David Wilcox

There is nothing quite like good, live music.   And when this music happens to be  David Wilcox, and not only once, but twice in two days, things are more than good.  David performed a free, one hour show at Valencia Community College yesterday afternoon.  Tonight Heather and I have tickets for a sold-out, 75 person show in St. Augustine.  We can't wait to go.  If you are not familiar with David Wilcox you should get yourself familiar.  His music sings to my soul. You can get his stuff anywhere, but most recently at the itunes music store (shameless plug).  Anyway, his lyrics are profound, his guitar style is incredibly creative (open tunings, etc.).  If you ever get the chance to see him live drop everything and make it happen.  He is a phenomenal performer, storyteller and all around great, live act. 

As an aside, what is it about live music that is so mesmerizing and impactful?  As I sat there and listened to songs I'd heard a hundred times, or even a few new ones, it was like it tapped into something deep within me.  It's as if there are streams of emotions that have not flown in a long time and yet somehow get released and bring life and ideas and creativity.  To sit there and have an hour go by in the blink of an eye was a truly remarkable experience.  I felt life.  I felt encouraged.  Ultimately I was grateful that the stories he sings about tap into something bigger, a larger story that I get to participate in.  Connecting with THE STORY makes my soul sing.