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After hearing a couple of things by Escovedo, I’d like to pick up one of his albums.
Any recomendations?
Also, this tribute album, in which Lu sings “Pyramid of Tears” seems to be out of print?
Anyone know where I can find this?
Thanks again to all who answer.
@Red Dirt Girl EH wrote:
@Stan wrote:
I’m embarrassed to say, but last year at the Pageant, when it was just Doug and Lu, she did “Where Is My Love,” and I screamed out…”Here I am Lucinda!” LOL I’m usually much more respectful of live performances, but Lu just brings out the beast in me.
😆 That’s so funny! I was tempted to yell out “More Honey Bee!!”. I wouldn’t worry, I don’t usually dance (ever EVER) and I was dancing at that crowded concert. Lucinda casts quite a spell.
As for singing, you REALLY don’t want to hear that!
Awh…singing is just practice, just like any other instrument…few are natural born talents
It would be nice to find an article detailing what kind of equipment Doug uses….guitars, effects, amps, influences…etc
I’ve written Guitar Player magazine in the hopes they’d do an article.
You girls may be a bit young, but I met Ray Davies of the Kinks once. Quite the proper English gentleman. I was in awe…here I was standing next to a Rock and Roll legend! ( Kinks songs you may have heard…Lola, You Really Got me, Come Dancing, Tired of Waiting, Picture Book, Dandy, Waterloo Sunset…far too many to mention)
I’m embarrassed to say, but last year at the Pageant, when it was just Doug and Lu, she did “Where Is My Love,” and I screamed out…”Here I am Lucinda!” LOL I’m usually much more respectful of live performances, but Lu just brings out the beast in me.
If Lucinda ever gave me a hug, she’d have to call the bouncers to pry me off of her! Haha!
I love that here she is, 54 now(?) and she’s stayed with her craft all these years and stayed true to her music, and now, finally, she seems to be getting the acclaim and wealth she so richly deserves.
She just needs a good man in her life. (sigh) Poor girl has had too much heartache.
Either of you two sing and play guitar?
I’d love to meet Lu sometime. Usually I’m with a ‘date’ and they would not think kindly of me playing groupy to Lucinda. LOL ( Let’s face it…I’d leave anyone for Lucinda…she just needs a good man…sigh) Anyway, very nice story, Red dirt Girl…glad you got to meet her.
I believe the first song Lu played was “Rescue,” which the first review verifies.
That was my argument to his blog.
Why play a rocker first song in the set? People are naturally interested when you first start a set of music, so you already have their attention. I’ve always heard the “hits” are better played 3rd in the set. Even the late great Benny Goodman believed in this approach.
The 1st reviewer criticized Lu for playing a slow spacey number to open the evening…I thought it was perfect.
Peace,. love and revolution,
Stan
I agree….it was a great show. Lu seems to enjoy playing at the Pageant, so that’s a good thing for us.
I had planned to write down a set list, but never got around to it. Between all of us we could probably remember what she played?
I wanted to hear “Where Is My Love,” but I don’t think she played that one? I remember her announcing it as a new song last year at the Pageant.
“Honey Bee?” I’d have to hear it again. That was my first time and all I remember is that it was a pretty raucous song.
Thanks for the link, LikeaRose.
A much more reasonable review of the StL show than the tripe from that arrogant snot-nosed kid Eric Welchell, ..or whatever his name was?
I mean, c’mon…Eric starts his review by saying something like..”It’s hard to write about Lu and say anything new or insiteful about her shows.”
What a weenie. LOL
Of course, any journalism flunk-out can write a blog these days. Doesn’t mean he knows a thing about music.
I was at the show in U.City and thought Lucinda was great. I was in the left balcony and yelled out “Feedback, Doug,” after which Lu introduced the band. In fact, I believe I helped start the applause after Doug’s first solo. ‘Rescue’ was a nice spacey way to start the evening…great touch..save the rockers for later.
There’s an old tried and true formula in live performance music…never do your rockers right off the bat, but save one of your best songs for third in the set, not first.
I first saw Lu when she opened up for Neil Youngs Greenville tour at UMB, or Riverport (?).. and she totally mesmorized me.
The reviewer is out of touch as Lu has lately relied on thrashing electric guitars and pounding drums and gotten away from the ‘country twang that may be more indicative of her studio work, especially now with Mr. Pettibone at the lead duties….even as far back as her DVD at Austin City Limits.
Even last year, at the Pageant, with just Doug and Lu, the thrashing, feedback laced guitar work was still evident much of the night, despite being labled more of an acoustic show.
Lucinda has such a treasury of great songs, she doesn’t have to rely on common practices of playing the “hits” and prefers doing what she wants to do. ( Besides the obvious ‘hits’ that the audience demands..like ‘Righteously, Joy, and Essense’) Such has always been her way. She refused the big money offers after Passionate Kisses brought her into the limelight. She wants control of her music.
I think the reviewer revealed his ignorance of Lu’s body of work and probably listened to CWOAGR once and should stick to reviewing the latest alt/country/punk music that he probably has more of an affinity for.
Peace, love and revolution, Lu! From a long time professional musician in the StL and Metro East area.
I’m seeing Lu 7/15 in St.Louis.
I’ll try to write down the set list…If I can tear my eyes away from Ms. Williams, that is. (sigh)
@rachel8375 wrote:
Stan-
Emmylou did a cover of ‘Sweet Old World’ on “Wrecking Ball”, with Neil Young lending, if I recall, harmonica and harmony vocals, and Lucinda did acoustic on the song, as well.
Thanks so much Rachel! I’ve been going through my cd’s trying to find it, and I happen to have Wrecking Ball…big Emmylou fan, here.
I was always a big Byrds fan, so when the Burrito Bros. formed, and then Gram Parsons joined the group, I discovered Emmylou, long before Gram was popular with the Uncle Tupelo crowd.
I’m long time friends with Jeff Tweedy and Jay Farrar….played out with both of them back in the early Belleville days.
Again…much thanks for the Emmylou clue…and a Happy Easter to you!
Peace, love and revolution,
Stan
This is difficult, but I first got into Lucinda when she opened up for Neil Young in his Greendale tour. I thought…”Where has this woman been all my life?”
First cd…”Car Wheels” What can I say that hasn’t already been said? Great album…probably make my all time top 10 list…and that’s saying something.
“Esscence,” something about this album, the simplicity and genuine emotion, just drives the nail home in my heart.
“World W/O Tears” No complaints about this album, but I have skipped “Everything’s Wrong,” on occassion.
“Live at the Fillmore” I’m a part time professional guitarist of over 40 years. Hearing Doug and his unique brand of chops makes this cd a great listen…just the different arrangements…etc.
“Sweet Old World” I just recently picked this up…great album with some classic tunes. The title track…I could swear I’ve heard this covered before…maybe one of the “Trio” girls…Dolly, Linda or Emmylou? Anyone know?
“West” Like many of you, this one is still in heavy rotation, and it strikes me as one of those albums that grows on you over time. But isn’t that true of most of your favorite records?
“Lucinda Williams” great tunes…another favorite of mine that would be higher in the standings except for my recent additions of West and Sweet Old World.
“Happy Woman Blues” More of a country/folk type album, and you can really hear Lu’s great song writing emerge.
“Rambling” It’s not that I don’t like this album, but it’s last on my list only because Lucinda’s voice doesn’t yet have that mature, sexy, deep emotion that drives me wild…LOL.
I also listen to Imus on the way to work, but that’s about it.
And Ripley, no offense, but your telemarketing offer…
Isn’t there more honor in flipping burgers?
