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Lyle Lovett, John Hiatt, Joe Ely, Guy Clark

I saw these four gentlemen perform together last night. Four chairs, four guitars, and them sitting in a row on the stage. Each taking a turn playing their songs. It was an amazing performance. After last night, I want to expose myself to more of John Hiatt's music. He has a really quirky voice and a wry way of looking at the world, plus his guitar playing really impressed me. Can anyone recommend some of his music for me? I would love to get my hands on some of his work on vinyl, but CD/SACD will work as well. It was great to see a show in which everyone on the stage was an equal, each sharing, laughing, and applauding the other's playing. As usual, Lyles voice was wonderful, and Ely and Clark have always been a treat to listen to, with their songs of West Texas. What a great night! 2 1/2 hours of wonderful music making. If this tour makes it to your area, don't miss it.
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jgreenwood
20 posts
 
I'll be there tonight. Now I'm really looking forward to it.

I don't think anyone mentioned "Walk On" which is definitely one of my favorite Hiatt albums. Also, there is (was?) a two disk compilation on Hippo(?) that covered his entire career through "Crossing Muddy Waters."

"Beneath This Gruff Interior" suffers from surprisingly poor sound (surprisingly because it was mastered by Doug Sax). Songs are good, but not among Hiatt's best.

Getting ready to head out . . .
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drubin
3,274 posts
 
I saw those four guys here in Redwood City last year. A great night of music, including Neil Young being summoned out of the audience to do a song of his own. I thought Hiatt sort of stole the show, though. If you have a chance to catch him with his band, The Goners, don't miss it. He is such a charming, entertaining guy on stage. His lyrics are terrific, and I find I really connect with them during live performances. And The Goners really rock, especially with Sonny Landreth on guitar.

In addition to Slow Turning and Bring the Family, I recommend Stolen Moments, which includes a favorite of mine, Real Fine Love.
eldulcesol
197 posts
 
John Hiatt's 'Perfectly Good Guitar' will be a good start.
cmo
471 posts
 
I have got to chime in on this one. I first saw Hiatt in 1988 or'89 while I was in college in Ohio. He was opening for Robert Cray. He had Sonny Landreth on guitar and had just released "Slow Turning" which is one of his best IMO. I had just bought "Bring the family" which is probably my fav. (being a huge Ry Cooder fan as well). I have seen him many times since then but the first is always best somehow. I now live in Austin TX and the other guy's you saw play around town quite often(and are from these parts). If you like those guy's you might also want to check out Robert Earl Keen, James McMurtry, Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Rodney Crowell, Willis Alan ramsey.......... and whatever you do don't forget the late great Townes Van Zandt................ I could go on. These are all "local" guys that I love and see play regularly (Austin is pretty damn cool)........ anyway my two cents.
easy_e
95 posts
 
I agree 100% w/ davebachmann (above):

Bring the Family
Slow Turning
Crossing Muddy Water

I can't believe nobody mentioned The Tiki Bar is Open.
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