The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville, Tennessee is opening a special spotlight exhibit entitled John Prine: It Took Me Years To Get These Souvenirs. Beginning on Friday, November 15 and running through May 2014, fans of John Prine can view memorabilia and mementos detailing all aspects of John's over 40-year career. There are several guitars and Grammy Awards on display, as well as past show posters, audio reels and even several sets of original handwritten lyrics. Read the enter list of items on display here.
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Friday, November 01, 2013
John Prine November Concerts
November is upon us, and John Prine is preparing to perform two concerts in the American Midwest. Limited tickets are available for the performances, with full ticketing links below. Please refer to John's official tour page for full concert details concerning these shows and all others scheduled into 2014.
Friday, November 15 - Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, MI
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Saturday, November 16 - Victoria Theatre in Dayton, OH
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Friday, November 15 - Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, MI
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Saturday, November 16 - Victoria Theatre in Dayton, OH
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Wednesday, October 02, 2013
John Prine October Concerts
This month John Prine will perform a pair of concerts in both Florida and Tennessee. Be sure to check his official tour page for full performance details on these shows, as well as others announced for the remainder of the year.
Friday, October 18- Magnolia Fest in Live Oak, FL
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Sunday, October 20 - Saenger Theatre in Pensacola, FL
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Friday, October 25 - Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN
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Saturday, October 26 - Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN
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Friday, October 18- Magnolia Fest in Live Oak, FL
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Sunday, October 20 - Saenger Theatre in Pensacola, FL
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Friday, October 25 - Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN
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Saturday, October 26 - Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN
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Tuesday, September 17, 2013
John Prine with Tim O'Brien & Darrell Scott
John Prine makes a guest appearance on Memories & Moments, the new album from Tim O'Brien and Darrell Scott, which is available now. Together the trio performs the Prine classic "Paradise," and you can check out a review of the album here. The O'Brien and Scott duo also perform another coal-themed tune entitled "Keep Your Dirty Lights On," whose music video can be viewed here.
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
John Prine Video Clips - "The Colbert Report"
For those of you who missed John Prine's wonderful appearance last week on Comedy Central's "The Colbert Report," here is your chance to check out all the fun. John spoke with Stephen before performing How Lucky and Paradise. The entire episode, as well as individual clips, can be viewed here.
Thursday, September 05, 2013
John Prine on "The Colbert Report"
John Prine will appear on Comedy Central's "The Colbert Report" with Stephen Colbert on Thursday, September 5 at 11:30PM / 10:30PM central. Tune in to see what John and Stephen discuss and check out Colbert's website for clips of this special Prine appearance after it initially airs.
John Prine September Concerts
Fall is just around the corner, and that means John Prine is ready to hit the road with a string of shows this September. Be sure to check his official tour page for details on these shows, as well as the many we have planned for the remainder of the year.
Friday, September 6 - Beacon Theatre in New York, NY
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Saturday, September 7 - The Grand Opera House in Wilmington, DE
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Friday, September 13 - Peoria Civic Center Theater in Peoria, IL
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Saturday, September 14 - Paramount Theatre in Cedar Rapids, IA
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Friday, September 6 - Beacon Theatre in New York, NY
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Saturday, September 7 - The Grand Opera House in Wilmington, DE
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Friday, September 13 - Peoria Civic Center Theater in Peoria, IL
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Saturday, September 14 - Paramount Theatre in Cedar Rapids, IA
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Thursday, August 01, 2013
John Prine August Concerts
John Prine returns to the road this month with a pair of concerts. Be sure to check out his official tour page for full details on these shows, as well as for other performances throughout what is sure to be a busy remainder of 2013.
Sunday, August 18 - Rocky Mountain Folks Fest in Lyons, CO
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Tuesday, August 20 - Red Butte Garden Amphitheatre in Salt Lake City, UT
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Sunday, August 18 - Rocky Mountain Folks Fest in Lyons, CO
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Tuesday, August 20 - Red Butte Garden Amphitheatre in Salt Lake City, UT
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Tuesday, July 09, 2013
John Prine's "The Missing Years" Vinyl Available Now
For the first time ever, John Prine's famed album The Missing Years is now available on vinyl. Today you can finally purchase your copy via Prine's official online store, Amazon and your local record store. This 180-gram, two-LP set comes with a digital download card and
contains all the original artwork, as well as additional photos and era
artifacts across the jacket's dual gatefold.
This limited vinyl edition also features the bonus track "The Third Of July," which is now being released for the first time. This tune is also available digitally on iTunes right now. To hear more, stream this song here, as well as view a video previewing this special edition release.
This limited vinyl edition also features the bonus track "The Third Of July," which is now being released for the first time. This tune is also available digitally on iTunes right now. To hear more, stream this song here, as well as view a video previewing this special edition release.
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
John Prine's "The Missing Years" on Vinyl
Although long-admired by his peers as an innovative songwriter, it was not until John Prine's tenth studio album, The Missing Years, that he earned one of music's highest honors. Deemed "Best Contemporary Folk Album" at the 1992 Grammy Awards, The Missing Years showed Prine's magic typewriter had not lost its touch.
On July 9, this fantastic album will be available for the first time on vinyl. This 180-gram, two-LP set comes with a digital download card and contains all the original artwork, as well as additional photos and era artifacts across the jacket's dual gatefold. This special edition also features the previously unreleased track, "The Third Of July," which was originally recorded for the album. Listen to this brand new track here and stream the original album on Spotify.
Produced by the late Howie Epstein, best known as member of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Prine's album vocal and trademark acoustic guitar never sounded so crisp. "On this record," John Prine recalls, "we worked ten to twelve hours a day. We were able to spend a great deal of time on vocals." Prine continues, "It was all built around my acoustic guitar. Howie just did such a darn good job. He's a real nitpicker."
This two-LP set is being pressed in limited quantities and is now available for pre-order in advance of the July 9 release date via John Prine's official online store. Digital downloads of this bonus track version will be available at all online music retailers on July 9, with the vinyl also arriving at your local record store on that day.
Side A:
1. Picture Show
2. All The Best
3. The Sins Of Memphisto
4. Everybody Wants To Feel Like You
Side B:
1. It's A Big Old Goofy World
2. I Want To Be With You Always
3. Daddy's Little Pumpkin
4. Take A Look At My Heart
Side C:
1. Great Rain
2. Way Back Then
3. Unlonely
4. You Got Gold
Side D:
1. Everything Is Cool
2. Jesus The Missing Years
3. The Third Of July (Previously Unreleased)
On July 9, this fantastic album will be available for the first time on vinyl. This 180-gram, two-LP set comes with a digital download card and contains all the original artwork, as well as additional photos and era artifacts across the jacket's dual gatefold. This special edition also features the previously unreleased track, "The Third Of July," which was originally recorded for the album. Listen to this brand new track here and stream the original album on Spotify.
Produced by the late Howie Epstein, best known as member of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Prine's album vocal and trademark acoustic guitar never sounded so crisp. "On this record," John Prine recalls, "we worked ten to twelve hours a day. We were able to spend a great deal of time on vocals." Prine continues, "It was all built around my acoustic guitar. Howie just did such a darn good job. He's a real nitpicker."
This two-LP set is being pressed in limited quantities and is now available for pre-order in advance of the July 9 release date via John Prine's official online store. Digital downloads of this bonus track version will be available at all online music retailers on July 9, with the vinyl also arriving at your local record store on that day.
Side A:
1. Picture Show
2. All The Best
3. The Sins Of Memphisto
4. Everybody Wants To Feel Like You
Side B:
1. It's A Big Old Goofy World
2. I Want To Be With You Always
3. Daddy's Little Pumpkin
4. Take A Look At My Heart
Side C:
1. Great Rain
2. Way Back Then
3. Unlonely
4. You Got Gold
Side D:
1. Everything Is Cool
2. Jesus The Missing Years
3. The Third Of July (Previously Unreleased)
Monday, June 10, 2013
John Prine June Concerts
It will be a busy month of June for John Prine, as he has multiple concert performances scheduled across the Northwest portion of the United States. Be sure to check out his official tour page for full details on these June shows listed below, as well as for other performances throughout the year.
Saturday, June 22 - Oregon Zoo Amphitheater in Portland, OR
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Sunday, June 23 - Woodland Park Zoo Amphitheater in Seattle, WA
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Wednesday, June 26 - Athletic Club of Bend in Bend, OR
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Friday, June 28 - Britt Pavilion in Jacksonville, OR
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Sunday, June 30 - Kate Wolf Music Festival in Laytonville, CA
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Saturday, June 22 - Oregon Zoo Amphitheater in Portland, OR
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Sunday, June 23 - Woodland Park Zoo Amphitheater in Seattle, WA
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Wednesday, June 26 - Athletic Club of Bend in Bend, OR
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Friday, June 28 - Britt Pavilion in Jacksonville, OR
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Sunday, June 30 - Kate Wolf Music Festival in Laytonville, CA
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Monday, May 06, 2013
John Prine May Concerts
Thank you to everyone who came out to support the John Prine concert performances in Denver and Colorado Springs, CO this past weekend. There are still two more chances to catch John Prine live this month, with show information listed below. Be sure to pay attention to our official tour page for full show details on all forthcoming 2013 performances.
Friday, May 24 - Cal Poly Performing Arts Center in San Luis Obispo, CA
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Sunday, May 26 - Strawberry Music Festival in Groveland, CA
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Friday, May 24 - Cal Poly Performing Arts Center in San Luis Obispo, CA
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Sunday, May 26 - Strawberry Music Festival in Groveland, CA
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Monday, April 15, 2013
John Prine on Ron Davies Tribute Album
John Prine is one of the many wonderful artists featured on a great, new compilation album. "Unsung Hero: A Tribute To The Music Of Ron Davies" finds John Prine performing the track "You Stayed Away Too Long." The album is available now at music retailers like Amazon (both physical and digital versions) and iTunes, as well as wherever else music is sold. A portion of the proceeds from each copy sold will benefit Nashville, Tennessee's W.O. Smith Music School to provide musical instruments and lessons for underprivileged children.
