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It’s time again for the [6th] annual John Prine Shrine: A Tribute to the music of John Prine.

Onstage this year are Brian MacMillan, John McDermott, Jory Nash, Layah Jane, Russel de Carle, Suzie Vinnick and host Jason Fowler.

Returning for the 2nd year is the stellar backup band of Blake Papsin (mandolin & guitar), Christine Bougie (lap steel, guitar & drums) and George Koller (bass).

It’s Easter Saturday (family dinner’s the next night, right?) so come on out and sing along to your favorite Prine songs.

Saturday, April 3rd
Hugh’s Room
2261 Dundas St. West (just south of Bloor St.)
Tel. 416.531-6604
$22 advance, $25 at the door
Book your tickets now!!!

The end of another great tour! My band mates Gary Craig, Ray Legere, Brian Macmillan, musical director Jason Fowler and George Koller were terrific – what an outstanding job they did. I am very fortunate to have this superb cast of truly talented and innovative musicians as my team and I am excited about the coming year and our next tour. Most of our 2010 concert schedule is now posted with just a few dates open for R & R, and we have a lot planned including a couple of new CD’s, a DVD and a few other surprises coming for the new year. 2009 has seen a lot of changes for me personally and it has been one the best, most enjoyable, and satisfying years of my career.

I want to mention Canada Company – joining forces with this wonderful organization has afforded me the opportunity to help support the families and the men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces. The sacrifices made by them cannot be measured and for that we are eternally grateful.

Our work with Fisher House Boston is continuing and we will keep you up to date on details of events to support this great organization.

Please join me on March 19th and 20th at Hugh’s Room in Toronto for an evening with Michael Peter Smith and Valdy. These shows will be recorded for a future DVD/CD and it promises to be a night to remember. For more details and to reserve tickets visit www.hughsroom.com or call 416.531.6604

As we head into another year we want to wish all of you and yours a Merry Christmas and a safe, happy and healthy New Year.

Gary, Ray, John, Brian, Jason and George

PS: Received an early Christmas present – we’ve been nominated for an Irish Music Association award for Best Irish Tenor!