Tonight I had one of those pleasant experiences that would have been so easy to miss. I had the opportunity to listen to two members of quite a talented band called the Sugar Thieves. Later I listened to the whole group on a CD which is just the first I will get by this band.
When I came in I noticed they were performing but I just wanted to get in there and get out. I was tired. It was when I standing in line to make my purchase when I really started listening and enjoying the eclectic music I was hearing. I ended up settled in a chair with a group that were enjoying it as much as I was.
First, I thought Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson but the more I listened I realized I was limiting them. They were performing classics of vaudeville, the delta, tunes from the depression and more. What was even more impressive was their original songs didn't lack in the quality of the rest of what they were playing. I could consider having them play at a light soiree. One where you didn't want heavy duty music but one that could drift through the crowd to just be enjoyed generally.
If you hear The Sugar Thieves are playing, check them out. Good creative group of people I don't think should be missed. read more