Hotel Cafe Artists on Short Memory

Last week, I interviewed William Fitzsimmons and Jesca Hoop, two amazing artists who are currently traveling with the Hotel Cafe Tour. Check out these interviews on the archive, well worth your time. And the music's good, too. Real good. Went to the show last night, and both of them played solid sets. They had one backup band, all incredible musicians, and each artist took turns playing 3-4 songs, with a varying lineup of backup musicians and vocalists. Most artists were on twice, and there was the occiasional song with everyone on stage, of course. This went on for a full 3 1/2 hours, and there wasn't a single potty-break song, I had no problem just standing there the whole time, letting it soak in. One of the best live experiences I've had in a while.

The Hotel Cafe Tour also featured Ingrid Michaelson, Jim Bianco, Cary Brothers and Meiko. This Friday on Short Memory, I'll be playing a set of Hotel Cafe music. Then I'll follow it up with music from other artists who will be in town in the near future. If you're looking for more live music, Short Memory's the place to be this Friday night at 11pm.