The journey William Prince takes on his new album, "Further From the Country," is intergenerational, aspirational, and metaphysical. "Further From the Country" is the work of an artist rising to the challenge of capturing this age of uncertainty in succinct and lasting terms. William Prince's perspective—a songwriter carrying on the great legacy of his family and his songcraft—is unique and significant. "Further From the Country," his fifth album, is an extraordinary work of observation, reflection, and ambition, a work that will leave a lasting impression on listeners with its humanity and power.
The two-time JUNO Award winner continues to build an extraordinary body of work, recently recognized with the John Prine Songwriter Fellowship and an Americana Honors & Awards nomination, among others. From the Newport Folk Festival to sold-out concerts at prestigious theaters like Massey Hall, from NPR's Tiny Desk to tours with The War and Treaty, Yola, and others, William Prince has made significant appearances on historic stages. Celebrated by colleagues, critics, and fans, William Prince's songs speak to a deep emotional level.
Now, with "Further From the Country," Prince expands his sound and sharpens his focus for a collection of songs that share personal and universal truths in equal measure. "Further From the Country" is a confident and accomplished album, a testament to an artist who has taken his craft to impressive new heights.
