John Prine (1946 - 2020) at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass

The first John Prine song I heard was "Illegal Smile". It was so simple and yet the story struck me, the thought of escaping reality was very appealing. And there were more stories on that album, "Sam Stone", "Donald & Lydia”. "Angel from Montgomery" was mystical and that was just his first record.

and share your memories.

John has been one of the perennial favorites at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass. He was an amazing character and every staff member has a different story to share. As we compared notes today, we found ourselves laughing while holding back tears. This is a huge loss that we will be reeling from for a long time to come.

Sheri Sternberg and the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Staff

Songs included:
0:00 Fish and Whistle (HSB11)
03:17 Lake Marie (HSB14)
12:00 Paradise w/ Steve Earle (HSB14)
17:17 Your Flag Decal Won't Get You Into Heaven Anymore (HSB17)
20:41 Speed of the Sound of Loneliness w/ Kurt Vile (HSB17)
24:30 Angel from Montgomery (HSB17)

[craigscott]

It's been a better life with John Prine's music in the world.

[allengrigg]

This is the first Covid19 death that just broke my heart. Farewell Mr. Prine. Your music will live in the hearts of many forever.

[hitchhikrr]

He will im my mind forever, I have told people about john, s music for years, a fan for 54 years now

[alansummers]

I saw him on PBS 1971, right after I got home from Vietnam. That's when I learned to play the guitar

[raymondlynch]

Part of me died when when this human passed away....Vicar St Dublin will never be the same without the talent of John Prine....you are

[funone]

Imagine the life this man lived. From a Mailman to a folk SUPERSTAR! RIP John Prine! THANK YOU for all your art contributions to the Human Race.

[ronnie]

JOHN WAS A VERY SPECIAL PERSON, , NO ONE WILL EVER FILL ONE OF HIS SHOES, R.I.P. MY FRIEND, COUSIN FIGEL

[bobgreen]

One of finest songwriter, singer's this Side of and Now at Part Of Heaven!!

[bncmedia]

John's last album was a sort of rebirth for him and it is a testament to the fact that he still had a lot to say, and that is what breaks my heart.

[vonnatkins]

I feel like John and his music changed my life, as an campfire guitar player, i've sang more JP songs than any other artist. In my opinion he was the greatest song writer there ever was, he will be missed my me and my whole family. In the song "When I get to Haven" he sings about seeing his mom and dad and other family, Go with God John and enjoy your reunion.

[debjones]

That was beautiful. His angel voice has fallen silent but his memory and music will love on forever. Rest easy John. 🙏🏼🥰 thanks for the words and music. You were a genius. Born to entertain us. A true star. Let your light shine bright . 🌟 ⭐️ 💫

[texaspa]

A true heart story teller!...We will never see another like him so glad we have his legacy!

[johnnyp]

Thanks for putting this up for the ones that never went to see John, but now in later days enjoy all of his ability at
making us listeners live his songs...

🥰

[bobbyjohnson]

What a great man and musician. He is truly missed, and so is witt and humor. Thanks, John, for your music and entertainment....

[douglasdunton]

John ~ always so kind ~ introducing new folks and no need to feed his ego...I miss him.

[teddyboysdontknit]

A brave many that suffered much illness in his life yet gave so much to others.

[kelvingrover]

It's nice to see John smile. May God bless you and your family

[andycarlton]

I first heard John Prine on John Peel's late night BBC Radio One programme almost 50 years ago, Two of the songs he sang that night he sings in this concert in 2019, Flag Decal and Angel from Montgomery. Thanks for a lifetime of music, John.

[MrJkfamilyguy]

RIP John. Thank for sharing your life with all these years. Praying to see you and say hello when I get to heaven.

[russellsims]

Heard my first John Prine song in the Fall of 1972 when I returned to law school in KY after serving a tour in VN. It was Paradise covered by a local singer. Had never heard of him before then. Been listening to his music since then. Seen him at least 8 time in person. It was a sad day when John Prine died.