Donald Rhys Hubert Peers, born on July 10, 1908, in Ammanford, Carmarthenshire, Wales, was a singer known for his contributions to traditional pop music. Peers began his career in show business at the age of nineteen, making his debut with the concert party "Tons of Fun" at the New Theatre in Lowestoft. His breakthrough moment came with his first BBC Radio broadcast on December 17, 1927, where he performed "In a Shady Nook by a Babbling Brook", which became his signature song. Peers continued to tour with various concert parties and revues, gaining popularity through radio broadcasts and variety stage performances. In 1933, he secured a recording contract with His Master's Voice and later moved to Eclipse Records. During World War II, Peers served in the Royal Army Service Corps and entertained troops with his performances. Post-war, he achieved significant success with hits such as "Powder Your Face With Sunshine" and "I Can't Begin To Tell You". In 1949, he performed a two-hour one-man show at the Royal Albert Hall. Peers' popularity extended to Australia, where he toured from 1954 to 1956. Notable compilations include In A Shady Nook (1995), and The Best of Donald Peers (2007). Peers passed away on August 9, 1973.
