The Making of a Veteran is a powerful tribute to the journey of service, sacrifice, and resilience. Based on David Burnell’s own military history, this song captures the highs, the heartbreaks, the quiet strength, and the fierce commitment that shape a veteran’s life. From boot camp days to Cold War missions, from burying comrades to watching his son grow from afar, it’s a deeply personal anthem for anyone who’s worn the uniform or loved someone who has.

The Making of a Veteran (A Journey of Service, Sacrifice, and Strength)

“Cleared Hot: Bring the Steel Rain” is a high-impact anthem forged in fire and radio static. Inspired by the real-world grit of Joint Tactical Air Controllers, this track fuses cinematic rock with battlefield realism. It opens with a radio call that escalates into thunderous A-10 Warthog fire, then erupts into a heavy-hitting rock chorus celebrating the JTACs who guide steel from the sky to protect lives on the ground. This is their story—the men who speak to angels of death and bring salvation in the form of 30mm fire.

Cleared Hot (Bring the Steel Rain)

“Vistas and Valleys” is more than a song—it’s a true story of pain, purpose, and quiet strength. Inspired by a life-defining moment in David Burnell’s personal journey, this track recounts his 2008 climb of the Middle Teton—a grueling ascent made just weeks after suffering a gunshot wound that left his foot permanently numb. Each step carried the weight of both physical pain and emotional scars.

As stronger hikers surged ahead, David found himself among those who were left behind—young men who were slower, overlooked, or struggling with more than just the trail. What unfolded wasn’t just a hike, but a gathering of the rejected and the wounded. Together, they moved one foot in front of the other, not just climbing a mountain, but discovering the summit within themselves.

With acoustic grit and cinematic soul, Vistas and Valleys honors those who lead from behind, who know the value of waiting for the broken, and who understand that the summit isn’t the point—it’s the people you lift along the way. The song’s soaring chorus and grounded verses paint a vivid landscape of switchbacks, silence, and second chances—a reflection on what it means to endure, to guide, and to grow when the world tells you to quit.

For anyone who’s ever been dismissed or doubted—yet chose to rise—this song is your anthem. For those who bear burdens quietly, who serve without recognition, who find strength in every slow, intentional step—this is your soundtrack.


Vistas and Valleys (The Summit Beyond the Mountain)

“Overwatch” is a tribute to those who cover our blind spots—snipers, spotters, rooftop angels, or fallen teammates who still watch over us in spirit. It captures the fierce loyalty between warriors who know survival is never a solo act. With raw guitar riffs and intense lyrical storytelling, this track is for every battle buddy with your back, even in death.

Overwatch (Eyes on You Until the End)

He Stood Alone is a haunting and heroic tribute to Technical Sergeant John Chapman, the U.S. Air Force Combat Controller who was left for dead on Takur Ghar in 2002—yet rose, fought, and held the mountain until his last breath.

Crafted in the spirit of warrior-poetry, this song captures the frostbitten silence of Roberts Ridge, the weight of honor, and the echo of a man who stood not because he had to… but because someone had to.

This ballad is a call to remember those who give all—and expect nothing.


He Stood Alone (The Ballad of John Chapman)

Description: On March 4, 2002, a U.S. Air Force Combat Controller was believed to be killed in action during a brutal mountaintop battle in Afghanistan. But the truth—revealed by drone footage years later—was far more heroic, and far more haunting.

This is the spoken ballad of John Chapman, the Medal of Honor recipient who stood alone on Takur Ghar… and fought until his final breath.

A tribute in voice to a man who defined what it means to never quit.

Listen now at EchoValor.com and wherever you get your podcasts.

He Stood Alone - The Last Stand of Technical Sergeant John Chapman Podcast

“The Long Goodbye” is a cinematic, haunting tribute to the moments between duty and release — the last heartbeat between chaos and peace.
It fuses Industrial Psychedelic Lo-Fi Pop with Indie Bedroom Synth to tell the story of a soldier’s final moments on the battlefield.

The song opens with a cry for a medic — not just a call for help, but an echo of every soldier who’s ever faced the weight of war. It’s about the stillness that follows the noise, the quiet mercy of the river, and the peace found in the long goodbye.

Written and by DJ Oracle, this song draws deeply from his 30 years of service in the U.S. Army. It’s not just about death — it’s about brotherhood, memory, and the courage it takes to let go.

“I’ve buried friends in the earth, folded so neat.”
This line carries the soul of those we lost and the honor of those who remain.

For every soldier who stood their ground, every medic who answered the call, and every friend who didn’t make it home — this song is for you.

#DJOracle
#TheLongGoodbye

The Long Goodbye

New workout anthem for the ones that
wake up early, lift heavy, and chase better every single day.
Hustle like you broke even when you up 💸
That’s Veteran Control.

Add it to your GYM, GRIND, and MORNING ROUTINE playlist.
Let’s get it. 🔥

Veteran Control

DJ Oracle | Multi-Genre Music Producer, Songwriter & Festival DJ

If you hear it, I wrote it

My Focus:
Industry says: “Focus on one genre to build a fanbase.”
I say: “I’ll master them all.”

My writing isn't meant to be confined to one playlist category. Every moment is a mood, every lyric is a poem, and every song tells a story. I refuse to limit myself. Writing music across genres isn’t just a skill—it’s my passion. I have no desire to change who I am to meet industry expectations.

Genre = Mood
Lyrics = Poems
Music = Story

Where Am I Today?
I can write in any genre, any language, and on any topic. I have access to any instrument and can create with any vocal style—male or female. But at my core, I am a writer, not an entertainer.
I feel timid stepping in front of a microphone—exposing myself vocally is still a challenge. There are skills to master and fears to overcome before I record my own voice or perform live. But I am comfortable behind the DJ decks.

Where Am I Going?
As I navigate my place in the music industry, my goal is to split my music into three primary genres and sign with labels that align with each sound:

EDM – #SpinninRecords, #Monstercat, #UltraRecords
South Florida Country Pop – #BigMachineRecords, #CurbRecords
Everything Else – TBD

Next Steps for Me:
✔ Write daily and publish new music weekly
✔ Finish EDM albums: #IWantToDestroyYou and #AlicesSonicJourney
✔ Intern with an established DJ – @PhilHarrisMusic
✔ Start publishing behind-the-scenes content
✔ License a song or album to a record label or collaborate with an artist to expose my music and make money

I know social media is necessary, but it’s far outside my comfort zone. Sharing the creative process, the "sauce" behind the songs, feels vulnerable. But I also know that if I want my music to be heard, I need to open that door—even if it’s uncomfortable.

This is my journey. Let’s see where it leads.

#DJOracle #MusicWithoutLimits #MultiGenreProducer #Songwriter #FestivalDJ #EDM #CountryPop #MusicStorytelling

Cinematic spoken-word reflections on war, service, and the human cost of duty—told with raw honesty and reverence.

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