Jackson Browne Solo Acoustic

Speaking of Jackson Browne, a few years ago I saw him in a benefit concert in a small venue with Bonnie Raitt and Keb Mo'. He was on stage doing some solo pickin' when he starts tuning up his electric guitar to do some slide work. His back was to the audience, fiddling with the guitar. He suddenly turns around with a sly grin on his face and says, "I know what you're thinking.... you're thinking what the hell am I doing trying to play slide guitar when Bonnie and Keb are backstage." Then he starts to play, and about thirty seconds into the song, he stops, goes to the mike, and says "Hey Bonnie, get out here and bail me out." So Bonnie came on and they played a duet, with Bonnie playing the slide part.

It was a great moment...seeing his humor, and acknowledging that his blues/slide guitar takes a back seat to Bonnie and Keb.

Jackson Browne was my first live concert I attended at the age of 16. I'll never forget it. I was not aware of this new release, thanks for starting this thread Rb, I will pick it up soon.

One of the greatest songwriters of our time. And then he adds his talent as a performer. What a living legend!

I saw Jackson play acoustic in a small hall 2 or 3 years ago. Thanks for letting me know about the acoustic disc. This should very special.

I saw him years ago when he had David Lindley in the band (shit, could that guy play slide!). He put on a trememndous show, as I remember. I like his early stuff best, but of his more recent records, I dig "I'm Alive." He seems to be returning to the sound that made him famous--which is welcome, after trend-following albums like "Lawyers in Love." I haven't listened to "Acoustic" yet, but I may have to pop it in tonight.