Cosmic folk with a Universal spirituality - features covers of three of the Donovan tunes from the Zeffirelli film, plus - soothing, nurturing and uplifting positive images of love and nature for inner peace.

REVIEWS:

BROTHER SUN SISTER MOON – BUDDY COMFORT Grace Notes:

On his newest release, Brother Sun, Sister Moon, Buddy Comfort plumbs the

Cosmic folk with a Universal spirituality - features covers of three of the Donovan tunes from the Zeffirelli film, plus - soothing, nurturing and uplifting positive images of love and nature for inner peace.

REVIEWS:

BROTHER SUN SISTER MOON – BUDDY COMFORT Grace Notes:

On his newest release, Brother Sun, Sister Moon, Buddy Comfort plumbs the depths of his heart to touch ours. In the true troubadour tradition he tells a tale. This is not a tale of mundane events or sentimental romance, but a story of the yearning of a soul seeking to consciously know itself. This is an ode to the spirit of St. Francis, to simplicity of lifestyle, compassion for humanity, and union with nature. The inclusion of three seldom heard songs composed by Donovan for Franco Zeffirelli’s transcendent film is cause for celebration in itself, but the great gift is that these gems are impeccably set and matched by stunning original jewels, creating a total work of art expressing the theme of unconditional love. This album takes you beyond concerns of the moment and into the infinite quietude, alone with the beloved.

Will Noffke - New Horizons

BROTHER SUN SISTER MOON – BUDDY COMFORT

This gentle, sweet music brings to mind scenes from the movie of the same title. Inspired by the life of St. Francis of Assisi, the movie was beautifully embellished with a soundtrack sung and composed by Donovan. On This Lovely Day, Stone By Stone and the title song are beautifully reborn here with Comfort's honey-warm, eloquently expressive voice. The theme of the spirit of St. Francis permeates thealbum in a very universal way, appropriate to our times when the need for spiritual revival through reunification with nature is obvious.

"Brother Sun, Sister Moon/ I now do see you/ I can hear your tune/ So much in love with all that I survey." A traditional Shaker hymn, What Wondrous Love is This, gets new life with cosmic elongated echoes and deep slow notes, the vocal sounds suggestive of a large cave.

Comfort's own compositions are excellent and on par with his righteous selections. Love Is The Night and I Love My Life are melodic mantras beckoning to be sung as a prayer for transformation, and powerful in their essential affirmative nature. The more complex St. Francis and the Eagle inspired by Comfort's trip to Assisi, Italy, resonates with a universal spirit of oneness with all; "I am imprisoned here in earthbound flesh and bone/ Have no wings to follow you/ Must remain here alone." It's difficult to over praise Comfort's warm, expressive flowing voice, always easy to understand, always conveying with nuance of phrase and intonation a powerful connection, a great caring; it's the kind of singing that includes the listener in a loving universe. It can bring a catharsis of emotion, a great desire to sing along, to know the reality of transcendent love. Great for relaxing, singing along (lyrics included), lullaby time for the whole family. Recommended.

TECH NOTES: Excellent vocals and recording. Cello, violin, Celtic harp, guitar, synth. Beautiful accompaniments.
Other titles: Prayer of St. Francis.

Heartsong Review

by Acacia

BROTHER SUN SISTER MOON – BUDDY COMFORT

Intimate Balance - Music that lifts our hearts is a touchstone for intimacy with ourselves, gifting us with self-knowledge that can be shared with others

Humankind is torn between the need for love, fellowship,and intimacy and the fear of rejection, commitment, and loss. Being open and intimate with another, as well as with ourselves, is the bravest thing we can do. Finding the strength to recognize and appreciate one's inner being, then sharing this joyful discovery with others, leads to reciprocity and true companionship. Music is a tool that can help us develop this intimacy.

Music invites us to close our eyes, relax, and spend some quality time with ourselves. At worst, we will receiveabout an hour's worth of entertainment; at best, we will get to journey deep within our souls, permitting the music to touch buried emotions and liberate both fantasy and memory. Music that lifts our hearts is a touchstone for intimacy with ourselves, gifting us with self-knowledge that can be shared with others.

I heartily encourage you to listen to the music reviewed here with your lover, spouse, children, friends, family, or even a stranger. Sit comfortably and let the sounds and sights guide you to the commonality that all life shares, found inside your own heart, and recognize the other as yourself.

Brother Sun, Sister Moon by Buddy Comfort is one of the best new age vocal albums released, both in intent and performance.
Guitarist/vocalist Comfort is committed to the use of song as a vehicle for world peace.
His soothing voice and simple arrangements encourage participation, particularly on the three instantly recognizable (and still appealing) Donovan songs from the unforgettably beautiful Zefferelli film of the same name. Comfort's original compositions are just as memorable; their gentle spirituality and reverent warmth have universal appeal.

Yoga Journal

by P.J. Borosek

BROTHER SUN SISTER MOON – BUDDY COMFORT

Years ago, Buddy Comfort was one of the leading voices of New Age songwriter. His tapes were heard on Music From the Hearts of Space. Now 10+ years later, his classic title, "Brother Sun, Sister Moon" is finally on CD. Buddy's soothing, gorgeous voice and depth of his expression ring through with as much impact as a decade ago. Taking as its inspiration three songs from the movie of the same name (whose soundtrack was never released or viable), these songs, originally written and sung by Donovan, are more timely and appropriate than ever. Also on the CD is "Prayer of St. Francis", and original songs like "Love is the Night: and "St. Francis and the Eagle." The title song includes the rich cello of David Darling plus Scottish fidler, Alasdair Fraser. The message is universal in its appeal and "focuses on the love reflected through the beauty of nature and human beings who dwell upon the earth seeking a relationship with their creator".

Heartbeats Catalog and Backroads Music Common Ground Spring 2002

by Lloyd Barde