An introduction by Jeff Johnson –

In the Fall of 1987 I traveled to Europe for several weeks. Much of the inspiration for this album came from that trip which became a sort of "pilgrimage." These songs continue and, in some respects, complete many of the themes and ideas I have presented on my previous solo vocal albums. For me, these albums chronicle my own pilgrimage. Like looking through old photo albums, I listen to them from time to time and remember: where I have been, what I have seen, and most importantly, who I have met along the way. It is to those many "faces" of family and friends, both past and present, that Pilgrimage is dedicated.

The lyrics are so literate and the music is so mesmerizing...the results are marvelous.

– Harvest Rock Syndicate (July 1989)