{A last year version of my favorite song from his set}

The other night I tried on some new live music at my local sound spot The Habitat, and it fit perfectly!  I only caught the last bit of the first act (I apologetically don’t remember his name) Vancouver based Adrian Glynn (thanks Karin!) and was impressed, as I always am, by solo performers who dare to engage the crowd. He had us sing along. Really it takes guts and I admire that. (And try to comply as loudly as I can)

Second up was Victoria, BC native Aidan Knight. Really wow. His dynamic phrasing and witty, thoughtful lyrics were such a beautiful surprise. His desire to connect with us in between songs rounded out an already fine performance. And all night his outfit, which I loved, of cuffed jeans over rubber boots, a button up shirt, topped with a red toque, reminded me of something I’d seen before.  It wasn’t until I got home later that it came to me…

{photo credit: Jonathan Taggart}

Sammy Seagull, one of my favorite Wayne Pate posters. I’m not at all suggesting a resemblance between the man and the bird. Just a kinship of hat and footwear choices. And maybe cheekiness.  

This young man is someone to listen out for.  I reckon his vocal suede is going to sing him all the way to wherever he wants to go. To see & hear more to love, get up on this.

And to pre-order a limited edition 12″ vinyl copy of his new album Versicolour for a steal at US$20 – that also includes immediate download of the album in your choice of format – click here.  

p.s. Third up was Dan Mangan.  Also something special.  Next week…