John Prine


Was just sitting here listening to John Prine, marveling at the man, the talent, the songs, the humor, the tenderness, the joy, the humbleness.  Nothing more.
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One of my all-time favorites.  Paradise is on the best songs ever written; totally evocative of a young boy's childhood in the country, combined with a strong environmental message.  I finally had the privilege of seeing him last September.  Even though his illness has taken an understandable toll on his voice, his passion, good humor and the outstanding quality of his writing made it an evening my wife and I will always remember.  The "Singing Postman" rocks!!!  And so does his band, BTW; fantastic musicianship throughout, all in the service of his great songs.  Do not miss him if you get the chance!
IMO since his throat cancer, and recovery, the sense of sheer joy he exhibits at being able to still perform just takes the show to a totally new level. His voice has suffered significantly - but if was never that *pure* of a voice to begin with - but the fun he has performing is so obvious, and infectious, that you can't help but have a great time.

The level of energy with a full band was incredible. He was literally climbing on top of the PA system.  John is a National Treasure. I have no problem speaking of John in the same breath as Dylan.
What I was trying to convey in my post, but said much better.