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Unreleased John Prine Recordings to Be Compiled In New Collection Found Dogs
To mark what would have been John Prine's 80th birthday and the 30th anniversary of his album Lost Dogs & Mixed Blessings, Oh Boy Records is releasing a new archival collection of previously unheard recordings called Found Dogs on 9 October 2026. The release forms part of a wider year-long celebration of the late folk singer-songwriter's life and work by his family and label.
The 10-track collection, first issued as a limited 2,000-copy vinyl pressing for Record Store Day in April, features acoustic solo performances, alternate takes and several unreleased Prine originals, including "World Without Love", "Hey Ah Nothin'" and "Dogs in Burlington". It follows the spring release of the first official complete live concert recording, Prine: Live at Old Town School of Folk, and precedes the Souvenirs: 80 Years of John Prine tribute concert at Chicago Theatre on 8 October, hosted by John C. Reilly and featuring artists such as Margo Price, Steve Earle and Joy Oladokun.
In short
- Oh Boy Records to release Found Dogs, unheard Prine recordings, on 9 October
- Marks 30th anniversary of Lost Dogs & Mixed Blessings and Prine's 80th birthday
- Chicago tribute concert featuring Steve Earle and Margo Price follows on 8 October
Explained simply
John Prine was an American folk singer-songwriter who died in 2020. He is considered one of the most influential musicians of his generation, known for songs built on careful storytelling and emotional depth. His influence extends across generations of musicians, with contemporary artists regularly performing and honouring his work.
This year holds special significance for admirers of Prine's legacy, as it marks both what would have been his 80th birthday and 30 years since the release of his album Lost Dogs & Mixed Blessings. Anniversaries like these often prompt record labels and families of deceased artists to examine their archives and release previously unreleased material. Such releases allow fans to discover new dimensions of an artist's work and hear performances they otherwise would never have heard.
The broader celebration of Prine's legacy this year, including tribute concerts and archival releases, reflects how artists of his stature continue to influence music and culture decades after their deaths.