Tuesday, April 09, 2013
John Prine April Concerts
John Prine will perform his first 2013 US concerts of the year this upcoming weekend. There are also a few more appearances slated for this April. Limited tickets are available for each date, with ticketing links listed below. Be sure to check out John Prine's official tour page for full performance details concerning these concerts and all others currently confirmed.
Friday, April 12 - The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, NY
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Saturday, April 13 - The State Theatre in Ithaca, NY
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Friday, April 19 - Flynn Center For The Performing Arts, Burlington, VT
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Saturday, April 20 - The Music Hall in Portsmouth, NH
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Friday, April 12 - The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, NY
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Saturday, April 13 - The State Theatre in Ithaca, NY
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Friday, April 19 - Flynn Center For The Performing Arts, Burlington, VT
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Saturday, April 20 - The Music Hall in Portsmouth, NH
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Tuesday, March 19, 2013
John Prine on "Love for Levon" Release
Last October, John Prine performed at the "Love For Levon" benefit concert in East Rutherford, NJ in honor of his friend, the late Levon Helm. His rousing version of the classic "When I Paint My Masterpiece" with The Band's Garth Hudson is now available on CD, Blu-Ray and DVD. It can be found at Amazon, iTunes and wherever else music is sold.
Monday, February 11, 2013
John Prine Interviews with UK's The Telegraph
John Prine recently spoke with Martin Chilton from The Telegraph in the United Kingdom. They discussed Prine's upcoming string of concerts overseas, which will be his first full run of theatre appearances in the UK since October 2007. Click here to learn more about everything that was discussed, as well as here to see some of the journalist's favorite Prine compositions.
Friday, February 08, 2013
John Prine February Concerts
John Prine is preparing to hit the road once again this month, and his schedule will feature a string of shows across the United Kingdom, Ireland and Europe. This will be John Prine's first run of theatre shows in these regions since October 2007,and it will extend into the first week of March this year.
Be sure to pay attention to John's official tour page for full details on these concerts and everything else on the books for 2013 thus far. Here is where he will be performing in the immediate future:
Saturday, February 16 - Barbican Hall in London, England
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Monday, February 18 - Royal Northern College Of Music Concert Hall in Manchester, England
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Wednesday, February 20 - Glasgow Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow, Scotland
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Friday, February 22 - Millennium Forum in Londonderry, Northen Ireland
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Sunday, February 24 - Vicar Street in Dublin, Ireland
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Monday, February 25 - Cork Opera House in Cork, Ireland
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Wednesday, February 27 - Vicar Street in Dublin, Ireland
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Thursday, February 28 - Waterfront Hall in Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Saturday, March 2 - Sentrum Scene in Oslo, Norway
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Monday, March 4 - Filadelfiakyrkan in Stockholm, Sweden
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Saturday, February 16 - Barbican Hall in London, England
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Monday, February 18 - Royal Northern College Of Music Concert Hall in Manchester, England
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Wednesday, February 20 - Glasgow Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow, Scotland
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Friday, February 22 - Millennium Forum in Londonderry, Northen Ireland
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Sunday, February 24 - Vicar Street in Dublin, Ireland
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Monday, February 25 - Cork Opera House in Cork, Ireland
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Wednesday, February 27 - Vicar Street in Dublin, Ireland
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Thursday, February 28 - Waterfront Hall in Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Saturday, March 2 - Sentrum Scene in Oslo, Norway
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Monday, March 4 - Filadelfiakyrkan in Stockholm, Sweden
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Friday, February 01, 2013
"Cowboy" Jack Clement Wrap-Up
This past Wednesday night in Nashville, John Prine joined a magical group of artists, actors and writers in saluting the famed musician, producer and songwriter "Cowboy" Jack Clement. Many media outlets covered the event, including Rolling Stone, the Nashville Scene and Music Row Magazine.
John Prine performed the tune "Ballad Of A Teenage Queen" in honor of "Cowboy" Jack, and then evening ended when the legend Jack Clement took the stage and sang a few classics of his own.
John Prine performed the tune "Ballad Of A Teenage Queen" in honor of "Cowboy" Jack, and then evening ended when the legend Jack Clement took the stage and sang a few classics of his own.
Wednesday, January 09, 2013
John Prine to Salute "Cowboy" Jack Clement
John Prine has been added to the long list of musical artists who will perform at "Honor Thy Music: A Tribute to Cowboy Jack Clement" on Wednesday, January 30 at Nashville's War Memorial Auditorium.
The event will celebrate the remarkable life and legacy of "Cowboy" Jack Clement who has been at the center of the music industry for more than six decades. An award-winning producer, performing artist, songwriter, publisher and executive, "Cowboy" Jack has worked with some of the biggest stars across genres of music from Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash to Louis Armstrong, Roy Orbison and U2.
Proceeds from this event will benefit the Music Health Alliance and launch the "Cowboy" Jack Clement Fund. Please click here for full event information, as well as a list of other artists also appearing.
The event will celebrate the remarkable life and legacy of "Cowboy" Jack Clement who has been at the center of the music industry for more than six decades. An award-winning producer, performing artist, songwriter, publisher and executive, "Cowboy" Jack has worked with some of the biggest stars across genres of music from Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash to Louis Armstrong, Roy Orbison and U2.
Proceeds from this event will benefit the Music Health Alliance and launch the "Cowboy" Jack Clement Fund. Please click here for full event information, as well as a list of other artists also appearing.
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
John Prine December Concerts
John Prine just finished up a string of shows in California last week and will finish his touring year with a pair of special solo acoustic shows in Hawaii. It has been yet another fabulous year on the road, and we appreciate everyone who came out for their support.
Be sure to pay attention to John's official tour page for full shows details for these Hawaii shows, as well as all the 2013 currently on the schedule. Here is where John will perform in the Aloha State:
Thursday, December 27 - Castle Theater in Kahului, HI
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Saturday, December 29 - Hawaii Theatre in Honolulu, HI
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Thursday, December 27 - Castle Theater in Kahului, HI
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Saturday, December 29 - Hawaii Theatre in Honolulu, HI
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Tuesday, November 06, 2012
John Prine November Concerts
John Prine is about to hit the road once again for a string of November concert appearances in Tennessee and Pennsylvania. Below is a listing of these concerts, and be sure to check out John's official tour page for full show details on these appearances and all others announced for the months ahead.
Friday, November 9 - Tennessee Theatre in Knoxville, TN
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Saturday, November 10 - Tivoli Theatre in Chattanooga, TN
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Friday, November 16 - Merriam Theater At The Kimmel Center in Philadelphia, PA
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Saturday, November 17 - Community Arts Center in Williamsport, PA
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Friday, November 9 - Tennessee Theatre in Knoxville, TN
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Saturday, November 10 - Tivoli Theatre in Chattanooga, TN
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Friday, November 16 - Merriam Theater At The Kimmel Center in Philadelphia, PA
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Saturday, November 17 - Community Arts Center in Williamsport, PA
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Thursday, October 04, 2012
John Prine at "Love for Levon" Wrap-Up
At last night's Love for Levon benefit concert in East Rutherford, NJ, John Prine performed the classic tune "When I Paint My Masterpiece" alongside The Band's Garth Hudson. American Songwriter has full details on the show, which featured a plethora of famed artists joining together to celebrate the life and music of the late Levon Helm.
Monday, October 01, 2012
John Prine October Concerts
This October, John Prine has several concerts schedule in the United States. Below you will find a listing of these October performances. Be sure to consult John's official tour page for full show details on these dates, as well as everything else scheduled for the remainder of 2012.
Friday, October 19 - The Classic Center in Athens, GA
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Saturday, October 20 - Thomas Wolfe Auditorium in Asheville, NC
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Friday, October 26 - The Bama Theatre in Tuscaloosa, AL
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Saturday, October 27 - Thalia Mara Hall in Jackson, MS
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Friday, October 19 - The Classic Center in Athens, GA
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Saturday, October 20 - Thomas Wolfe Auditorium in Asheville, NC
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Friday, October 26 - The Bama Theatre in Tuscaloosa, AL
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Saturday, October 27 - Thalia Mara Hall in Jackson, MS
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Thursday, September 27, 2012
John Prine Added to "Love for Levon"
John Prine has been added to the fabulous list of performers already announced for the forthcoming Love for Levon benefit concert on Wednesday, October 3. The show will be a celebration of the life and music of the late Levon Helm, and it will take place at the Izod Center in East Rutherford, NJ. Tickets to this unforgettable show are on sale now, and for a full list of performers, please click here.
Monday, September 24, 2012
John Prine Sings "Little Victories" with Chris Knight
John Prine lends his vocal on Little Victories, the title track on the latest album from Kentucky-born singer/songwriter Chris Knight. Little Victories is available now at retailers like Amazon and iTunes. For more information on Chris Knight, please visit his website, which also lists some of the great media attention his record has been receiving.
Thursday, September 20, 2012
John Prine September Concerts
John Prine is back on the road this September with a run of shows throughout Texas. Below are some details on his upcoming performances. Be sure to consult his tour page for full concert details on these shows and all others throughout the end of the year.
Friday, September 21 - Cullen Performance Hall in Houston, TX
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Saturday, September 22 - Selena Auditorium in Corpus Christi, TX
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Monday, September 24 - Lila Cockrell Theatre in San Antonio, TX
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Wednesday, September 26 - Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center in Midland, TX
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Friday, September 28 - Majestic Theatre in Dallas, TX
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Saturday, September 29 - Bass Concert in Austin, TX
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Friday, September 21 - Cullen Performance Hall in Houston, TX
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Saturday, September 22 - Selena Auditorium in Corpus Christi, TX
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Monday, September 24 - Lila Cockrell Theatre in San Antonio, TX
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Wednesday, September 26 - Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center in Midland, TX
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Friday, September 28 - Majestic Theatre in Dallas, TX
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Saturday, September 29 - Bass Concert in Austin, TX
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Friday, August 03, 2012
John Prine August Concerts
John Prine will perform in concert several times this August. Below is where you can find him. Be sure to consult his tour page for full details on these shows and all others scheduled throughout 2012.
