A soul-stirring tribute to enduring friendship, "To an Old Friend of Mine" blends poetic storytelling with warm acoustic textures and timeless emotion. The signature lyrical style invites listeners into a personal yet universal journey of memory, gratitude, and connection.

With melodic echoes of classic folk rock, americana infuence and a modern digital edge, this track speaks to anyone who’s ever looked back with love and forward with hope. Whether you're reminiscing or rediscovering, this song is a gentle reminder that some bonds never fade.

This track is perfect for fans of heartfelt songwriting, nostalgic soundscapes, and lyrical depth.

It features instruments: acoustic guitar, subtle harmonies, ambient textures

Ideal playlist placement: “Americana” “Songs That Speak,” and “Folk rock”

Also available at Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/track/5Gn72leN7EVaU9IKGxgM2i?si=77f057d1ca354d34

and YouTube at:

https://youtu.be/mIJCDCTTJ0I

This is the fourth track off There to here (Part 3)

"Rivers flow by” is a reflective journey through time, memory, and resilience—told through the gentle pull of water and the rhythm of change. With lyrics that echo like ripples on a quiet stream, Phil Bowen blends soulful storytelling with natural imagery to explore how life moves forward, even when we’re standing still.

Music and lyrics: Phil Bowen

Vocals, guitars and keyboards: Phil Bowen

This is the third track off there to here part 3.

Also available at: https://open.spotify.com/album/4bCeWV15fP67s3OlfuRJ6n

and at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8w_MxASykc

Music and Lyrics: Phil Bowen

Mixed and produced: Phil Bowen

Vocals, Keyboards and Guitars: Phil Bowen

Lyrics:

Verse 1

An old man sits on the sidewalk

With glazed stare looks right ahead

He asks for a dime and says it’s such a long time

Since he laid his body on a feather bed

He says he’s one thousand miles from Texas

One thousand miles away

Verse 2

The old man points to his sunken eyes

And looks up to the cloudless sky

He said “there’s so much in life a body can give

I gave them so much time now they just walk by”

He said he’s one thousand miles from Texas

With snow falling in his mind

Middle 8

He says “dreams never break your heart

And dreams never let you down

Every time I close my eyes

I let my mind float away”

“Dreams never break your heart

And dreams never lie to me

Every time I close my eyes

I let my mind float away again.”

Verse 3

So I raised out a hand and lifted him up

I asked him his name and where he was from

He said “son I’ve heard your voice before”

I looked closer in his eyes. He did likewise

He said “once I was strong but now I don’t have long

I think you may be my long lost son.”

This is the second track off the trilogy album set “There to here (pt3)” called “Roll away the clouds”. It would be appreciated if you could listen to the track, and if you like, please comment and repost

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/2cm73t1Dyj1B3KYwT0cckU?si=99ae7d29ac774757

Youtube: https://youtu.be/z3xllDlNGdA

Music and Lyrics: Phil Bowen

Vocals, guitars and keyboards: Phil Bowen

Mixed and produced: Phil Bowen

Lyrics:

Verse 1

When the summer comes to rest

I feel so fulfilled, I feel so blessed

I’ve a new pair of shoes and a coat for a king

I’ve a house I call home and a wedding ring

Verse 2

All those blues just float away

This is gonna be another great day

I can see to the future with positive thought

From deep in the soul I thank brotherly support

Middle 8

Who can take away our dreams

We work so hard like soulless machines

Roll away the clouds let the sunshine in

Roll away the clouds hear birds sing

I’m just like any other

Somewhere we have someone.

(Last time)

We’re all like a daughter and son

Verse 3

Years can come and years may go

Seasons change from sun to snow

I wouldn’t change a thing. That wouldn’t be me

At last I’ve found stability.

This is the first track off the trilogy album set “There to here (pt3)” called “On a countdown”.

Your support and feedback are really appreciated. It would be most welcome if you could listen to the track, and if you like, please comment and repost. As in previous messages, Soundcloud blocks me when I try placing “thank you” or similar messages in the tracks. To avoid being blocked again, and in anticipation of you listening to the track and providing feedback, please accept my appreciation and gratitude.

