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David Francey Is A Scottish-Born Canadian Folk Singer-Songwriter. Born On 17 November 1954 In Ayrshire Scotland Francey Immigrated To Canada With His Family At Age 12. After Spending Much Of His Life Doing Labour Such As Carpentry He Began A Career In Folk Music In 1999 Quickly Making A Name For Himself On The Folk Festival Circuit Where He Continues To Perform. Since Leaving Construction And Recording Torn Screen Door In 1999 Francey Has Established Himself As One Of Today’s Finest Singer-Songwriters. Francey Has Released 9 CDs To Date. His Most Recent Is "Late Edition" - His 2011 Album Released In April. Francey’s CD Right Of Passage Earned Him His Third JUNO Canada’s Top Music Award In Less Than Five Years. Francey Also Had The Honour Of Receiving The Prestigious SOCAN Folk Music Award. "David’s Straightforward Songs Tell Honest Stories Of Real People And Real Places. Poetic Perception And A Keen Eye For The Heart Of The Matter Are Trademarks Of The Man And His Music. His Songs And Stories Are A Direct Connection For Audiences Seeking Depth And Meaning In The Day-To-Day." Shelter Valley Folk Festival "I Discovered This Guy On The Red House Label And Really Liked His Style. He Reminds A Bit Of Richard Thompson But Has A Great Soul In His Voice. He Has Some Great Lines As Well..."I Keep Watch With A Weather Eye". Take A Listen It Wont Disappoint." read less