Bruce Cockburn coming to Burt in April

Canadian folk legend Bruce Cockburn is celebrated for his own extensive catalogue of songs, including If I Had a Rocket Launcher and Lovers in a Dangerous Time. Now the songwriter/guitarist is releasing The Blood of Others, a tribute to the tunes that shaped him.

Out Oct. 16, the album includes tracks by Bessie Smith, Ian & Sylvia, Elvis Presley and Jellyroll Morton, among many others. Cockburn brings his tour in support of the album to the Burton Cummings Theatre on April 17. Tickets (prices TBA) go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. at winnipegfolkfestival.ca.