After over two decades of honing his craft and captivating audiences with his deeply emotive music, Peter Doran returns with his most powerful and reflective work to date, All the World is Running on a Mystic Code. This evocative new album blends elements of folk, alternative, and experimental soundscapes, showcasing Doran’s impeccable songwriting and boundless creativity.
All the World is Running on a Mystic Code, was recorded at Oldtown Recording Studio in County Westmeath, Ireland, with additional sessions in Kildare and Vienna. Doran produced all of the tracks, except for “Clockwork,” which was co-produced by Nicky Brennan. Mastered by Kim Rosen (Bonnie Raitt, Aimee Mann), this album marks a new pinnacle in Doran’s illustrious career.
A standout track, “Clockwork”, is a deeply personal reflection on Doran’s experience navigating a pivotal moment in his life—waiting for news on his wife’s prenatal ultrasound during the COVID-19 pandemic. With striking imagery, the song vividly captures the poignant, emotional journey through the streets of Mullingar, Doran’s hometown, and his exploration of both inner turmoil and outer landscapes. The song’s chorus—“you’re nervous at the other side of town, but our fortunes are changing”—speaks to the uncertainty and eventual transformation of his life.
The album also includes contributions from Doran’s frequent collaborators, including Picture This guitarist Nicky Brennan, drummer Fiachra Kinder, and cellist Gerard Toal, among others. The seamless blending of various musical voices creates a tapestry of sound that elevates, All the World is Running on a Mystic Code, into a work of both artistic brilliance and accessibility.
Peter Doran’s, All the World is Running on a Mystic Code, is an album of cosmic depth, meditative beauty, and stark contrasts. With a profound connection to nature and a deep understanding of human emotion, it is a reflection on life’s most meaningful moments—those of love, loss, hope, and the ever-present search for meaning in a world full of contradictions.
All the World is Running on a Mystic Code, is set to be one of the most significant releases of 2025.
Peter Doran is an Irish singer-songwriter, guitarist, and composer known for his emotionally charged music that spans genres including folk, alternative, and experimental. With a career that spans over two decades and six studio albums, Peter has earned a devoted following for his deeply introspective songwriting, evocative lyrics, and distinctive sound.
Peter Doran announce headline at Whelan’s Dublin
Friday, 19th September 2025
Tickets €17.50 including booking fees available Friday, April 18th at 10amfrom www.singularartists.ie