AMA week, so far
Been a great week here in Music Business City. Perfect weather for anything, including the Americana Music Association’s annual Festival/Conference. I’ve done little business, but have made some music–and that continues tonight and tomorrow with two quartet shows: tonight I’ll be playing the Family Wash along with Amelia White and Margo Price; Saturday afternoon I’ll […]
Early September Update: That Vicodin Confidence
Well, I intended to post something before taking off for Louisiana early on August 30, but didn’t quite get there. I offer the usual apologies for my relative silence over the last several days, but maybe we all needed a break, ha ha. I’ve been more of a lurker online lately–busy with gigs and other issues […]
Waiting on my (appliance repair) man: shows this week/a zen rant
Happy Tuesday, friends and lurkers, I had a fantastic, if exhausting, solo run over the weekend; just got back last night. Audiences strong in number and enthusiasm make a troubadour feel damned fine. I thank you for being there, listeners and hosts. Thanks too, to my booking agent, Rodney Metoyer, for making all of these […]
So long, PA, NY; hello Iowa, Missouri
On my way to Iowa City today, for the first of 3 shows this week. Had a very restful night at Gary and Joann’s in St. Louis; what highway angels they are to house me (and many many other troubadours) on my way through. Yep, the coffee is working its magic; the cinnamon roll is […]