John Prine, Todd Snider

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Danny Clinch

John Prine

His place long secure among the roll of wordsmiths other songwriters admire, John Prine also proved to be a surprise album sales force in 2018. The Tree of Forgiveness, his first album of new songs since 2005, hit the Billboard Top 5, earning three Grammy nominations to boot. Hear classic songs both old and new from the former Chicago mailman who wrote 'em. Double bonus: Another genius with the words, Todd Snider, is opening the Madison show; his excellent new album is Cash Cabin Sessions, Vol. 3. Sold out.

press release: John Prine is selected as one of the 2019 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees. The 50th Annual Induction and Awards Gala will take place on June 13 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. Of the recognition, Prine shares, “I am thrilled to hear about my induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. I have been proud to make my living as a songwriter for almost 50 years now. I have to say it’s a bonus to be elected by your fellow songwriters. Thank you to the Songwriters Hall of Fame.”

The honor adds to an already remarkable year for Prine, who is nominated for three awards at the 61st GRAMMY Awards including Best Americana Album for The Tree of Forgiveness and Best American Roots Song for “Summer’s End”. Prine’s “Knockin On Your Screen Door” is also nominated for Best American Roots Song—earning Prine two nominations in the category.

Released on his own independent label, Oh Boy Records, The Tree of Forgiveness is Prine’s first album featuring new material in over 13 years and was produced by Grammy Award winning producer Dave Cobb. Upon its release, the album debuted at #5 on the Billboard 200 chart with over 54,000 equivalent albums sold in its first week—a career high chart position and sales week for the legendary singer, songwriter and performer. In continued celebration of the album, Prine will perform select shows throughout 2019.