A John Prine Appreciation
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This is Fresh Air. I'm David B and Cooley. You know that old trees just grow strong Just grow lonesome. Waiting for someone to sing. Hello in there.
Singer songwriter John Prine isn't around to celebrate what would have been his eightieth birthday tomorrow. He died six years ago of complications from COVID nineteen. But it's being celebrated in a big way anyway. By family and friends, in a five day series of events in and around Chicago that have begun already. held in support of the family's hellow in their foundation.
Last night a tribute concert was held, hosted by John C. Riley, featuring the songs of John Prine as sung by Steve Earle, Margot Price, and others. documentary showings and other events continue this weekend. And today. We'll add our own voice to the mix by honoring John Prime's music and legacy on today's fresh air. John Prine was born in nineteen forty six in Maywood, Illinois.
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