John K Samson performs "Heart of the Continent" (Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture)

The University of Manitoba's Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture (CCWOC) is proud to host it's Fall 2013 Songwriters in Residence: Christine Fellows and John K Samson!
On September 18th 2013, the CCWOC organized a welcome ceremony for the two accomplished songwriters. They performed a handful of their songs together including some new ones that audiences were lucky to hear for the first time.
Activate your Winnipeg nostalgia and enjoy this clip of John K Samson's song "Heart of the Continent".
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[@rg6093]

I have purchased 3 wool sweaters at that army surplus store. (buildings gone missing like teeth eh?) Dated a Winnipegger who said I was more prairie than her. Also was privelidged to work for Sloan, Our Lady Peace, Weakerthans, Serena Ryder, Hawksley Workman, Great Big Sea and others. Born in Mississauga. Connected to the maritimes. Poetry, Canadiana. Back to the Motor League. xo

[@jestintzi]

I was here! It was great. Beginning of my love for JKS's work.

[@underfakelights]

I’ve never been to Canada but God, I miss this building now. This was a beautiful rendition of such a beautiful song. ❤️

[@lootwijk]

Effing ell, they're good together. I hope they still are.

[@thomaspearson6564]

John is a treasure

[@yesfratbknowin1631]

cant mistake that voice awesome

[@DunkRyan]

Simply marvelous

[@ChristBurner]

...so... can i get a John K Samson/The Weakerthans - Conor Oberst/Bright Eyes 2021 tour????

[@misledyouth7613]

Wouldnt that be great

[@wiccangal50]

I love all of these...but what happened to J.K's hair...and face...he looks like Jesus, lol ;) :)