He’ll kick off with two Florida shows at the Key West High School Auditorium February 27-28, and continue through late May. States throughout the Midwest and South are on the itinerary, as well as some more easterly stops.

The tour includes two dates in Wisconsin with Leon Redbone in late March.

Prine returned to the road in 1999 after battling cancer. Since then, he’s been gigging steadily, filling theatres across North America. In addition to his regular touring scheme, Prine is also an active participant in the Concerts For A Landmine Free World series.

The folk singer/songwriter has been cultivating his craft and his audience for decades. He was a popular figure on the Chicago folk music scene in the ‘60s when he caught the ear of Kris Kristofferson who helped him get a record deal.

Since then, a number of high-profile artists have recorded his songs including the Everly Brothers, Bette Midler, Joan Baez, 10,000 Maniacs, Nanci Griffith, Johnny Cash and Bonnie Raitt.