Second Jason Isbell gig for me in 3 nights - tonight it’s the Boogaloo in Highgate, following on from a show at the Slaughtered Lamb on Sunday, and his support slots on the current Ryan Adams tour. So Jason has been a busy man.
We got there in time for the doors opening and grabbed a table near the stage. Full marks to the Boogaloo for having decent beer on tap and charging sensible prices for it (including real ale - London Pride last night).
The intimate venue was packed, but not uncomfortably so, for Jason Isbell and his opener, James Walbourne. Walbourne provided an excellent opening set, indicating that highly accomplished, bluesy fretwork was a good way to beat his hangover. It helped with mine…
Jason was relaxed, but compelling, as he played an hour and a half set, mixing songs from all stages of his career. The audience was highly appreciative and many seemed to be mouthing the words to Jason's songs. A touching moment came at the end of the set with the dedication of the
“Can you hear that singing? Sounds like gold”. It sure does!
Photo by joshua black wilkins
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