Wednesday, August 15 - Filene Center at Wolf Trap in Vienna, VA
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Friday, August 17 - Palace Theatre in Albany, NY
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Sunday, August 19 - Bank Of America Pavilion in Boston, MA
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Friday, August 24 - Gillioz Theatre in Springfield, MO
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Saturday, August 25 - Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville, AR
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Wednesday, August 15 - Filene Center at Wolf Trap in Vienna, VA
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Friday, August 17 - Palace Theatre in Albany, NY
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Sunday, August 19 - Bank Of America Pavilion in Boston, MA
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Friday, August 24 - Gillioz Theatre in Springfield, MO
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Saturday, August 25 - Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville, AR
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Friday, June 01, 2012
John Prine Summer Concerts
John Prine has several concerts scheduled for June and July this summer. Below is a list of such performances. Be sure to consult his tour page for full show details for these concerts and all others scheduled for 2012.
Thursday, June 21 - Telluride Bluegrass Festival in Telluride, CO
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Saturday, June 23 - The Lincoln Center in Fort Collins, CO
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Friday, June 29 - Minnesota Zoo's Weesner Amphitheater in Apple Valley, MN
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Saturday, June 30 - Mayo Civic Center's Presentation Hall in Rochester, MN
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Friday, July 27 - Cambridge Folk Festival in Cambridge, ENG
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Sunday, July 29 - Southern Fried Festival in Perth, SCT
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Thursday, June 21 - Telluride Bluegrass Festival in Telluride, CO
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Saturday, June 23 - The Lincoln Center in Fort Collins, CO
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Friday, June 29 - Minnesota Zoo's Weesner Amphitheater in Apple Valley, MN
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Saturday, June 30 - Mayo Civic Center's Presentation Hall in Rochester, MN
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Friday, July 27 - Cambridge Folk Festival in Cambridge, ENG
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Sunday, July 29 - Southern Fried Festival in Perth, SCT
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Wednesday, May 02, 2012
John Prine May Concerts
May is here, and it is going to be a very busy touring month for John Prine. Below is a list of his May concert appearances. Be sure to consult his tour page for full show details for these concerts and all the others scheduled for 2012.
Thursday, May 3 - Alix Goolden Hall in Victoria, BC
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Saturday, May 5 - The Centre For Performing Arts in Vancouver, BC
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Monday, May 7 - Enmax Hall in Edmonton, AB
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Tuesday, May 8 - Jack Singer Concert Hall in Calgary, AB
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Thursday, May 10 - TCU Place in Saskatoon, SK
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Saturday, May 12 - Burton Cummings Theatre in Winnipeg, MB
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Monday, May 14 - Massey Hall in Toronto, ON
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Friday, May 25 - Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg, FL
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Saturday, May 26 - Plaza Theatre in Orlando, FL
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Thursday, May 3 - Alix Goolden Hall in Victoria, BC
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Saturday, May 5 - The Centre For Performing Arts in Vancouver, BC
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Monday, May 7 - Enmax Hall in Edmonton, AB
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Tuesday, May 8 - Jack Singer Concert Hall in Calgary, AB
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Thursday, May 10 - TCU Place in Saskatoon, SK
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Saturday, May 12 - Burton Cummings Theatre in Winnipeg, MB
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Monday, May 14 - Massey Hall in Toronto, ON
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Friday, May 25 - Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg, FL
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Saturday, May 26 - Plaza Theatre in Orlando, FL
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Wednesday, April 25, 2012
John Prine Winnipeg Sun Interview
John Prine recently spoke with the Winnipeg Sun about his upcoming tour dates, his songwriting process and the future of folk music. Read the article here.
Thursday, April 05, 2012
John Prine April Concerts
As the month of April continues, John Prine is preparing for a few concerts across the US. Below is where he will be, and please refer to his tour page for full concert details for these shows and all the others throughout 2012.
Friday, April 13 - The Virginia Theatre in Champaign, IL
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Saturday, April 14 - The Morris Performing Arts Center in South Bend, IN
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Friday, April 20 - The Wellmont Theatre in Montclair, NJ
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Saturday, April 21 - The Bushnell's Mortenson Hall in Hartford, CT
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Friday, April 13 - The Virginia Theatre in Champaign, IL
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Saturday, April 14 - The Morris Performing Arts Center in South Bend, IN
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Friday, April 20 - The Wellmont Theatre in Montclair, NJ
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Saturday, April 21 - The Bushnell's Mortenson Hall in Hartford, CT
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Thursday, March 01, 2012
John Prine March Concerts
March is here and it will be a busy month for John Prine in concert. Below is where he will be appearing, and please refer to his tour page for full show details on all 2012 concerts.
Friday, March 2 - Benedum Center for the Performing Arts in Pittsburgh, PA
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Saturday, March 3 - Hershey Theatre in Hershey, PA
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Friday, March 9 - Marcus Center for the Performing Arts in Milwaukee, WI
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Saturday, March 10 - Genesee Theatre in Waukegan, IL
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Friday, March 2 - Benedum Center for the Performing Arts in Pittsburgh, PA
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Saturday, March 3 - Hershey Theatre in Hershey, PA
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Friday, March 9 - Marcus Center for the Performing Arts in Milwaukee, WI
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Saturday, March 10 - Genesee Theatre in Waukegan, IL
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012
John Prine February Concerts
John Prine is preparing for a few shows this February. Please refer to his tour page for full details on these shows, as well as all the others currently scheduled for 2012.
Friday, February 3 - Coral Springs Center For The Arts in Coral Springs, FL
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Sunday, February 5 - Cayamo Cruise departing Miami, FL
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Friday, February 3 - Coral Springs Center For The Arts in Coral Springs, FL
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Sunday, February 5 - Cayamo Cruise departing Miami, FL
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Thursday, January 05, 2012
Bon Iver's Releasing Prine's "Bruised Orange"
Bon Iver will release his version of John Prine's "Bruised Orange (Chain Of Sorrow)" as the b-side on his upcoming 12" vinyl single for his song "Towers." The vinyl single will be released January 23 in the UK, while the USA will see a March 6 release date.
Bon Iver's version of "Bruised Orange (Chain Of Sorrow)" was originally released on the Oh Boy Records compilation entitled Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine. That album was released in June 2010.
Bon Iver's version of "Bruised Orange (Chain Of Sorrow)" was originally released on the Oh Boy Records compilation entitled Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine. That album was released in June 2010.
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
John Prine Featured on Guy Clark Tribute CD
John Prine and Emmylou Harris contribute the track "Magnolia Wind" on the just-released album entitled This One's For Him: A Tribute to Guy Clark. Read more about this double-CD set here, and you can buy it from iTunes, Amazon and the manufacturer directly today. And for a limited time, stream the album thanks to Performing Songwriter magazine.
Thursday, December 01, 2011
John Prine December Concerts
To close out 2011, John Prine will be performing four concerts this December. Here is where you can find him, and as always, please refer to John's official tour page for full concert details.
Friday, December 2 - The Midland in Kansas City, MO
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Saturday, December 3 - Touhill Performing Arts Center in St. Louis, MO
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Friday, December 16 - Saenger Theatre in Mobile, AL
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Friday, December 17 - Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts
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Friday, December 2 - The Midland in Kansas City, MO
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Saturday, December 3 - Touhill Performing Arts Center in St. Louis, MO
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Friday, December 16 - Saenger Theatre in Mobile, AL
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Friday, December 17 - Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts
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Tuesday, November 29, 2011
John Prine Speaks with AOL Spinner
John Prine recently spoke with AOL Spinner about his new archival release The Singing Mailman Delivers. Click here to read the entire article, where Prine touches on his life as a mailman, how these recordings were discovered and what his classic songs mean today.
AOL Spinner is also hosting a listening party for the entire double CD set. Click here to stream and listen to any and all tracks for free.
AOL Spinner is also hosting a listening party for the entire double CD set. Click here to stream and listen to any and all tracks for free.
Monday, November 28, 2011
John Prine Interview for Paste Magazine
John Prine recently interviewed for Paste Magazine concerning his new double-CD archival set The Singing Mailman Delivers. Read all the details here.
Monday, November 21, 2011
John Prine Featured in The Huffington Post
John Prine recently spoke with The Huffington Post to discuss the early days of his career, as well as his new archival set The Singing Mailman Delivers. Read the entire article here.
Friday, November 18, 2011
John Prine & NPR Song Of The Day
NPR's Song Of The Day is John Prine's early version of "Sam Stone" then titled "Great Society Conflict Veteran's Blues." This early track was featured on Prine's new archival album entitled The Singing Mailman Delivers, which is available now from Oh Boy Records.
Tuesday, November 08, 2011
Rolling Stone Reviews "The Singing Mailman Delivers"
Rolling Stone has released their review of John Prine's new archival album The Singing Mailman Delivers. Read the article here.
Monday, November 07, 2011
John Prine November Concerts
The month of November has arrived and John Prine has three concerts scheduled. Here is where he will be, or click here to visit his official tour page for further information.
Wednesday, November 16 - Popejoy Hall in Albuquerque, NM
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Friday, November 18 - Fox Tucson Theatre in Tucson, AZ
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Saturday, November 19 - Orpheum Theatre in Phoenix, AZ
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Wednesday, November 16 - Popejoy Hall in Albuquerque, NM
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Friday, November 18 - Fox Tucson Theatre in Tucson, AZ
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Saturday, November 19 - Orpheum Theatre in Phoenix, AZ
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Monday, October 31, 2011
"The Singing Mailman Delivers" Reviews
Here's a sampling of the great reviews we have been receiving for the new John Prine archival release The Singing Mailman Delivers:
American Songwriter
The Tennessean
Daily Telegraph
No Depression
All Music
Spectrum Culture
If you're interested, order your physical copy here or buy the digital download today.
