Boss_Tweedy Posted January 8, 2018 Share Posted January 8, 2018 I just learned that James's dad is the writer Larry McMurtry. Mind blown! I think I knew that at one time but forgot. I guess James comes by his wordsmithing honest. I was actually more excited about finally seeing him live, but Isbell & co. were great also. Link to post Share on other sites
kidsmoke Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 I did not know that! Mind equally blown! Link to post Share on other sites
Chez Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 I'm surprised that so many are surprised that James McMurtry is Larry's son. It seems like that fact has been mentioned in every review of James's work since "Too Long in the Wasteland." Link to post Share on other sites
calvino Posted January 12, 2018 Share Posted January 12, 2018 St. Vincent! Link to post Share on other sites
Oil Can Boyd Posted January 12, 2018 Share Posted January 12, 2018 I'm surprised that so many are surprised that James McMurtry is Larry's son. It seems like that fact has been mentioned in every review of James's work since "Too Long in the Wasteland." I'm in this camp. I was living with a friend when Too Long in the Wasteland came out. We played it a lot but my friend always called it "the album by Larry McMurtry's kid ..." Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted January 12, 2018 Share Posted January 12, 2018 I'm in this camp. I was living with a friend when Too Long in the Wasteland came out. We played it a lot but my friend always called it "the album by Larry McMurtry's kid ..."For me, I have heard of Larry McMurtry for 30-some years. James, maybe 8-10, and own none of his discs but appreciate his tunes when I hear them. It's not an automatic connection, I guess, for most people who know one or the other in a casual sense. Link to post Share on other sites
Oil Can Boyd Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Cracker/Camper Van Beethoven Link to post Share on other sites
remphish1 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Cracker/Camper Van BeethovenNice I’m going tomorrow! Link to post Share on other sites
calvino Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Great show by St. Vincent last night -- the whole concept worked great. Canned music - yet it seem pretty spontaneous. The whole production was done very well. Was not expecting it - but the opener - the married jazz duo Tuck & Patti were equally great. I heard that there was movie played prior to the show - I guess Annie decided to change things up this leg and I am glad she did - they were both incredibly sweet when talking about Annie and themselves -- they have been playing together for close to 40 years --- Patti said once you get past the 1st 15 years it all great -- you just got to stick with it.... They did a great version of "Little Wing". https://pitchfork.com/news/st-vincent-is-bringing-her-aunt-and-uncle-on-tour/ Also thought I spotted bbop in the lobby - but couldn't catch up to him to say hey... Link to post Share on other sites
worldrecordplayer Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Cracker/Camper Van Beethoven Nice. I've missed this show the last couple of years. In NYC this weekend, but I would have probably stayed home for the Pats game anyway. Link to post Share on other sites
Oil Can Boyd Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Nice. I've missed this show the last couple of years. In NYC this weekend, but I would have probably stayed home for the Pats game anyway.I swear this show has conflicted with Pats games before... Link to post Share on other sites
Boss_Tweedy Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Great show by St. Vincent last night -- the whole concept worked great. Canned music - yet it seem pretty spontaneous. The whole production was done very well. I've been on the fence about seeing her on this tour, but not because she's not great live. I saw her on her last tour and was impressed. I may have to see her again based on your recommendation. Link to post Share on other sites
remphish1 Posted January 14, 2018 Share Posted January 14, 2018 Ok now tonight Cracker and Camper Van Beethoven Link to post Share on other sites
nalafej Posted January 19, 2018 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Diane CoffeeRon Gallo Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted January 19, 2018 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Diane CoffeeRon GalloCatering to both the teetotaler and the wine-drinking crowds? Link to post Share on other sites
Chez Posted January 19, 2018 Share Posted January 19, 2018 ^^^ Well played! Link to post Share on other sites
worldrecordplayer Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Greensky Bluegrass Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Greensky BluegrassGood band.They were just out here for 3 nights. Link to post Share on other sites
worldrecordplayer Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Good band.They were just out here for 3 nights.Great. I've never seen them. Should be fun. Link to post Share on other sites
tinnitus photography Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 Was thinking of seeing Snail Mail tonight but it sold out. Oh well. Link to post Share on other sites
brownie Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 Saw the Posies tonight, who did a breathtaking unmiked version of Big Star’s Thirteen. That in and of itself was worth the price of the ticket. Link to post Share on other sites
kidsmoke Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 Saw the Posies tonight, who did a breathtaking unmiked version of Big Star’s Thirteen. That in and of itself was worth the price of the ticket. Wish I'd been there! Link to post Share on other sites
theashtraysays Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 Neko Case! Link to post Share on other sites
tinnitus photography Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 Neko Case! enjoy! from the two set lists up on setlist.fm on this tour, it looks like a great show. Link to post Share on other sites
Oil Can Boyd Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 Neko Case! Jealous! Link to post Share on other sites
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