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John Prine
About the Artist
John Edward Prine (October 10, 1946 – April 7, 2020) was an American singer-songwriter of country-folk music. He was active as a composer, recording artist, live performer, and occasional actor from the early 1970s until his death. He was known for an often humorous style of original music that has elements of protest and social commentary.
Born and raised in Maywood, Illinois, Prine learned to play the guitar at age 14. He attended classes at Chicago's Old Town School of Folk Music.
Born and raised in Maywood, Illinois, Prine learned to play the guitar at age 14. He attended classes at Chicago's Old Town School of Folk Music.
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Common Tunings
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| Angel from Montgomery | John Prine | 1971 |
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| Hello in There | John Prine | 1971 |
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| Illegal Smile | John Prine | 1971 |
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| In Spite of Ourselves | In Spite of Ourselves | 1999 |
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| Lake Marie | Lost Dogs and Mixed Bless... | 1995 |
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| Linda Goes to Mars | German Afternoons | 1986 |
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| Paradise | John Prine | 1971 |
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| Sam Stone | John Prine | 1971 |
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