American Songwriter
The Tennessean
Daily Telegraph
No Depression
All Music
Spectrum Culture
If you're interested, order your physical copy here or buy the digital download today.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
"The Singing Mailman Delivers" In Stores Today
John Prine's new archival double-CD The Singing Mailman Delivers has been released today and is available at retailers everywhere. You can purchase it directly from John Prine's official online store, MusicFansDirect, and also at all Prine concert dates.
For those interested in digital versions, it can be found at iTunes, Bandcamp, Amazon MP3, Napster, Rdio, among many others. Or the physical product can be purchased at many outlets, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Best Buy. Or lastly click here to find out what independent record stores in your area may also have The Singing Mailman Delivers.
For those interested in digital versions, it can be found at iTunes, Bandcamp, Amazon MP3, Napster, Rdio, among many others. Or the physical product can be purchased at many outlets, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Best Buy. Or lastly click here to find out what independent record stores in your area may also have The Singing Mailman Delivers.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Paste Streaming "The Singing Mailman Delivers"
Paste is now streaming The Singing Mailman Delivers, the new archival release from John Prine. You can listen to the entire album by clicking here. It will be available until the release date of Tuesday, October 25.
Order your copy of this great new double-CD and other associated merchandise at John Prine's official online store MusicFansDirect.com.
Order your copy of this great new double-CD and other associated merchandise at John Prine's official online store MusicFansDirect.com.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
John Prine October Concerts
October is here, and John Prine is getting ready for a string of shows through Eastern Canada. Click here to visit John's official tour page, or look below to learn where and when he will be performing.
Friday, October 21 - Massey Hall in Toronto, ON
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Saturday, October 22 - Centrepointe Theatre in Ottawa, ON
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Monday, October 24 - Casino New Brunswick Entertainment Centre in Moncton, NB
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Tuesday, October 25 - Imperial Theatre in Saint John, NB
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Friday, October 28 - Holy Heart Theatre in St. John's, NL
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Saturday, October 29 - Holy Heart Theatre in St. John's, NL
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Monday, October 31 - Halifax Metro Centre in Halifax, NS
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Friday, October 21 - Massey Hall in Toronto, ON
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Saturday, October 22 - Centrepointe Theatre in Ottawa, ON
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Monday, October 24 - Casino New Brunswick Entertainment Centre in Moncton, NB
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Tuesday, October 25 - Imperial Theatre in Saint John, NB
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Friday, October 28 - Holy Heart Theatre in St. John's, NL
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Saturday, October 29 - Holy Heart Theatre in St. John's, NL
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Monday, October 31 - Halifax Metro Centre in Halifax, NS
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Monday, September 19, 2011
John Prine's "The Singing Mailman Delivers" Releasing On October 25
Long before the awards and accolades, all the concerts and many, many albums, John Prine trudged through snow in the cold Chicago winters, delivering mail across Maywood, his childhood suburb. “I always likened the mail route to a library with no books,” says John Prine. “I passed the time each day making up these little ditties.”
On October 25th, 2011, Oh Boy Records (founded in 1981 by Prine and manager Al Bunetta) will release The Singing Mailman Delivers. This two-disc archival release features the earliest studio and live recordings from Prine dating back to 1970, one year before his prolific, self-titled, debut album.
In August 1970, John Prine went to Chicago’s WFMT Studios to be interviewed by Studs Terkel. “I asked after the show if it were possible to stick around and tape all the songs I had written up until then,” Prine continues. These studio recordings were simply and sincerely recorded with Prine’s trademark guitar finger-picking and early vocal style. The disc closes with the unreleased track titled “A Star, A Jewel, And A Hoax,” a brief and whimsical look into an often-overlooked cranny of everyday life.
The live performance was recorded at the Fifth Peg in Chicago in November 1970, where Prine would play three nights a week, while still delivering mail during the day. Prine says, “I still maintain that Chicago winters and postman-hungry dogs finally drove me to songwriting.”
With just his acoustic guitar, some audience banter and a friend on bass, 24-year old Prine takes the live audience through 12 of his classic tunes, a few of which already sound like crowd favorites. “I was just learning how to sing a full set of my songs and still manage to talk in between without getting shot or anything thrown at me,” he admits. The one cover track is a Hank Williams medley that Prine learned for his father with the songs “Hey Good Lookin’” and “Jambalaya (On The Bayou).”
This fall marks the 40th anniversary of that first album, John Prine, and these amateur recordings on The Singing Mailman Delivers truly show Prine as a poet whose consummate songs were refined since inception. Even the then-titled “Great Society Conflict Veteran’s Blues,” his studio and live versions of “Sam Stone,” bestow the listener an intricate sense of understanding and compassion from a humble and unassuming songwriter who wrote such words to pass time on his mail route.
Oh Boy Records will begin a presale for The Singing Mailman Delivers on Wednesday, September 21 via John Prine’s official online store MusicFansDirect.com. The full tracklisting for the album is as follows:
Disc One - Studio Performance:
1. Hello In There
2. Souvenirs
3. Great Society Conflict Veteran's Blues (early "Sam Stone")
4. Paradise
5. Blue Umbrella
6. Aw Heck
7. Illegal Smile
8. Flashback Blues
9. The Frying Pan
10. Sour Grapes
11. A Star, A Jewel, And A Hoax
Disc Two - Live Performance:
1. Flashback Blues
2. Hello In There
3. Your Flag Decal Won't Get You Into Heaven Anymore
4. The Great Compromise
5. Blue Umbrella
6. Illegal Smile
7. Angel From Montgomery
8. A Good Time
9. Hey Good Lookin' > Jambalaya (On The Bayou)
10. Quiet Man
11. Paradise
12. Great Society Conflict Veteran's Blues (early "Sam Stone")
13. Spanish Pipedream
On October 25th, 2011, Oh Boy Records (founded in 1981 by Prine and manager Al Bunetta) will release The Singing Mailman Delivers. This two-disc archival release features the earliest studio and live recordings from Prine dating back to 1970, one year before his prolific, self-titled, debut album.
In August 1970, John Prine went to Chicago’s WFMT Studios to be interviewed by Studs Terkel. “I asked after the show if it were possible to stick around and tape all the songs I had written up until then,” Prine continues. These studio recordings were simply and sincerely recorded with Prine’s trademark guitar finger-picking and early vocal style. The disc closes with the unreleased track titled “A Star, A Jewel, And A Hoax,” a brief and whimsical look into an often-overlooked cranny of everyday life.
The live performance was recorded at the Fifth Peg in Chicago in November 1970, where Prine would play three nights a week, while still delivering mail during the day. Prine says, “I still maintain that Chicago winters and postman-hungry dogs finally drove me to songwriting.”
With just his acoustic guitar, some audience banter and a friend on bass, 24-year old Prine takes the live audience through 12 of his classic tunes, a few of which already sound like crowd favorites. “I was just learning how to sing a full set of my songs and still manage to talk in between without getting shot or anything thrown at me,” he admits. The one cover track is a Hank Williams medley that Prine learned for his father with the songs “Hey Good Lookin’” and “Jambalaya (On The Bayou).”
This fall marks the 40th anniversary of that first album, John Prine, and these amateur recordings on The Singing Mailman Delivers truly show Prine as a poet whose consummate songs were refined since inception. Even the then-titled “Great Society Conflict Veteran’s Blues,” his studio and live versions of “Sam Stone,” bestow the listener an intricate sense of understanding and compassion from a humble and unassuming songwriter who wrote such words to pass time on his mail route.
Oh Boy Records will begin a presale for The Singing Mailman Delivers on Wednesday, September 21 via John Prine’s official online store MusicFansDirect.com. The full tracklisting for the album is as follows:
Disc One - Studio Performance:
1. Hello In There
2. Souvenirs
3. Great Society Conflict Veteran's Blues (early "Sam Stone")
4. Paradise
5. Blue Umbrella
6. Aw Heck
7. Illegal Smile
8. Flashback Blues
9. The Frying Pan
10. Sour Grapes
11. A Star, A Jewel, And A Hoax
Disc Two - Live Performance:
1. Flashback Blues
2. Hello In There
3. Your Flag Decal Won't Get You Into Heaven Anymore
4. The Great Compromise
5. Blue Umbrella
6. Illegal Smile
7. Angel From Montgomery
8. A Good Time
9. Hey Good Lookin' > Jambalaya (On The Bayou)
10. Quiet Man
11. Paradise
12. Great Society Conflict Veteran's Blues (early "Sam Stone")
13. Spanish Pipedream
Thursday, September 01, 2011
John Prine September Concerts
September is officially here, and John Prine is ready to hit the concert trail once more. Click here to visit John's official tour page, or check out below to find out where you can find him this month:
Friday, September 9 - Chateau Ste Michelle Winery in Woodinville, WA
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Saturday, September 10 - McMenamin's Edgefield Concerts On The Lawn in Troutdale, OR
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Monday, September 12 - McDonald Theatre in Eugene, OR
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Wednesday, September 14 - Bing Crosby Theater in Spokane, WA
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Friday, September 16 - University Theatre in Missoula, MT
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Saturday, September 17 - Mother Lode Theatre in Butte, MT
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Friday, September 23 - Pier Six Pavilion in Baltimore, MD
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Wednesday, September 28 - Mountain Winery in Saratoga, CA
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Friday, September 30 - Hardly Strictly Bluegrass in San Francisco, CA
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Friday, September 9 - Chateau Ste Michelle Winery in Woodinville, WA
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Saturday, September 10 - McMenamin's Edgefield Concerts On The Lawn in Troutdale, OR
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Monday, September 12 - McDonald Theatre in Eugene, OR
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Wednesday, September 14 - Bing Crosby Theater in Spokane, WA
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Friday, September 16 - University Theatre in Missoula, MT
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Saturday, September 17 - Mother Lode Theatre in Butte, MT
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Friday, September 23 - Pier Six Pavilion in Baltimore, MD
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Wednesday, September 28 - Mountain Winery in Saratoga, CA
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Friday, September 30 - Hardly Strictly Bluegrass in San Francisco, CA
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Friday, August 26, 2011
John Prine in Baltimore Rescheduled
We regret to inform you that the John Prine concert this Saturday, August 27 at the Pier Six Pavilion in Baltimore, Maryland has been postponed due to the forthcoming inclement weather.
