Released: Jun 06, 2006
℗ 2006 Tranquilla Music

A Few Simple Verses” is a heartfelt collection of songs that James Keelaghan has long cherished, featuring covers of treasured folk songs that have shaped his musical journey. Some tracks were learned in his youth, others chosen for their emotional significance, with each song telling a compelling story. The album also includes a new song by acclaimed UK songwriter Jez Lowe.

What makes this album special is the diversity of musicians who contributed, including Danu, Nancy Kerr & James Fagan, Jordan McConnell (The Duhks), Stephen Fearing, Oscar Lopez, Ruth Moody (The Wailin’ Jennies), and Geoff Kelley (Spirit of the West). With Keelaghan’s distinctive voice leading the way, the album won him the ‘Best Traditional Singer’ award at the Canadian Folk Awards, reaffirming his role as a guardian of folk tradition.