If you’re looking for a comforting escape this weekend, All the World is Running on the Mystic Code by Peter Doran is the folk odyssey your soul’s been craving. From the very first track, the title song sets the tone: retro, enigmatic vocal samples usher us into a warm, reflective space where Doran’s soothing voice dances gently over delicate guitar work. When he sings, “All the world is running on a mystic code,” it feels like a breath of clarity in a chaotic world.
This album is storytelling at its finest. The next two tracks keep things grounded in tradition—acoustic instrumentation, lyrical craftsmanship, and a poetic sense of space and pacing. Doran weaves tales that feel timeless, intimate, and essential.
He spices up his folk roots with subtle surprises: soft rock undertones ripple beneath the surface, and on “Foodlights,” a ukulele sneaks in with playful charm. “Never Say Goodbye” stands out with its cinematic opening, mystical rhythms, and an emotional depth that’s hard to shake.
By the time we reach “Marguerite,” the final track, we’ve wandered gently through a soundscape of feeling. Doran leaves us with hope and healing—music for the heart, made to be savored. Press play!
