I awoke yesterday morning to the terrible news that Newfoundland singer/songwriter Ron Hynes had died. He had suffered from cancer for several years; but still, his death came as a shock. His songs were the songs of the people; his stories were our stories. He wrote about things that mattered to us all. His work embodied originality and was a world away from the hollow, predictable sounds of commercial radio. Very recently, I had the privilege to see this master perform in an intimate … [Read more...]
Ron Hynes, A Canadian Treasure
Ron Hynes, A Canadian Treasure It’s not often you have the opportunity to watch a songwriting legend perform in an intimate setting. Such was the case on Sunday, September 1st at The Barrel's Head Gastropub and Wine Bar in Rothesay, New Brunswick. … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday ~ Ron Hynes, A Canadian Legend {w/Linky}
This past Sunday I had the pleasure of attending an intimate show by acclaimed singer/songwriter and Newfoundland native, Ron Hynes. … [Read more...]