Travelers' Code is as colourful as the man himself. Darryl was once recognized as the World's top blackjack player and is an avid peace activist. Darryl's peace march took him across the U.S. in 9 months and on to Russia f... more »or a historic walk across the Russian heartland which culminated in the first-ever, outdoor stadium rock concert in the former Soviet Union which featured Bonnie Raitt, Santana, James Taylor and Darryl's band, Collective Vision. Travelers' Code becomes part of you, the baritone voice and smoothly proficient finger-style guitar gently shines through on every track. Mr Schwinn is a perfect example of this, simply crafted with the sadness of an unfulfilled love. Child of Hearts is a traveling song, which packs a heavy emotional punch. " The past came knocking at my door - with the winnings of a card game long ago - there gift wrapped in pink dress and bow - stood the four-year-old child I thought I'd never know " CHORUS she said " you're not the papa of my prayers - you're not the king of hearts across the sea - you are big and scary and almost never home - you're just not the father I thought you would be " Lucy Kaplansky joins Darryl for Ring on My Hand, a vocal marriage with a really nice waltz feel. Will it last? Statistically no, but musically the dance is eternal. The Last Great Kiss of the 20th Century. A great idea for a song with an ending that will restore your faith in humanity. True As The River will cleanse your spirit and Annieland will rock you. Smoke & Mirrors is an inspired instrumental, well constructed where guitar and violin play off each other beautifully. For The Story " I live my whole life for the Story - did it all for a song - took my chances, didn't worry - about eventual outcomes - and I let some people down along the way - like a dreamer sometimes does " The Stars All Live at Sunny's House and The Circle shine with the ancient art of story telling and Travelers' Code is the light at the end of the tunnel. What makes this album so special is the fusion between songwriter/ storyteller and finger guitar style. It is one of the strongest albums I've heard for a long time. Travelers' Code is Darryl's third CD. « less
Travelers' Code is as colourful as the man himself. Darryl was once recognized as the World's top blackjack player and is an avid peace activist. Darryl's peace march took him across the U.S. in 9 months and on to Russia for a historic walk across the Russian heartland which culminated in the first-ever, outdoor stadium rock concert in the former Soviet Union which featured Bonnie Raitt, Santana, James Taylor and Darryl's band, Collective Vision. Travelers' Code becomes part of you, the baritone voice and smoothly proficient finger-style guitar gently shines through on every track. Mr Schwinn is a perfect example of this, simply crafted with the sadness of an unfulfilled love. Child of Hearts is a traveling song, which packs a heavy emotional punch. " The past came knocking at my door - with the winnings of a card game long ago - there gift wrapped in pink dress and bow - stood the four-year-old child I thought I'd never know " CHORUS she said " you're not the papa of my prayers - you're not the king of hearts across the sea - you are big and scary and almost never home - you're just not the father I thought you would be " Lucy Kaplansky joins Darryl for Ring on My Hand, a vocal marriage with a really nice waltz feel. Will it last? Statistically no, but musically the dance is eternal. The Last Great Kiss of the 20th Century. A great idea for a song with an ending that will restore your faith in humanity. True As The River will cleanse your spirit and Annieland will rock you. Smoke & Mirrors is an inspired instrumental, well constructed where guitar and violin play off each other beautifully. For The Story " I live my whole life for the Story - did it all for a song - took my chances, didn't worry - about eventual outcomes - and I let some people down along the way - like a dreamer sometimes does " The Stars All Live at Sunny's House and The Circle shine with the ancient art of story telling and Travelers' Code is the light at the end of the tunnel. What makes this album so special is the fusion between songwriter/ storyteller and finger guitar style. It is one of the strongest albums I've heard for a long time. Travelers' Code is Darryl's third CD.
CD Reviews
Prince who? "Last Great Kiss" for song of 1999
12/21/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Darryl Purpose has jumped from any label in the folk world and moved into the realm of "legend". He takes the acoustic guitar places that it didn't even know it could go. Even better is the lyrical material. "Last Great Kiss of the 20th Century" should be in every CD Player when that ball drops on NY. If "Mr. Schwinn" doesnt make you cry every time you hear it then you're not human. If you can't see him live then this is the next best thing! Don't miss these 11 songs from an absolutely fantastic storyteller."
Best Darryl Purpose yet!
10/24/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I found out about Darryl Purpose on MP3.com, and I was genuinely surprised: here is a great artist, so why doesn't everyone know about him? I first found him because I was looking for singers and songwriters along the lines of James Taylor. And, in fact, there's an obvious similarity in some parts of "Right Side of Zero". But, Darryl Purpose has a sound, and a set of themes, all his own. And, after his third album (that I know of) he hasn't gotten stale or repetitious -- in fact he's better than ever."
Very honest and emotional beautifully sung prose
09/12/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Having all of Darryl's CDs in my collection, I am enthusiastically giving this new one rave reviews! I love his style of guitar picking which is very prevalent in Smoke & Mirrors. But most of all it's Darryl's honest storytelling style of singing that really reaches out to folks. Child of Hearts sounds so hopeful when he sings "but please mr. stranger don't give up on me." Ring On My Hand is now my favorite wedding song. I get a tear in my eye when I listen to it. The Last Great Kiss of the 20th Century is witty and light. Travelers' Code (Follow the Light) is a lovely folk song with nice harmonies and gives you a good feeling when you hear it. The entire CD is full of emotions. Just listen to it once and a person will want to hear Darryl's earlier works too."
Traveler's code touches my heart
09/14/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I don't know where to start, I have so many things to say, that my mind is drawing a blank. My favorites are Child of Hearts, the updated Last Great Kiss, Travelers' Code, and True as the River, although I still don't understand that last one fully. Darryl's songs make me think and help me feel human. I eagerly await his next concert in our area!"
This album is full of clever lyrics and great melodies.
09/13/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Traveler's Code is a wonderful follow up to Darrly Purpose's previous CD, "Less than Zero." Darrly's strong and expressive singing voice provides the perfect complement to his excellent guitar-playing and wonderfully crafted original songs. Offerings range from movingly sentimental, in "Ring on my Hand" to rocking and humorous, in "Last Great Kiss." The songs are intelligent, melodious and original - it's a great CD!!"
Track Listings (11) - Disc #1