firehorse

I saw Lucinda play live for the first time at the Catalyst show 8/31.
IMHO she was completely wasted, and delivered the lyrics of the first part of the set with as much enthusiasm as a teenager being forced to read aloud in class.
I was shocked to see her read the lyrics, and to give off such a could-care-less vibe—I thought she might A) pass out or B) leave the stage
As a performer, I felt it was irresponsible to her audience for her to show up so late, loaded and lame.

The show did improve somewhat, and the band got the energy up, especially the great drummer.
But, after 20 years of listening to her music—Seeing her live, I expected more heart, more presence. I don’t know what was wrong or if it was a fluke. I sought out this forum because it has continued to disturb me.
She’s back in SF in November and I was wondering if I should give it another chance. If this is par for the course, I’ll stay home.