JUNO AWARD WINNER FROM PEGUIS FIRST NATION

William Prince brings his unmistakable voice and deeply moving songwriting to the stage in support of his latest album, Further From the Country. He creates a rare connection with audiences, crafting thoughtful, story-rich performances that linger long after the final note. Prince expands his sound and sharpens his focus for a collection of songs that share personal and universal truths alike. A commanding and accomplished album, Further From the Country signals an artist who has impelled his craft to formidable new heights.

“It may not seem possible that the origin of the universe stems from a reservation in Manitoba, Canada, but for this story, it does. I’ve always felt the world beyond the reservation. Something cosmic and universal called to me. In the beginning, music was quiet and sombre, a form of grief counselling there to serve people in need. But this new album is of great speed, flash and volume.”

The two-time JUNO Award-winning artist continues to build an exceptional body of acclaimed work, with recent accolades including the John Prine Songwriter Fellowship and Americana Honors & Awards nomination. From Newport Folk Festival to sold-out shows at prestigious theatres, including Massey Hall, from NPR’s Tiny Desk to tours with The War and Treaty, Yola and more, William Prince has made significant appearances on historic stages. Celebrated by peers, critics and fans alike, his songs resonate on deep emotional levels.

Prince’s upbringing and experiences in Peguis First Nation shape his unique perspective on the world. The new album resurfaces memories of youth — not all of them happy — as a framework for processing the heartaches, injustices and overwhelming sorrows. In “Damn” and “All the Same,” Prince writes with striking clarity and sensitivity, drawing parallels from small-town to big-city hardships. These deeply human songs land with both emotional weight and universal resonance.

William Prince’s perspective — a songwriter who carries great legacies of family and songcraft forward — is singular and significant. Further From the Country, his fifth LP, is an extraordinary work of observation, reflection and ambition, a work that will leave its mark on listeners for its humanity and its potency.