Borrowed Tunes II: A Tribute to Neil Young

In 1994 a tribute album to Neil Young called Borrowed Tunes: A Tribute to Neil Young was released. Now comes word that a followup tribute called Borrowed Tunes II will be released later this year.

From the press release:

Sirius Canada Inc. & Universal Music Canada are joining forces to record and produce Borrowed Tunes II, a musical tribute to Canadian music legend Neil Young featuring a mix of popular Canadian artists and new and emerging musicians performing their own version of a Neil Young song.

Collaborating artists include Barenaked Ladies, Emily Haines, Finger Eleven, Chantal Kreviazuk, Dallas Green, Hawksley Workman, Raine Maida of Our Lady Peace, Ron Sexsmith, Goldendogs, Quebec-based Dobacaracol, Jorane and many others.

"I'm excited to pay tribute to Neil Young and his incredible body of work," said Chantal Kreviazuk. "Neil's songs have inspired so many Canadian musicians over the years and the Borrowed Tunes II recording is a wonderful way to honour him."

"Neil Young is one artist who all five of us regard as a hero and a musical inspiration," added Kevin Hearn of Barenaked Ladies. "We are delighted to pay tribute to him."

"Sirius Canada is thrilled to work with these immensely talented artists on this unique Neil Young tribute project," enthused Andreanne Sasseville, Director of Canadian Talent Development for Sirius Canada. "Sirius is committed to helping established and emerging Canadian artists expand their fan base, and allowing
Canadian music fans to connect with their favourite artists in new and meaningful ways."

Distributed by Universal Music in Canada, Borrowed Tunes II will be recorded in conjunction with Toronto-based producer Mike Roth (Big Bold Sun Music), and will be available at the end of the summer. Selected tracks from the recording will be featured on Sirius Canada's Iceberg channel 95.

All proceeds from album sales will benefit two not-for-profit organizations selected by Neil Young: The Bridge School and Toronto-based Safehaven."

More on other artists covering Neil Young songs.
Thanks Chris!

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