Jackson Browne at UPAC Nov. 2009

Someone you lost track of long ago
Tell them that it's someone you need worse than
Anybody else you'll ever know

Clyde Jackson Browne was just fantastic last night at UPAC, in Kingston, NY, a troubadour with lyrics that move the heart. Years ago I remember late night drives all over the East Coast singing his ballads while just heading out, anywhere. That dates back from eight track times. To hear Clyde play acoustically was a cross between going back in time and yet hearing a whole new song that you just knew the words to. Sixteen guitars, an electric piano and one tuner was all that was traveling this route. Many thanks to my old AZ friend, Julie (Party) Parker for getting me a ticket and motivating me to go, after this gig I will not let old friends or music fade.

Time running out time running out
For the fool still asking what his life is about
Time running out time running out.

Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt, Rock Kingston New York

Two of my favorite strutting roosters of rock and folk took the stage at UPAC in Kingston last night, Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt. It was just the two strummers with guitars and stories galore, perfect in every way. It was a full house and a very appreciative audience. Hiatt started the show with, Perfectly Good Guitar and Lovett followed with Skinny Legs. For the encore the two brought out Garth Hudson, a past member of the Band and local resident for Ain’t No More Cane. (on the Brazos) His red accordion shiny in the spot light, thanks L Gruberg for putting together good people for a great show.