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Sanctuary — Single · 2025

Sanctuary

A quiet gospel-like ballad about the places and the people you return to when the noise gets too loud.

The Story

We all face turbulent times in our life and, like Odysseus tied to the mast, there are times when we need to navigate through danger and find a peaceful haven or atoll.

The song starts with "Quarter decks lurching, in the teeth of the storm", and then comments on finding a refuge: "We all need… a sanctuary, like I need you."

There are great female gospel-sounding backing vocals from my great pal Jen. This song and its story is loved by lovers of soul, lovers of country, and even rock-bluesmen who want a quiet, evocative moment of inner peace.

"We all need… a sanctuary, like I need you."

Bob

In The Studio

Behind The Recording

A quiet, gospel-leaning ballad carried by great female gospel-sounding backing vocals from Bob's great pal Jen.

Producer
  • Co-produced by Groove Dr B
Musicians
  • Bob — Vocals, Guitar
  • Jen — Gospel Backing Vocals
  • Hammond
  • Bass
Equipment
  • Acoustic guitar
  • Hammond organ + Leslie
  • Studio condenser vocal mic
Interesting Facts
  • The opening line — "Quarter decks lurching, in the teeth of the storm" — sets the whole song at sea.
  • The lyric leans on Odysseus tied to the mast as its central image.
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