Album Notes

Since 1990, Bill Bourne has been nominated for 8 Juno Awards and has won 3 Juno's.

Farmer, Philanthropist & Musician is a compilation of songs from numerous albums released up until 1997.

Reviews:

"A fabulous overview of achievements that have put him in the top ranks of this country's folk and roots artists."
- Peter North, Edmonton Journal

"Destined for a lot of repeated listening...Bourne's trademark bluesy, soulful wailing vocals shine
throughout this fine collection of songs."
- Rogue Folk Review

"The art of Bourne's music lies in his ability to convey spiritual values through intelligent and thoughtful lyrics buoyed by contagious rhythms and infectious melodies...Farmer, Philanthropist & Musician is a fine introduction to this gifted Canadian original."
- Robert Reid, Kitchener Waterloo Record

"Absolutely fabulous!"
- Juergen Kramer, Radio ZuSa, Germany

"Bourne is always witty, engaging and very musical. Great stuff."
- Mike Regenstreif, Sing Out!

"Fabulous stuff!"
- Jon Colcord, WNEC, New Hampshire

"With a simplicity and skill that comes from years in the game, you find in Farmer, Philanthropist & Musician everything that is great about Canadian folk music - simple truths delivered with skill and emotional commitment."
- Brent Mason, New Brunswick Telegraph

"I just kept replaying it!"
- Frank Gosar, KLCC Oregon

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"I always thought Bill Bourne should have starred with Gene Hackman and Clint Eastwood in 'The Unforgiven.' He's a goddamn movie star, I'd say, with that black top hat and card shark face.

More importantly, he is a 'shining light' in the 'North American' Folk Roots scene. He sings, plays guitar and writes with deep soul, and on the current musical landscape these talents constitute a revolutionary act of ART.

Listen to Bill Bourne; get Religion, brother and sister. This is the real thing".

Tom Russell
El Paso, Texas