The concert has been rescheduled to Friday, September 23. All tickets purchased through John Prine's official online store MusicFansDirect or through the venue directly will be honored for the new date.
Should you not be able to attend the new date, refunds are available at your point of purchase until September 5. Email info@ohboy.com for more information or visit the venue website.
The support act for the rescheduled show will sadly not be Richard Thompson. Refunds are also available because of this as well. The new support act has yet to be determined.
Please stay tuned to John Prine's official tour page for all details on this concert and many others.
The concert has been rescheduled to Friday, September 23. All tickets purchased through John Prine's official online store MusicFansDirect or through the venue directly will be honored for the new date.
Should you not be able to attend the new date, refunds are available at your point of purchase until September 5. Email info@ohboy.com for more information or visit the venue website.
The support act for the rescheduled show will sadly not be Richard Thompson. Refunds are also available because of this as well. The new support act has yet to be determined.
Please stay tuned to John Prine's official tour page for all details on this concert and many others.
Friday, July 08, 2011
John Prine August Concerts
John Prine has no July concerts scheduled, but he is gearing up for a busy August and remainder of 2011. This August will see him visit Wisconsin, Virginia and Maryland. Pieta Brown supports the Wisconsin dates, while Richard Thompson is along for the ride on the other two.
Saturday, August 20 - Big Top Chautauqua in Bayfield, WI
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Sunday, August 21 - Big Top Chautauqua in Bayfield, WI
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Friday, August 26 - Filene Center at Wolf Trap in Vienna, VA
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Saturday - August 27 - Pier Six Pavilion in Baltimore, MD
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Full concert details can be found on John's official webpage for not only these shows, but for others scheduled this year.
Saturday, August 20 - Big Top Chautauqua in Bayfield, WI
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Sunday, August 21 - Big Top Chautauqua in Bayfield, WI
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Friday, August 26 - Filene Center at Wolf Trap in Vienna, VA
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Saturday - August 27 - Pier Six Pavilion in Baltimore, MD
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Full concert details can be found on John's official webpage for not only these shows, but for others scheduled this year.
Tuesday, June 07, 2011
John Prine June Concerts
The summer concert season is here, and John Prine is once again on the road. This June, he returns to parts of California and Iowa for the first time in a few years. So come see John Prine in concert here:
Wednesday, June 8 - Uptown Theatre in Napa, CA
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Friday, June 10 - Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles, CA
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Saturday, June 11 - Humphrey's By The Bay in San Diego, CA
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Wednesday, June 15 - Orpheum Theatre in Sioux City, IA
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Friday, June 17 - Civic Center in Des Moines, IA
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Saturday, June 18 - Adler Theatre in Davenport, IA
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Full concert details can be found on John's official webpage for not only these shows, but for others scheduled this year.
Wednesday, June 8 - Uptown Theatre in Napa, CA
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Friday, June 10 - Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles, CA
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Saturday, June 11 - Humphrey's By The Bay in San Diego, CA
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Wednesday, June 15 - Orpheum Theatre in Sioux City, IA
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Friday, June 17 - Civic Center in Des Moines, IA
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Saturday, June 18 - Adler Theatre in Davenport, IA
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Full concert details can be found on John's official webpage for not only these shows, but for others scheduled this year.
Tuesday, January 04, 2011
Washington Post Reviews Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine
The Washington Post published a very positive review of Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine, and we thought we'd share. Click here to take a look!
Monday, November 15, 2010
Glide Magazine Reviews Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows
An excerpt from the review:
"All in all, there’s not really a dud in the lot and because Prine’s songs lend themselves to being covered so seamlessly, this is one of the few tribute albums that manages to surpass expectations."
Click here to read the full review!
"All in all, there’s not really a dud in the lot and because Prine’s songs lend themselves to being covered so seamlessly, this is one of the few tribute albums that manages to surpass expectations."
Click here to read the full review!
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Wednesday, November 03, 2010
"In Search of a Song" Posts Part Three of a Prine Interview
John's guitar player Jason Wilber hosts a radio program entitled "In Search of a Song" on PRX. It's a fine program, and his interview with John is in-depth and insightful. Part 3 of the interview was just posted online. Click here to listen!
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Special Pre-Sale for Prine/Old Crow Medicine Show Concert at Atlanta's Fox Theatre
On Friday, 10/22/2010 @ 10:00 EDT, the best 1500 tickets for the 2/25/2011 concert featuring John Prine and Old Crow Medicine Show will be on sale for $39.50 while supplies last. Be sure to purchase your tickets early to take advantage of this special offer. The Ticketmaster pre-sale code is "varsity". To purchase tickets visit, Ticketmaster.com after the aforementioned time.
Monday, October 11, 2010
Goodman Post Office Wrap-Up
Yesterday's post office dedication and celebration for Steve Goodman was a rousing success. Hundreds of supporters and well-wishers in the Chicago area came out to celebrate the life of this treasured singer/songwriter and see the Lakeview Post Office near Wrigley Field be renamed in his honor.
The Chicago Sun-Times was there to cover the event, and so was the Chicago Tribune. The post office is located at 1340 West Irving Park Road in Chicago and displays not only Goodman's name, but also some musical memorabilia and photos from throughout his life and recording career.
The Chicago Sun-Times was there to cover the event, and so was the Chicago Tribune. The post office is located at 1340 West Irving Park Road in Chicago and displays not only Goodman's name, but also some musical memorabilia and photos from throughout his life and recording career.
Friday, October 08, 2010
Steve Goodman Post Office Dedication on October 10
The Lakeview Post Office in Chicago is being renamed this Sunday, October 10 in honor of the late singer/songwriter Steve Goodman. The event will take place just down the street from Wrigley Field, home of Steve's beloved Chicago Cubs, and the place where you can still hear Steve's classic hit Go Cubs Go after ever victory by the hometown team.
The post office is located at 1343 West Irving Park Road, and will feature a few performances from Goodman's Chicago contemporaries, as well as an appearance from US Representative Mike Quigley. Click here for full event details.
The post office is located at 1343 West Irving Park Road, and will feature a few performances from Goodman's Chicago contemporaries, as well as an appearance from US Representative Mike Quigley. Click here for full event details.
Monday, August 09, 2010
John Prine on Sirius XM's The Village
John Prine will join host Mary Sue Twohy to discuss and perform songs off his new album In Person & On Stage on Sirius XM Radio's The Village this Tuesday, August 10 at 6pm EST. The program will re-air on Saturday, August 14 at 12am EST.
Be sure to tune in and hear what Prine has to say. For those without a subscription to Sirius XM, a free trial is being offered here.
Be sure to tune in and hear what Prine has to say. For those without a subscription to Sirius XM, a free trial is being offered here.
Wednesday, August 04, 2010
Chicago Post Office Named for Steve Goodman
Thanks to a new law just signed by President Obama, a local Chicago Post Office will be renamed in the honor of the legendary songwriter Steve Goodman. The Lakeview post office is located at 1343 West Irving Park Road. The official ceremony dedicating the site for Goodman should be held within the next six to eight weeks, according to an article by the Chicago Tribune.
Tuesday, August 03, 2010
John Prine & Yim Yames at Newport Folk Festival
This past weekend at the Newport Folk Festival in Rhode Island, Yim Yames from My Morning Jacket joined John Prine onstage for "All The Best" and "Paradise." NPR and WFUV are hosting a stream of the entire concert and after show interview with John Prine here. Be sure to check it out and give it a listen.
Of course, Yim Yames and John Prine previously performed "All The Best" on the Late Show with David Letterman in May. In case you missed it, check out that clip here.
The My Morning Jacket version of the tune also is on the fantastic new album Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine, which is available now at MusicFansDirect and other retailers everywhere!
Of course, Yim Yames and John Prine previously performed "All The Best" on the Late Show with David Letterman in May. In case you missed it, check out that clip here.
The My Morning Jacket version of the tune also is on the fantastic new album Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine, which is available now at MusicFansDirect and other retailers everywhere!
Monday, July 26, 2010
"Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows" in Rolling Stone
Rolling Stone magazine recently reviewed the new album Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine in their August 5 issue. Check it out in their latest magazine or read the review online here. Also be sure to comment on the record on their webpage and let everyone know your thoughts on this exciting new compilation!
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
John Prine on "A Prairie Home Companion"
John Prine recently performed on the July 3rd edition of Garrison Keillor's "A Prairie Home Companion" radio show at the Ravinia Festival in Highland Park, Illinois.
The show's website is now streaming all audio from the performance, which features Prine tunes performed by John himself, as well as a couple sung by Garrison Keillor! Click here to listen in, as well as to read more about this wonderful event.
The show's website is now streaming all audio from the performance, which features Prine tunes performed by John himself, as well as a couple sung by Garrison Keillor! Click here to listen in, as well as to read more about this wonderful event.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
"Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows" Website Launched
The official website for the new John Prine celebration album Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine has launched. Check it out of the latest news and updates pertaining to the album, as well stream all the tracks from this memorable compilation. Visit the site here.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
MSN Music Listening Booth - "Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows"
To celebrate the official release day of the John Prine celebration record, Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine, MSN Music is hosting a listening booth. You can stream the entire album on their site, just click here.
AOL Music & Spinner Listening Parties
Thanks to AOL Music and Spinner, who are hosting full CD listening parties, you can listen to the brand new John Prine celebration CD Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine in its entirety.
Click here to check out AOL Music, or click here for Spinner. Better yet, try them both and see what else these sites have to offer!
Click here to check out AOL Music, or click here for Spinner. Better yet, try them both and see what else these sites have to offer!
Monday, June 21, 2010
"Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows" As Amazon's Deal Of The Day
The new John Prine celebration album Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine is available as a digital download from AmazonMP3 for just $3.99! This special price is available for today only, so get your copy fast! Download it now.
This album features classic Prine songs reinvented by some of the brightest names in music, including Justin Vernon of Bon Iver, Conor Oberst And The Mystic Valley Band, My Morning Jacket, Josh Ritter, Lambchop, Justin Townes Earle, The Avett Brothers, Old Crow Medicine Show, Sara Watkins, Drive-By Truckers, Deer Tick featuring Liz Isenberg and Those Darlins.
