sick, and the downtrodden, shining a light on the struggles they endure in a society that often turns a blind eye.  

At the heart of my work is a call to resist the oppressive grip of the billionaire class, whose unchecked power and greed have eroded the foundations of our democracy. My lyrics are a rallying cry, urging listeners to awaken to the realities of our world, to challenge the status quo, and to fight for a future where equity and justice are not just ideals, but realities.  

But my music is not just a critique of what is wrong—it is also a beacon of hope. I strive to inspire others to join the fight, to look in the mirror and confront the uncomfortable truths of our nation’s bloody history. Only by acknowledging the past can we begin to heal and move forward. My songs are a tribute to the dreamers and the activists who came before us, and a call to carry their torch into the future.  

Above all, I seek to honor the vision of John Lennon and countless others who dared to imagine a world of peace, love, and unity. Through my music, I hope to contribute to that vision.  

Thank you for listening, and thank you for being part of the movement for change. Together, we can create a world where justice, compassion, and humanity prevail.

Over a 40 year span, I have written a countless number of songs, alone or in collaboration with others.  Here, you will find the product of those efforts with many songs recently re-recorded.  Frequently, earlier versions live here as well. All songs were written by me (RC Sterling) unless otherwise noted.  While several singers contribute to what you hear, the most common element across the material is a commitment to crafting catchy pop/rock/alternative tunes. In some instances AI programs have been used to isolate older vocal tracks when the original audio files could not be found.  All tracks have been auto tuned and pitch corrected as needed. Unfortunately, nothing could help those demos that featured my lead vocals. 😁

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