Thursday, January 8, 2009

Hello All

This is my first post on my new blog. Hopefully I'll actually stick with this one.


In it, I plan on releasing images of my art work and shirt designs, as well as reviewing movies, albums, and concerts.

I'll start this with a review of my first concert of the year, which took place on the first day of the year. I witnessed the fun and passion that is Jason Webley.

I've been a fan of his for a couple of years now, and have wanted to see him live for most of that time. I finally got my chance Jan. 1 at the Local 506 in Chapel hill, NC. The club was nice, though very small. For the purposes of this show, itwas perfect, as Webley is a one man band.

The show started with Billy Sugar fix who was a lot of fun, though I'd never heard him before. His songs were good and he seemed pretty interesting.

But Jason Webley was the attraction, and I have far more to say about him.

First of all, he started his set with a Nick Drake cover, which he sung beautifully. His accordion playing was also exquisite.

I've never seen someone go from humor to pain so readily. He poke a lot between songs, even pointing out that fact at one point and demanding our outrage for it. During he rambling, he was genuinely hilarious and a joy to listen to. During his songs, however, you really saw into his heart. Granted, man of his songsare funny as well. But just looking at the soul in his face when he sings is amazing. Watching his exaustion and seeing how much of himself he puts into his shows was inspiring.

He was literally a one man band. He played accordion and guitar (not simultaneously though) and did percusion using his boots and the stage. He also got the crowd involved more than many concerts I've been to, which is always great.


In all, I loved the show, and will definitelybe seeing himagain when he comes through the area.



Well, I know it's not much of a review, butit's my first.

I hope people enjoy it, and stick around for more to come.

Cheers,
La Boheme

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