For more information on the record, also visit its official website here.
This album features classic Prine songs reinvented by some of the brightest names in music, including Justin Vernon of Bon Iver, Conor Oberst And The Mystic Valley Band, My Morning Jacket, Josh Ritter, Lambchop, Justin Townes Earle, The Avett Brothers, Old Crow Medicine Show, Sara Watkins, Drive-By Truckers, Deer Tick featuring Liz Isenberg and Those Darlins.
For more information on the record, also visit its official website here.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Prine Bonnaroo & "Broken Hearts" First Listen
John Prine performed at the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival this past Saturday, June 12. Despite the intense heat and sunshine, his 16-song set went off without a hitch in front of a diverse crowd at the That Tent stage.
His set was punctuated with wonderful performances of "Lake Marie" and "Angel From Montgomery" with members of the Old Crow Medicine Show. Kris Kristofferson even joined in with Prine and Old Crow on the set closer "Paradise." NPR was there to capture the action. You can stream and relive the entire performance on their website.
Prine was also on hand to interview with Chicago's WXRT radio. You can listen to his conversation, as well as hear his Backstage at Bonnaroo special performances here. Ketch Secor and Willie Watson join Prine once again for these special three radio performances.
And NPR's First Listen is the only place where you can hear the new Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine record in its entirety. Check out their website to stream the project.
This celebration album hit stores on June 22, and you can learn more about it on its official website.
His set was punctuated with wonderful performances of "Lake Marie" and "Angel From Montgomery" with members of the Old Crow Medicine Show. Kris Kristofferson even joined in with Prine and Old Crow on the set closer "Paradise." NPR was there to capture the action. You can stream and relive the entire performance on their website.
Prine was also on hand to interview with Chicago's WXRT radio. You can listen to his conversation, as well as hear his Backstage at Bonnaroo special performances here. Ketch Secor and Willie Watson join Prine once again for these special three radio performances.
And NPR's First Listen is the only place where you can hear the new Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine record in its entirety. Check out their website to stream the project.
This celebration album hit stores on June 22, and you can learn more about it on its official website.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
In Person & On Stage Out Now/Spinner and AOL Listening Party!!!
We are so proud to announce the release of "In Person & On Stage." You can now purchase the album wherever fine music is sold, and the reaction to the release has been overwhelming. Sometimes, it's Prine's story leading into the song that makes it such a special and intimate in a live setting. Pairing those great stories with the the best of his live performances from the past 3 years makes "In Person & On Stage" shine.
If you'd like to preview the record now, you can do so on Spinner or AOL Music Full CD Listening Party.
If you'd like to preview the record now, you can do so on Spinner or AOL Music Full CD Listening Party.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Prine's "In Person & On Stage" As Amazon's Deal Of The Day
AmazonMP3 is offering John Prine's In Person & On Stage a day prior to the official street date for just $3.99! This new live record will only be available at this price until midnight tonight, May 24. Click here to purchase.
John Prine To Appear On The Late Show With David Letterman
John Prine will perform on the Late Show with David Letterman on Wednesday, May 26. Prine will appear with Yim Yames from My Morning Jacket for a very special performance in support of the upcoming album Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine. The show airs on your local CBS affiliate at 11:35pm ET/PT. Don't miss it!
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Great John Prine Portland, Oregon Concert Review
Read all about the fabulous John Prine concert from this past Friday, April 16 at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall in Portland, Oregon. The newspaper The Oregonian was there to cover the show. Read it here.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
John Prine A Role Model For Jakob Dylan
Jakob Dylan called John Prine one of his songwriting role models in a recent interview with USA Today. Dylan says, "He found a singular voice, and nobody can replicate it. I would hope to have that down the line. Prine was born with something special, but he also dug deep."
Read the entire interview here.
Read the entire interview here.
Friday, April 09, 2010
Popular Artists Celebrate John Prine With New CD
Today’s avant-roots renaissance owes a great debt to John Prine’s laconic, ever-questioning poetic quality – a debt that is warmly repaid by Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows: Songs of John Prine, available June 22nd on Oh Boy Records.
Featuring twelve newly-recorded versions of classic Prine songs, Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows boasts an enviable roll call of lauded, inventive musicians and songwriters, including My Morning Jacket, The Avett Brothers, Conor Oberst And The Mystic Valley Band, Old Crow Medicine Show, Lambchop, Josh Ritter, the Drive-By Truckers, Nickel Creek’s Sara Watkins, Deer Tick featuring Liz Isenburg, Justin Townes Earle, Those Darlins and Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon. That Prine’s perspective flourishes so vividly in these modern recastings is testament to not only the sheer power of his songs, but to the subtly defiant undercurrent that runs throughout Prine’s oeuvre.
Here is the complete tracklisting:
1) Justin Vernon of Bon Iver – “Bruised Orange (Chain of Sorrow)”
2) Conor Oberst And The Mystic Valley Band – “Wedding Day In Funeralville”
3) My Morning Jacket – “All The Best”
4) Josh Ritter – “Mexican Home”
5) Lambchop – “Six O’Clock News”
6) Justin Townes Earle – “Far From Me”
7) The Avett Brothers – “Spanish Pipedream”
8) Old Crow Medicine Show – “Angel From Montgomery”
9) Sara Watkins – “The Late John Garfield Blues”
10) Drive-By Truckers – “Daddy’s Little Pumpkin”
11) Deer Tick featuring Liz Isenberg – “Unwed Fathers”
12) Those Darlins – “Let’s Talk Dirty In Hawaiian”
Featuring twelve newly-recorded versions of classic Prine songs, Broken Hearts & Dirty Windows boasts an enviable roll call of lauded, inventive musicians and songwriters, including My Morning Jacket, The Avett Brothers, Conor Oberst And The Mystic Valley Band, Old Crow Medicine Show, Lambchop, Josh Ritter, the Drive-By Truckers, Nickel Creek’s Sara Watkins, Deer Tick featuring Liz Isenburg, Justin Townes Earle, Those Darlins and Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon. That Prine’s perspective flourishes so vividly in these modern recastings is testament to not only the sheer power of his songs, but to the subtly defiant undercurrent that runs throughout Prine’s oeuvre.
Here is the complete tracklisting:
1) Justin Vernon of Bon Iver – “Bruised Orange (Chain of Sorrow)”
2) Conor Oberst And The Mystic Valley Band – “Wedding Day In Funeralville”
3) My Morning Jacket – “All The Best”
4) Josh Ritter – “Mexican Home”
5) Lambchop – “Six O’Clock News”
6) Justin Townes Earle – “Far From Me”
7) The Avett Brothers – “Spanish Pipedream”
8) Old Crow Medicine Show – “Angel From Montgomery”
9) Sara Watkins – “The Late John Garfield Blues”
10) Drive-By Truckers – “Daddy’s Little Pumpkin”
11) Deer Tick featuring Liz Isenberg – “Unwed Fathers”
12) Those Darlins – “Let’s Talk Dirty In Hawaiian”
New John Prine Live Album "In Person & On Stage"
Oh Boy Records will release a new live record from John Prine entitled "In Person & On Stage" on May 25.
The album is a culmination of his last few years touring and contains 14 songs, perfectly balanced between classic hits and new treasures from the Grammy Award-winning “Fair & Square.” Complete with duets from some of John’s favorite touring partners such as Iris DeMent, Sara Watkins, Emmylou Harris, Josh Ritter, Kane Welch Kaplan, this album shows Prine’s passion and relevance still hold true after all these years. These recordings were hand-picked from hundreds of recent concerts, and the result is Prine’s most memorable live album to date. If his biggest fans had a collective voice, it is no doubt these would be the recordings they'd choose.
Visit ohboy.com/freetrack for a free download of the song "She Is My Everything" and preview the new live album.
Here is the tracklisting:
1. Spanish Pipedream
2. She Is My Everything
3. In Spite Of Ourselves (with Iris DeMent)
4. Long Monday
5. The Late John Garfield Blues (with Sara Watkins)
6. The Bottomless Lake
7. Bear Creek Blues
8. Saddle In The Rain
9. Angel From Montgomery (with Emmylou Harris)
10. Your Flag Decal Won’t Get You Into Heaven Anymore
11. Mexican Home (with Josh Ritter)
12. Unwed Fathers (with Iris DeMent)
13. Glory Of True Love
14. Paradise (with Kane Welch Kaplin)
The album is a culmination of his last few years touring and contains 14 songs, perfectly balanced between classic hits and new treasures from the Grammy Award-winning “Fair & Square.” Complete with duets from some of John’s favorite touring partners such as Iris DeMent, Sara Watkins, Emmylou Harris, Josh Ritter, Kane Welch Kaplan, this album shows Prine’s passion and relevance still hold true after all these years. These recordings were hand-picked from hundreds of recent concerts, and the result is Prine’s most memorable live album to date. If his biggest fans had a collective voice, it is no doubt these would be the recordings they'd choose.
Visit ohboy.com/freetrack for a free download of the song "She Is My Everything" and preview the new live album.
Here is the tracklisting:
1. Spanish Pipedream
2. She Is My Everything
3. In Spite Of Ourselves (with Iris DeMent)
4. Long Monday
5. The Late John Garfield Blues (with Sara Watkins)
6. The Bottomless Lake
7. Bear Creek Blues
8. Saddle In The Rain
9. Angel From Montgomery (with Emmylou Harris)
10. Your Flag Decal Won’t Get You Into Heaven Anymore
11. Mexican Home (with Josh Ritter)
12. Unwed Fathers (with Iris DeMent)
13. Glory Of True Love
14. Paradise (with Kane Welch Kaplin)
Thursday, April 01, 2010
Announcement: John Prine Performance In Memphis (June 5, 2010)
For people purchasing tickets for John Prine’s June 5th, 2010 performance in Memphis, TN at the Cannon Center for the Performing Arts performance through 3rd Party ticket resellers, Old Crow Medicine Show WILL NOT be performing. The supporting act for this date will be announced shortly but again, it WILL NOT be Old Crow Medicine Show.
