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With a career that has spanned four decades producing an acclaimed body of work that has sold over 2 million copies worldwide, Bruce Cockburn continues to be revered by fans and fellow musicians alike as one of the most important songwriters of his generation. 'Small Source of Comfor't is Cockburn's first studio album in six years - a rhythmic and highly evocative collection of 14 new tracks inspired by his renowned unusual and diverse muse - recent trips to Afghanistan and ponderings on the re-incarnation of Richard Nixon, to road trips and unreturned phone calls. The album boasts some of the best musicians recording today, including violinist Jenny Scheinman, former Wailin' Jenny Annabelle Chvostek, and long time collaborators Gary Craig, Jon Dymond and producer Colin Linden. As both a songwriter and a guitarist, Bruce Cockburn is considered among the world's best. The New York Times called him a "virtuoso on guitar," while Acoustic Guitar magazine placed him in the esteemed company of Andrés Segova, Bill Frisell and Django Reinhardt. Cockburn's songs have been covered by such diverse and talented artists as Elbow, Jimmy Buffett, Judy Collins, Anne Murray, Chet Atkins, k.d. lang, Barenaked Ladies, and the Grateful Dead's Jerry Garcia.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By Geraint Rees
Format:Audio CD
I should start by saying that I've been a fan of Cockburn's for about 25 years - and remember listening to him and just "not getting it" at the beginning. A trusted friend was a big fan, and I could only think that if he liked Cockburn's music there had to be something in it. So if you haven't listened to Cockburn before, don't expect to enjoy it the first time you hear it. It is not easy pop, single layered music.
This album is the latest in a line of over 30 albums from a man who is now well into his mid 60s. I listened to it about 5 times before deciding that I loved it. 10 more listens and I will go as far as to say that it is definitely one of his best, in a long line of excellent albums.
The style is guitar led, melodic thoughtful and sometimes ironically funny songs. The genres are various - bluesy, rootsy, jazzy, even a little gentle rocky..... it is a pot pourri of styles, but all delivered with his characteristic excellent guitar playing. This album has more instrumentals on it than any of his previous ones, but still has some rich poetry set to music. Which other artist would start a song with "The dichotomy of being a sentient being" ?? The layers of words and music, voice and guitar, mood and wit all create a rich tapestry which merits listen after listn.
This album will be a grower, and I've got the feeling that it will be the soundtrack to 2011 for me.
This album is the latest in a line of over 30 albums from a man who is now well into his mid 60s. I listened to it about 5 times before deciding that I loved it. 10 more listens and I will go as far as to say that it is definitely one of his best, in a long line of excellent albums.
The style is guitar led, melodic thoughtful and sometimes ironically funny songs. The genres are various - bluesy, rootsy, jazzy, even a little gentle rocky..... it is a pot pourri of styles, but all delivered with his characteristic excellent guitar playing. This album has more instrumentals on it than any of his previous ones, but still has some rich poetry set to music. Which other artist would start a song with "The dichotomy of being a sentient being" ?? The layers of words and music, voice and guitar, mood and wit all create a rich tapestry which merits listen after listn.
This album will be a grower, and I've got the feeling that it will be the soundtrack to 2011 for me.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Lets start with the fact that i know Bruce Cockburn for 30 years and have all his albums except for 3 live albums and the poor world of wonders.
Humans(1980) was my inroduction to his music; together with dancing in the dragon jaws and stealing fire his best album.
This is an album which reminds me of the beginning of his career; a few instrumentals and an intimate sound.
Ofcourse his first albums were mostly consisting of folk music with jazz and blues influences.
This album is modern in its sound and production.
Usually on cockburn albums the music grows after repeated listening; this is an exception i liked it immediately.
Nice and sometimes funny lyrics;; beautiful melodies very good sound quality.
52 minutes of excellent music.
No standout tracks; the album is the highlight!
His best album of the last 15 years!
4 1/2 stars
highly recommended
Humans(1980) was my inroduction to his music; together with dancing in the dragon jaws and stealing fire his best album.
This is an album which reminds me of the beginning of his career; a few instrumentals and an intimate sound.
Ofcourse his first albums were mostly consisting of folk music with jazz and blues influences.
This album is modern in its sound and production.
Usually on cockburn albums the music grows after repeated listening; this is an exception i liked it immediately.
Nice and sometimes funny lyrics;; beautiful melodies very good sound quality.
52 minutes of excellent music.
No standout tracks; the album is the highlight!
His best album of the last 15 years!
4 1/2 stars
highly recommended
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Leicester Bangs
TOP 500 REVIEWER
Format:Audio CD
Bruce Cockburn - Small Source Of Comfort (True North)
A long-time traveller to the world's warmer hot spots, his 2009 trip to Afghanistan has certainly helped shape "Small Source Of Comfort", his 31st album of socially aware, intricately crafted folksong. Titles such as "Comets Of Kandahar" give the game away, and "Each One Lost", which refers to a ceremony Cockburn witnessed, honouring two young Canadian soldiers killed that day - it's literal account and solemn presentation elegantly makes its point. The opening number, "The Iris Of The World" is slightly awry, exceedingly catchy and utterly brilliant. If there were any justice, Radio 2 would make it a huge hit. 8/10.
A long-time traveller to the world's warmer hot spots, his 2009 trip to Afghanistan has certainly helped shape "Small Source Of Comfort", his 31st album of socially aware, intricately crafted folksong. Titles such as "Comets Of Kandahar" give the game away, and "Each One Lost", which refers to a ceremony Cockburn witnessed, honouring two young Canadian soldiers killed that day - it's literal account and solemn presentation elegantly makes its point. The opening number, "The Iris Of The World" is slightly awry, exceedingly catchy and utterly brilliant. If there were any justice, Radio 2 would make it a huge hit. 8/10.
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Brucie Bonus!
Though Bruce Cockburn is getting on a bit in years now, he still packs a real punch - and this latest CD is up there with his best! Read more
Published 16 months ago by Gibbo
3.0 out of 5 stars
Definitely a rather small source of comfort
Bruce Cockburn is one of my very favourite artists and I enjoy anything he does. This album is indeed a rather small source of comfort though. Read more
Published 19 months ago by K. A. Elford
4.0 out of 5 stars
major source of comfort but with small reservations!
I can't help thinking that if Bruce had made half as many albums with all the best songs, he would now be receiving the recognition he truly deserves. Read more
Published on 27 April 2011 by J. P. morgan
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