Bruce Cockburn and Livingston Taylor

Saw Bruce last night in Nanaimo. He had lots of energy, and did some jewels from the past that I wasn't expecting, such as Arrows of Light. It was definitely the Bruce Cockburn show, with him making the most music and the other two seeming a bit hesitant. Jenny Sheinmen didn't really know how to play over Bruce's jazz based chords, and Gary Craig played on the set like a talented percussionist who's not got much experience on the set. I've never heard a quieter drummer! Jenny and Craig did shine with Bruce's older material, so that was very nice. My friend said that this is early on in the tour-they are still feeling out the songs. If that is true and if this is what Bruce wants to do, then I can't question Bruce; it will work in the end.

What a fabulous night. Livingston Taylor is an entertainer in all senses of the word. Magically talented, wonderful singer and very engaging with the audience. We all fell in love with him and enjoyed listening to his wonderful range of music.