John Prine
One of Bob Dylan's favourite songwriters
Why see John Prine?
John Prine is back on tour!
If there was any justice in the world, John Prine would be a household name. Playing in the Chicago folk scene of the early '70s, Prine was plucked from obscurity by Kris Kristofferson, an endorsement which helped to land him his first recording contract. Bob Dylan is also one of his biggest fans, terming Prine's work "pure Proustian existentialism". He's a singer who trades in life's little details, imbuing everyday existence with a kind of romantic grandeur.
Now in his 60s, Prine is still going strong. It may be a while since his last record but he always seems to be on the road. He tends to tour with a very sparse backing band, leaving his words front and center, just as they should be.
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Customer reviews
14 reviews, average rating: (4.9 Stars)
Syd
Prime Prine!! (Again)
Been a longtime fan, and I was excited to drive the 4+ hours from my
home in Wilmington NC to Norfolk to attend this show. I really didn't
expect the vigor of the old days, but the show Mr. Prine put together
was simply stellar. His piano, bass, mando players --- everyone was
spot on and nobody ran over anyone else (which is nice, especially
when you have an electric on stage!).. So on to the music. Mr. Prine
came out with some oldies mixed with the Tree of Forgiveness cuts,
and really captured the essence of his soul with 'Come On Home',
'Tree of Forgiveness' and the rest. His solo numbers, with no band
backup, were wonderful, and his last number, 'Paradise', an oldie
from his breakout album, frankly brought tears to my eyes as I
remember pounding on my $100-dollar Alvarez back in the day....
This is a MUST-SEE event for anyone interested in Americana music. ... Read more
Ron Long
Outstanding Performance
Durham got to experience a master Friday night. John Prine was simply outstanding! He had the concert-goers in the palm of his hand. The songs, the band and John’s song list was masterful. Sound was superb and what an addition with Fats playing “everything†to use John’s description. Do not miss this concert, a must see while he is performing so well. Thank you John for the evening, keep on trucking man! ... Read more
Stephen
Souvenirs
I came to see John in remembrance of my older brother that died 2 years ago, He was a
working musician until mental illness claimed his life. He came off tour one time and gave me
a copy of Diamonds in the Rough. He told me, “Since you like Springsteen and Mellencamp,
you need to listen to this guy,†I happily obliged and never looked back.
I wished he had been here to see Mr. Prine last night. I still listen to “Missing Years†much to
the chagrin of many around me that don’t get it. I know that my brother resides down the
block inside at 23 Skidoo. I can visit him whenever I listen to John.
I saw his face and felt his spirit when John sang “Souvenirs.†It was a good show. I cried and
walked back into the world not knowing quite where it would lead me. ... Read more
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