Thank you,
Oh Boy Records
Thank you,
Oh Boy Records
From The Archives - No Depression 2005 Prine Article
We were going through our archives and found this wonderful May 2005 article from No Depression magazine about John Prine, his life and his album Fair & Square. The article is a great read and not one to be missed. Enjoy it here.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
John Prine Returns To The Old Town School
John Prine returned to the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago this past weekend. As a boy, he often went there to learn more about guitar and folk songs. This special benefit concert was highlighted in the Chicago Tribune as a truly magical night.
Wednesday, March 03, 2010
John Prine Featured In Chicago Tribune
There was a great article on John Prine in a recent edition of the Chicago Tribune. Click here to enjoy the interview about his upcoming benefit concert at the historic Old Town School of Folk Music.
Tuesday, March 02, 2010
Steve Goodman Featured In Chicago Cubs Film "We Believe"
Director John Scheinfeld (The U.S. vs. John Lennon) has inked a DVD distribution deal for the acclaimed documentary film “We Believe” with New York based distributor Virgil Films & Entertainment (Super Size Me). Following the film’s sold-out premiere screenings at the Chicago Theatre last summer, the DVD release is slated for April 13th. Narrated by award-winning actor and Chicago native Gary Sinise (Forrest Gump, Apollo 13, CSI:NY) “We Believe” features a veritable who’s who cast of Chicagoans and explores the extraordinary love affair between the city of Chicago and its baseball team, the Cubs. In addition to the 104-minute feature length film, the DVD will be loaded with bonus extras including interviews and deleted scenes.
“We’re delighted to be working with Joe Amodei and his team at Virgil Films. Not only for their experience, but equally important for the passion they bring to the titles they represent. After all, passion is at the very heart of a Cubs fan and so, too, it has to be for everyone involved with our film,” said director Scheinfeld.
“Chicago has always been my kind of town and this film reminds me why,” said Joe Amodei, President Virgil Films & Entertainment. “It is a love letter not only to the city itself but the people that live there and in particular the always hopeful Cubs fans. This is much more than a documentary about baseball. It is a film about hope, dedication and the never give up attitude we see in the Cubs faithful. It is a look at what’s best in America. Every Cubs fan and Chicagoan must see this film. It’s about them!”
“We Believe” is the first theatrical documentary to be fully authorized by the Cubs and it is unlike any other team-related production. Produced with the complete cooperation of Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Player’s Association, the film features a distinguished array of journalists, authors, cultural commentators and stars from the worlds of film, TV and music, all offering their unique perspectives on America, baseball, the city of Chicago and its people. Among those interviewed are Billy Corgan (Smashing Pumpkins), Bob Costas, Dennis Franz (NYPD Blue), Jeff Garlin (Curb Your Enthusiasm), legendary Blues musician Buddy Guy, Hugh Hefner, Bonnie Hunt, Joe Mantegna, George Will and rare interviews with Bud Selig, Commissioner of Major League Baseball and Francis Cardinal George, the Archbishop of Chicago.
During the 9-month shooting schedule the filmmakers shot more than 220 hours of footage. Cubs officials and team executives committed to participating in the production and provided extraordinary access to players, Wrigley Field and the team’s expansive archive. The result is a compelling and visually striking movie that showcases many neighborhoods within the city of Chicago, seamlessly blended with timeless and beautiful images of legendary Wrigley Field.
The Producers and production staff are Chicagoans, the film was shot by an award-winning Chicago production company (Sedgwick Productions), edited by the city’s finest editor at one of the city’s top post-production facilities (Cutters) and the Director/Writer/Producer is Chicago-born and a graduate of Northwestern University.
“We Believe” is a love story about Chicago and its baseball team and with every love story there is bound to be some heartbreak. So, without a big, happy Hollywood ending in which the Cubs win the World Series for the first time since 1908, the creative team rose to the challenge, employing Bruce Springsteen’s anthemic “Land of Hope and Dreams,” to drive the film to a powerful, emotional, inspiring finish. After all, it’s the journey that’s important, not the destination.
Official website: www.WeBelieveTheMovie.com
“We’re delighted to be working with Joe Amodei and his team at Virgil Films. Not only for their experience, but equally important for the passion they bring to the titles they represent. After all, passion is at the very heart of a Cubs fan and so, too, it has to be for everyone involved with our film,” said director Scheinfeld.
“Chicago has always been my kind of town and this film reminds me why,” said Joe Amodei, President Virgil Films & Entertainment. “It is a love letter not only to the city itself but the people that live there and in particular the always hopeful Cubs fans. This is much more than a documentary about baseball. It is a film about hope, dedication and the never give up attitude we see in the Cubs faithful. It is a look at what’s best in America. Every Cubs fan and Chicagoan must see this film. It’s about them!”
“We Believe” is the first theatrical documentary to be fully authorized by the Cubs and it is unlike any other team-related production. Produced with the complete cooperation of Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Player’s Association, the film features a distinguished array of journalists, authors, cultural commentators and stars from the worlds of film, TV and music, all offering their unique perspectives on America, baseball, the city of Chicago and its people. Among those interviewed are Billy Corgan (Smashing Pumpkins), Bob Costas, Dennis Franz (NYPD Blue), Jeff Garlin (Curb Your Enthusiasm), legendary Blues musician Buddy Guy, Hugh Hefner, Bonnie Hunt, Joe Mantegna, George Will and rare interviews with Bud Selig, Commissioner of Major League Baseball and Francis Cardinal George, the Archbishop of Chicago.
During the 9-month shooting schedule the filmmakers shot more than 220 hours of footage. Cubs officials and team executives committed to participating in the production and provided extraordinary access to players, Wrigley Field and the team’s expansive archive. The result is a compelling and visually striking movie that showcases many neighborhoods within the city of Chicago, seamlessly blended with timeless and beautiful images of legendary Wrigley Field.
The Producers and production staff are Chicagoans, the film was shot by an award-winning Chicago production company (Sedgwick Productions), edited by the city’s finest editor at one of the city’s top post-production facilities (Cutters) and the Director/Writer/Producer is Chicago-born and a graduate of Northwestern University.
“We Believe” is a love story about Chicago and its baseball team and with every love story there is bound to be some heartbreak. So, without a big, happy Hollywood ending in which the Cubs win the World Series for the first time since 1908, the creative team rose to the challenge, employing Bruce Springsteen’s anthemic “Land of Hope and Dreams,” to drive the film to a powerful, emotional, inspiring finish. After all, it’s the journey that’s important, not the destination.
Official website: www.WeBelieveTheMovie.com
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
John Prine - 2/19 Philadelphia Concert Review
The great people at the Philadelphia City Paper had wonderful things to say about this past weekend's John Prine and Sara Watkins concert at the Merriam Theatre. It is always a fabulous show when John and Sara get together, read on for more details.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
More Dan Reeder Reviews
Big thanks to our friends at PopMatters for their great review of Dan Reeder's "This New Century" album.
And for our friends in Germany, check out what the folks at Nurnberger Zeitung and Sueddeutsche have to say about the record!
And for our friends in Germany, check out what the folks at Nurnberger Zeitung and Sueddeutsche have to say about the record!
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Dan Reeder "This New Century" Album Reviews
Dan Reeder's third album "This New Century" will be in stores this Tuesday, February 16th. But you can get it early via our special MusicFansDirect.com presale or download the digital copy now on Bandcamp.
The CD is Dan's most polished release to date and truly shows him at his best. Many reviews have been coming in from publications around the world. Better yet, some of the songs are even showing up on Americana radio across the US!
Here is a taste of what some people are saying about this great album.
New Yorker Magazine Online
Iowa City Press-Citizen Newspaper
Moors Magazine in The Netherlands
The CD is Dan's most polished release to date and truly shows him at his best. Many reviews have been coming in from publications around the world. Better yet, some of the songs are even showing up on Americana radio across the US!
Here is a taste of what some people are saying about this great album.
New Yorker Magazine Online
Iowa City Press-Citizen Newspaper
Moors Magazine in The Netherlands
Free John Prine Live MP3 On March 1st
Please sign up for the Oh Boy Records mailing list on our website. You can do so by using the toolbar at the top of the site. Everyone who does so by the end of the month will be emailed a free John Prine live MP3 on March 1st!
Tuesday, February 09, 2010
John Prine to play Bonnaroo 2010
We are very pleased to announce that John Prine will be performing at the 2010 Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Manchester, Tennessee. The festival takes place June 10-13, and John will be playing that Saturday.
There are many other great acts joining the festival lineup, so it certainly will be a fabulous event. The last time John played Bonnaroo was in 2005, and his memorable set was not to be missed. That performance can be purchased and downloaded here.
For ticketing information and complete festival lineup, visit the Bonnaroo website.
There are many other great acts joining the festival lineup, so it certainly will be a fabulous event. The last time John played Bonnaroo was in 2005, and his memorable set was not to be missed. That performance can be purchased and downloaded here.
For ticketing information and complete festival lineup, visit the Bonnaroo website.
Friday, January 22, 2010
Oh Boy Records Now on Bandcamp
We are very excited to announce that Oh Boy Records’ music is now digitally available on Bandcamp. A wealth of music including John Prine, Steve Goodman, and Dan Reeder is available to purchase or stream.
Bandcamp is compatible with iTunes, and often costs less to download songs and offers higher-quality downloads than iTunes. Available download formats include MP3, AAC, Ogg Vorbis, FLAC, and ALAC.
Some of the available John Prine albums include “The Missing Years”, “Souvenirs”, “John Prine Live”, and “Fair & Square”. All of these great albums and more can be downloaded immediately.
Many Steve Goodman albums are also available through Bandcamp. A few titles include No Big Surprise: “The Steve Goodman Anthology”, “Live at the Earl of Old Town”, and “Unfinished Business”. Check them out here.
All of Dan Reeder’s albums can also be found on Bandcamp, including his brand-new album titled “This New Century”. This album hits stores February 16th, but is available in advance right now at Bandcamp.
