Well it's a little over 100 degrees today so I'm happy the ac is working. The Wilco/VA trip went on without a hitch. The show was definitely worth the trip and reconnecting with old friends is always a plus. Wolf trap was a perfect setting for the experience. The weather was in the upper 60's, the stars were bright and Wilco sounded better than ever. Since I'm by no means a professional writer click here for a pretty solid review of the show. All i would add is that if the boys come to your town this summer or fall check em out because you won't be let down.
Alright let's get to today's post. For me Willie Nelson is the ultimate "Tear in my Beer" troubadour. His voice and deliver are so calming. Despite all the hardships he always provides a sense of hope in his songs. I really enjoyed two of his 90's albums. The first one being Spirit which goes back to the Red Headed Stranger era with just Willie on his acoustic guitar and sister Bobbie on the piano (and i little fiddle thrown in for good measure). For today we'll listen to a track from the follow up album, Teatro. This one has a little more instrumentation and was produced by Daniel Lanois. If you're a fan of the late 90's/current Dylan records I think you'll dig this CD. Oh yeah did i mention Emmylou Harris sings back up on most of the tracks? Enjoy the rest of your Sunday...............
Somebody Pick Up My Pieces