Youtube: https://youtu.be/BOFGAxrHLIA

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/6eBc91IrIPLEHIaxoP8DI1?si=bdf7595bd67b46da

Music: Phil Bowen

Keyboards, guitars and vocals: Phil Bowen

Lyrics: Phil Bowen

Verse 1

Through my eyes now I can see it all

Through my life I see each rise and fall

Morning sunrise to the sun going down

Time to move on before I drown

Verse 2

There’s only one life but you can choose the road

The city is fading about to implode

Look to the future and follow your head

And layout a path with an invisible thread

Middle 8

Through my eyes

And through my mind

All those memories

They’re so hard to leave behind

Verse 3

Brother life keeps pulling; it’s in my heart

It’s time to move on and say goodbye

I leave a part of me with you as I depart

We’ll always have a family tie

Verse 4

Through my eyes now I can see it all

Through my life I see each rise and fall

The waters are rising around this town

Seems to me we’re on a countdown

Outro

The waters are rising around this town

Seems to me we’re on a countdown

The waters are rising around this town

Seems to me we’re on a countdown

This is the last track off There to here part 2.

Composed by Phil Bowen

All instruments: Phil Bowen

https://open.spotify.com/track/5PxEUBxFZMFVvzIv7irPRK?si=1e8c45ab70af4091

Another stroll in the park is another track off album number 2 in the trilogy "There to here".

Words and music: Phil Bowen

Guitars, keyboards and vocals: Phil Bowen

Mixed and produced: Phil Bowen

Lyrics:

Verse 1

Another stroll in the park today

I need a little time to get away

Working so hard from morning to night

Those days that passed, they fade away

Verse 2

I thank Roger Williams for the acres of space

I feel that I am one of the human race

I have a place to call my own

I have a place I call home

And than my brother for his warm embrace

Middle 8

One moment I have nothing but hope

Thinking each day, I have to jump a rope

No more listening to those who moralise

I see my world with new eyes

Verse 3

Another stroll in the park today

I look up to the sky and watch clouds float by

Birds, they sing as they spread their wings

A mother calls when her children cry.

This is another track of the 2nd album in the trilogy of "There to here".

Music: Phil Bowen

Keyboards and Guitars: Phil Bowen

This is the sixth track off the album “There to here (Part 2)” called “For Betsey Williams”. It would be most appreciated if you could give it a listen and if you like, please comment and repost. As always, your support is very much appreciated.

Music and lyrics: Phil Bowen

Guitars: Phil Bowen

Keyboards: Phil Bowen

Vocals: Phil Bowen

Lyrics

Verse 1

Red maple leaves reflect the sunlight

As the sun shines down, it seems so bright

I raise myself up and collect all my thoughts

Union station is such a good sight, hey

Verse 2

Betsey Willams holds out her hand

As I step off the train onto this new land

Well brother, it’s good to be here

I hear your whisper in my inner year

Chorus

I’ve finally feet on the ground; I’m here now

Finally, feet on the ground

Well brother, I’m looking for you, well you said

You’d be waiting for the train to pull in

Middle 8

I can see your hand wave to me

As you stand by an old oak tree

Hey brother, it’s been so long

So many years have come and gone

This is the fifth track called “Still waters” and is off the album "There to here (Part 2)".

2. Also available at Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/track/4dWHxBi4RwDXdgU0ldXWIQ?si=35c1e0b6e41c43e4

Music and Lyrics: Phil Bowen

Vocals: Phil Bowen

Keyboards, guitars: Phil Bowen

Lyrics:

Verse 1

Still waters can run so deep

That can hide a mountain of dreams

Still waters can drown our sleep

No matter who we are it seems

Verse 2

Morning rays shine above the horizon

As I wake up to another new day

All in all, I feel that now I’m someone

As I watch each cloud float by

Chorus

I’m walking down the rail tracks Providence bound

I wake up to the morning sunrise

Rolling down the rail tracks Providence bound

Built on seven hills under open skies

Verse 3

One more soul in the north eastern state

I can pour out my heart and shed some weight

One new chapter. It’s one new start

Well life corresponds to abstract art

Middle 8

A few more minutes ‘till the train pulls in

I think once more where I have been

A few more minutes, my heads in spin

It’s time to stand up and begin

A new page in life.

Outro

Still waters, still waters

Still waters can run so deep (repeat and fade).