We hope you enjoy this excellent new resource. It is a perfect opportunity to revisit classic albums and discover fantastic new songs.
Bandcamp is compatible with iTunes, and often costs less to download songs and offers higher-quality downloads than iTunes. Available download formats include MP3, AAC, Ogg Vorbis, FLAC, and ALAC.
Some of the available John Prine albums include “The Missing Years”, “Souvenirs”, “John Prine Live”, and “Fair & Square”. All of these great albums and more can be downloaded immediately.
Many Steve Goodman albums are also available through Bandcamp. A few titles include No Big Surprise: “The Steve Goodman Anthology”, “Live at the Earl of Old Town”, and “Unfinished Business”. Check them out here.
All of Dan Reeder’s albums can also be found on Bandcamp, including his brand-new album titled “This New Century”. This album hits stores February 16th, but is available in advance right now at Bandcamp.
We hope you enjoy this excellent new resource. It is a perfect opportunity to revisit classic albums and discover fantastic new songs.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
John Prine on TV's "Spectacle with Elvis Costello" TONIGHT
John Prine is a guest on Elvis Costello's critically-acclaimed show "Spectacle with Elvis Costello" tonight at 10pm eastern, along with Ray LaMontagne and Lyle Lovett. Look for the show on the Sundance Channel. It is sure to be an awesome show, and a great chance to see excellent songwriters perform together. Check here for all the air times: http://tr.im/KiXY
"Spectacle with Elvis Costello" features everything from intimate one-on-one conversations with legendary performers and notable newcomers to thematic panel discussions.
Guest artists not only talk but perform - demonstrating the development and creation of their music and playing new, stripped-down or solo versions of some of their best and most loved songs.
Costello also performs, starting each episode with his interpretation of a song either by or connected to the featured guest. In addition, "Spectacle" features extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime collaborations and duets.
Hope you have a chance to watch it!
"Spectacle with Elvis Costello" features everything from intimate one-on-one conversations with legendary performers and notable newcomers to thematic panel discussions.
Guest artists not only talk but perform - demonstrating the development and creation of their music and playing new, stripped-down or solo versions of some of their best and most loved songs.
Costello also performs, starting each episode with his interpretation of a song either by or connected to the featured guest. In addition, "Spectacle" features extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime collaborations and duets.
Hope you have a chance to watch it!
Monday, December 07, 2009
Prine Calvin Theatre Review
Here's a great review from John Prine's recent concert this past weekend at the Calvin Theatre in Northampton, Massachusetts. Check it out here.
Friday, December 04, 2009
Handwritten John Prine Lyrics Auction
The Americana Music Association is auctioning handwritten lyrics by many noted artists, including John Prine. John donated his classic "Angel From Montgomery," and you can view it here. These handwritten lyrics are truly works of art and makes the ultimate holiday gift for that someone special on your list. All proceeds benefit the Americana Music Association.
Monday, November 23, 2009
John Prine Flagstaff Appreciation
Our friends at the Arizona Daily Sun wrote wonderful kind words about the music of John Prine and his Flagstaff appearance this past week. If you have moment, please see if you can relate to their thoughts.
Monday, November 09, 2009
Prine Boston Concert Reviews
Please check out two great concert reviews from John Prine's recent concert last Friday night in Boston. There is one from the Boston Globe and the Boston Herald.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Prine Featured in "Coal Country Music" CD
John Prine's "Paradise" and "Angel From Montgomery" are two of the featured tracks on an upcoming compilation CD entitled "Coal Country Music." The disc will be available on November 10th, and you can read more about this special project here.
Friday, October 09, 2009
John Prine Birthday & Pre-sales
Saturday, October 10th is John Prine's birthday, and we are offering great pre-sale tickets available through Musicfansdirect.com for three upcoming shows: 2.26 Dallas@ McFarlin Auditorium, 2.27 Austin @ Bass Concert Hall and 3.26 Nashville @ Ryman Auditorium. Click here to purchase now!
Tuesday, October 06, 2009
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Review
On Friday, Oct. 2nd, Prine performed at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival in San Francisco. If anyone is not familiar with this event, it's one that's not to be missed. The artist line-up is always amazing and, oh wait, did I forget to mention...IT'S FREE!!!
Check out the SFweekly.com review here.
Check out the SFweekly.com review here.
Monday, September 21, 2009
New John Prine Interview with BBC
John Prine was interviewed by BBC jock Bob Harris this weekend in conjunction with the Americana Awards. Click the link below to listen now! John's portion of the program begins at 2:06.26.
Friday, September 18, 2009
Remembering Steve Goodman
This Sunday, September 20 marks the 25th anniversary of the death of Red Pajamas Records recording artist and famed songwriter Steve Goodman. Steve Goodman (July 25, 1948 - September 20, 1984) was born and raised in Chicago, and by 1969 had become a regular performer at the city's celebrated folk music clubs.
In 1971, with a little help from Kris Kristofferson, he signed his first major recording contract. It was also at this time, when he met Arlo Guthrie, who later made Goodman's hit "City Of New Orleans" legendary a year later.
In 1974, Goodman's "You Never Even Call Me By My Name" achieved considerable success on the country charts with artist David Alan Coe. Goodman's passion also rested with the city of Chicago and his beloved Chicago Cubs. He wrote and performed many humorous songs about them, including "The Dying Cub Fan's Last Request" and "Go, Cubs, Go."
Goodman was closely involved with the Old Town School of Folk Music, where he met and mentored his good friend, John Prine.
Around the time Goodman's career began to take off, he was diagnosed with leukemia. The entire time he was writing and singing, he was also fighting cancer. On September 20, 1984, Goodman died at University of Washington Hospital in Seattle, Washington.
In 2007, the Chicago Cubs began playing Goodman's 1984 song "Go, Cubs, Go" after each home game win. When the Cubs made it to the playoffs, interest in the song and in Goodman's prolific career surged, resulting in October 5, 2007 being declared Steve Goodman Day across the state of Illinois.
We encourage you to check out stevegoodman.net to learn more. We also are running special prices on all CDs from Steve in our online store. Please check out Musicfansdirect.com for details and enjoy our newly revamped storefront.
Thanks and have a great weekend. Talk soon.
This Sunday, September 20 marks the 25th anniversary of the death of Red Pajamas Records recording artist and famed songwriter Steve Goodman. Steve Goodman (July 25, 1948 - September 20, 1984) was born and raised in Chicago, and by 1969 had become a regular performer at the city's celebrated folk music clubs.
In 1971, with a little help from Kris Kristofferson, he signed his first major recording contract. It was also at this time, when he met Arlo Guthrie, who later made Goodman's hit "City Of New Orleans" legendary a year later.
In 1974, Goodman's "You Never Even Call Me By My Name" achieved considerable success on the country charts with artist David Alan Coe. Goodman's passion also rested with the city of Chicago and his beloved Chicago Cubs. He wrote and performed many humorous songs about them, including "The Dying Cub Fan's Last Request" and "Go, Cubs, Go."
Goodman was closely involved with the Old Town School of Folk Music, where he met and mentored his good friend, John Prine.
Around the time Goodman's career began to take off, he was diagnosed with leukemia. The entire time he was writing and singing, he was also fighting cancer. On September 20, 1984, Goodman died at University of Washington Hospital in Seattle, Washington.
In 2007, the Chicago Cubs began playing Goodman's 1984 song "Go, Cubs, Go" after each home game win. When the Cubs made it to the playoffs, interest in the song and in Goodman's prolific career surged, resulting in October 5, 2007 being declared Steve Goodman Day across the state of Illinois.
We encourage you to check out stevegoodman.net to learn more. We also are running special prices on all CDs from Steve in our online store. Please check out Musicfansdirect.com for details and enjoy our newly revamped storefront.
Thanks and have a great weekend. Talk soon.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
John Prine AZ Pre-sale Tickets
There are great pre-sale tickets available through Musicfansdirect.com for three upcoming John Prine concerts in Arizona: 11.18 Flagstaff @ The Ardrey Auditorium, 11.20 Phoenix, AZ @ The Dodge Theatre and 11.21 Tucson @ The Fox. Click here to purchase now!
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Only A Few Hours Left To Purchase Pre-Sale Tickets For JP Canadian Dates!!!!
Just wanted to remind you all that pre-sale tickets for the John Prine shows in Western Canada will only be available for a few more hours. The pre-sale ends at 3PM CDT TODAY!
Click here to purchase tickets.
Click here to purchase tickets.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
John Prine Q&A in the Denver Post
This is from a few days ago, but we thought we'd throw it up on the site in case you missed it. Thanks to John Wenzel at the Denver Post for conducting the interview. And in case you missed the show with Levon Helm at Red Rocks on Saturday, we highly suggest you checking out some of the YouTube videos like this one and this one that are floating around out there.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
John Prine Rambles On...
As many of you know, John Prine played a show at the historic (and recently renovated) Beacon Theatre in New York City this past weekend. As usual, the show was a blast, and the opener, Justin Townes Earle, more than held his own. Expect to see him back with John at some point down the road.
What many of you might not know is that John made a quick trip up to Woodstock, NY to play with the Levon Helm Band at his concert series known as "Midnight Rambles" the next evening. Sounds like a pretty good time huh?
Well, since most of us missed this quaint occasion, John and Levon have decided to give us another chance to see them live. They will be playing two dates together this summer: June 6 at Chastain Park Ampitheatre in Atlanta, GA. and June 13 at Red Rocks in Morrison, CO. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets to these shows. They're sure to be a BLAST!
What many of you might not know is that John made a quick trip up to Woodstock, NY to play with the Levon Helm Band at his concert series known as "Midnight Rambles" the next evening. Sounds like a pretty good time huh?
Well, since most of us missed this quaint occasion, John and Levon have decided to give us another chance to see them live. They will be playing two dates together this summer: June 6 at Chastain Park Ampitheatre in Atlanta, GA. and June 13 at Red Rocks in Morrison, CO. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets to these shows. They're sure to be a BLAST!
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