One of Gretchen Peters' finest moments is undoubtedley the smash hit single that brought Martina McBride to the attention of the world; Independence Day. While it would be wrong to focus too much attention on the additional track that demonstrates the songwriter's own take on this landmark song, this re-issue of The Secret Of Life gives a feeling of completeness to the album.

Gretchen Peters has had her songs covered by countless pop, country, blues and folk artists, and her rare talent of writing demanding lyrics set to memorable melodies sets her apart from many of her somngwriting peers. The wide range of artists that have taken her songs include Faith Hill, Bonnie Raitt, Martina McBride, George Strait, Trisha Yearwood, Bryan Adams, Patty Loveless, Billy Ray Cyrus, and Neil Diamond.

Track Listing :

• Waiting For The Light To Turn Green
• Border Town
• I Ain't Ever Satisfied
• I Was Looking For You
• On A Bus To St. Cloud
• Over Africa
• This Uncivil War
• The Secret Of Life
• A Room With A View
• Circus Girl
• When You Are Old
• Independence Day [Bonus Track]

Find out more at Gretchen Peters' website