Bruce Cockburn

Bruce Cockburn (Pronounced "Coburn") (born May 27, 1945) is a Canadian folk/rock guitarist and singer/songwriter. He has recorded over 25 albums, and written songs ranging from sophisticated and soulful folk music to jazz-influen

Bruce Cockburn (Pronounced "Coburn") (born May 27, 1945) is a Canadian folk/rock guitarist and singer/songwriter. He has recorded over 25 albums, and written songs ranging from sophisticated and soulful folk music to jazz-influenced rock to rock and roll.

Cockburn was born in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada and began his career in the late 1960s in a band called "The Children". By 1970, Cockburn had begun his solo career with the release of his first self-titled solo album. Cockburn's phenomenal guitar work and songwriting skills won him a devoted following. Early in his career, he became a devout Christian; many of his albums from the 1970s show evidence of his religious beliefs.