Live gigs: 2012

[Dodfather]

Originally Posted by HomerMcvie

I got to be "show electrician" for John once(I'm not an electrician, but know enough to wire their equipment into the service - so the promoter didn't have a pay a real electrician). His show was great. He's got some great songs!

Also, once at Indiana University, I was doing sound in this fraternity, and started talking to this kid about music.....he said,
"my uncle is in the music business, but none of my friends know who he is".
Yeah, what's his name?
"John Hiatt".
I was practically jumping up and down in excitement. Well "I" know who he is, and he's awesome!!!

AAAGHHHHH!!! That is f****g awesome. What tour was this on, or when was the show? Just trying to think what he'll have played...

I've been a fan of John for years. In fact, it was an ex girlfriend who got me into him, after I mentioned how much I love Bonnie Raitt. I had heard of him thanks to the several songs of his she's done but hadn't listened to him specifcally. That soon changed. I lost the girlfriend but kept the music. If I had to choose I'd go for the Crossing Muddy Waters album as my favourite but there are so many, many other great songs too. Slow Turning, Drive South, Tennessee Plates, Have A Little Faith, Lipstick Sunset, Memphis, Riding With The King, Child Of The Wild Blue Yonder... He's written several songs that Rosanne Cash covered too, who I absolutely love.

He really is fantastic. The setlist was brilliant.

So, any stories/encounters with John when you did that job? I'm guessing your job was done before he appeared though? Also, if you get such an opportunity again you have to let me know. Just for a spot of vicarious living you understand!