The Songs of Psalms set to music for Praise & Worship

Psalm 56_ Prayer for Relief from Tormentors

Psalm 34_ The Happiness of Those Who Trust in God

Psalm 95_ A Call to Worship and Obedience

Psalm 25_ A Plea for Deliverance & Forgiveness

Psalms. Beat by Kushadelic

One day I was poring through a vintage children's classroom songbook and I came upon "Pipe of Peace," described as a Chippewa (Obijwe) ceremonial peace song. I took the lyrics and adapted it to my own music, inspired by the guitar riffs of The Kinks and The Smithereens, and we played it in my then-band, The Rover Boys. In 2024 I decided to write a collection of songs reflecting on Americana themes not usually presented in the mainstream, and I revived "Pipe of Peace." I added a bridge to include an Obijwe reading of The Lord's Prayer, and the last verse is a selection of Psalms that harmonized with the plea for peace and an end to war and strife. This is not about smoke but about intention, heart, and seeing the sacred surrounding us.

Personnel: 
Johnny J. Blair - bass, guitars, keyboards, production, & vocals
Robert M. Powell - pedal steel guitar
Prairie Prince - drums & percussion

Pipe Of Peace (Noosinaan) - A Chippewa/Obijwe Song

At The In-Dept Study of the Bible, we have witnessed how the Book of Psalms transforms hearts, strengthens weary souls, and teaches believers how to communicate honestly with God. When we created our Psalms Bible study guide, our mission was simple: help people experience the emotional depth, spiritual beauty, and practical comfort that Psalms provides. Whether someone is new to Scripture or already dedicated to daily devotion, this guide helps them find clarity, healing, and confidence in their walk with God.

Discovering Deep Renewal Through Our Psalms Bible Study Guide for Modern Believers

Psalm 96, and Ecclesiastes 5: The LORD Cometh to Judge The Earth

Bible Rap - Psalm 57 - Beat prod by Mercy$

Amahubo  - Songs of the Journey - Part 5 - David Kobedi - (Sunday 16 November 2025)

Just an amateur trying to make music for God and His people.
God bless you all.

Christ Church Midrand serves the city of Midrand and the greater Gauteng area of South Africa. Our aim is to be seen as a Redeemed Family of Servant's on a mission and, through the faithful teaching of the Gospel expounded from the pages of the bible, we hope to change lives for good.

“Johnny is a virtuoso…” –Brian Wilson
“A delightful entertainer…” earcandy.com
“Pop music with a conscience…” Goldmine magazine
“The Harry Houdini of rock’n’roll” Spotlight magazine

Entertainer, songwriter, and “Singer at Large” Johnny J. Blair is known for his brand of “pop music with a twist,” influenced by Americana, British Invasion rock, old school soul/r’n’b, psychedelia, and punk/new wave, with melodicism breathed by classical, gospel, jazz, and world music. 

As a solo acoustic act or when fronting a band, Johnny engages an audience. He was called “a white James Brown” by Brown’s legendary drummer, Clyde Stubblefield. Johnny’s current itinerary includes performing in assisted living homes for people with disabilities and dementia: “Music goes through the brain into places where math and language don’t reach. It heals, and it makes a difference.”

Since the 80s, Johnny has issued full-length recordings to a global audience— from the “new wave concept album” DOOR IN THE WATER, to the soulful masterwork FIRE, to the bare-knuckled acoustic “agitpop” of TREADMARKS, to the “Ziggy Stardust meets PET SOUNDS” of GRATEFUL to the glam-tango tinged masterwork I LIKE THE STREET (with musical support from The Badlees, Eric Biondo/Beyondo, and Mike Garson, David Bowie’s pianist).

Johnny has worked with a range of acts—most prominently with Davy Jones of The Monkees (“I learned valuable stagecraft from David”). Johnny played and worked with Jones for 20 years, and he was the touring bassist/vocalist with The Monkees 45th Anniversary Tour of the UK and USA. Other artists Johnny has played with are John Bechdel (Ministry), David Cassidy, Buddy & Julie Miller, and Al Stewart (“Year of the Cat”). 

For 2019, Johnny on the beat with fresh material and a new album in the works, WE’RE GETTING CLOSER TO THE SUN. He says, “I’ve played the Royal Albert Hall, CBGB’s, Disney, The Fillmore, Las Vegas, Mabuhay Gardens, the Tokyo Billboard, holy temples in India, desert islands, Caribbean cruise ships, churches, prisons, garages, biker bars, and picnics, but I’ll really hit it big when I play for you!”

Scripture and Prophecy is a podcast dedicated to end times prophecy, weekly Bible studies, commentary, and Christian devotionals. The goal of the podcast is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, teach sound biblical doctrine, and call the Church back to righteousness and holiness. The return of our Lord is always nigh, and we need to be ready and watching for His return. While we await Him, let us be busy about our Father’s business by sharing the Gospel and growing the Kingdom of God.

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