1: Souvenirs (3:43) 2: Fish And Whistle (3:00) 3: Far From Me (5:08) 4: Angel From Montgomery (5:07) 5: Donald And Lydia (4:08) 6: Christmas In Prison (3:36) 7: Storm Windows (4:26) 8: Grandpa Was A Carpenter (2:52) 9: The Late John Garfield Blues (3:46) 10: Blue Umbrella (3:53) 11: Six O`Clock News (4:36) 12: People Puttin` People Down (3:59) 13: Sam Stone (4:38) 14: Please Don`t Bury Me (3:06) 15: Hello In There (5:57)
Description:
Souvenirs is an album by John Prine, released in 2016. The album is a folk CD. -
"fifteen new recordings of classic songs"
All songs recorded between April 24 and 26, 2000 at the Cowboy Arms Hotel & Recording Spa, Nashville, TN
Comes with 16 page booklet with full lyrics and credits. Back cover is red.
"Souvenirs" is an intimate CD collection by legendary American singer-songwriter John Prine, released on the independent label OH BOY RECORDS and distributed by CARGO. Conceived as a return to his roots, "Souvenirs" features Prine revisiting and re-recording a selection of his most beloved songs from his early career, presenting them with the warmth, depth and emotional nuance of a mature artist looking back over a lifetime of stories. The arrangements are typically sparse and acoustic, putting his unmistakable voice and razor-sharp lyrics in the spotlight. Listeners can expect gently rolling folk melodies, country-tinged storytelling and Prine's trademark mixture of dry humour, tenderness and quiet melancholy. This CD is ideal both for long-time fans who want to hear classics in a new light and for newcomers seeking an accessible gateway into one of the most respected catalogues in American songwriting.
John Prine, often cited as a "songwriter's songwriter", emerged from the Chicago folk scene and quickly became known for his ability to capture everyday lives with extraordinary clarity and compassion. Over the decades he built a devoted following, was widely celebrated by peers across folk, country and Americana, and received major industry recognition, including Grammy-honoured recordings later in his career. His songs have been covered by countless artists and are regarded as modern standards in the American songbook. "Souvenirs" underlines why Prine's work has had such lasting impact: the album distils his strengths as a storyteller into a focused, intimate listening experience.
OH BOY RECORDS, the label behind this release, is an independent company closely associated with John Prine's career and artistic vision. Known for its artist-friendly ethos and commitment to high-quality songwriting, the label has been a home for carefully curated releases in the folk, country and Americana realm. In collaboration with distribution partner CARGO, OH BOY RECORDS focuses on bringing characterful, enduring music to a dedicated audience that values authenticity over trends. This CD edition of "Souvenirs" reflects that philosophy, offering a well-crafted package for collectors and lovers of timeless songwriting.