Guess what I just found out!! JD Souther is playing in my old neighbourhood tommorow night and I'm GOING! He's playing in a small venue in Toronto just blocks from where I grew up! It's gonna be amazing!
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Guess what I just found out!! JD Souther is playing in my old neighbourhood tommorow night and I'm GOING! He's playing in a small venue in Toronto just blocks from where I grew up! It's gonna be amazing!
I'm envious, Kath! Have a fabulous time and be sure to tell us all about it!
That's wonderful! I would love to see JD in concert!
tf, how was it? We need to know! lol
LOL It was great!
I went down at about noon time to get my ticket ( as there was no way for me to purchase it online and I wanted to be sure to get a ticket) . So once I had purchased it I went for lunch and then wandered around my old neighbourhood (checked out my old apartment, went and sat in the church yard of the church I had attended). By 5pm I was bored so I sat at a nearby coffee shop and waited. The doors opened at 6:30 but I had been told since I was not eating there was no point in my coming til 7ish.. well I was there at 6:30! Good thing too, cause I ended up with a GREAT seat! I was right by the stage diagianol to JD (the piano player Chris Walter's back was in front of me)with just one small table between myself and the stage. I was probably 12 feet from JD, an AWESOME view! I could actually hear JD speaking to the Chris Walters.
I did not keep track of the set list but in terms of Eagles songs he played Heartache Tonight Victim of love and New kid in town.
JD mentioned that he had a cold but other than the fact that he was wiping his nose you never woulda noticed, he sounded GREAT! He kept asking Chris between songs which key each song was in... and after one song Chris commented that he (JD) had done that song in a key that they never used before and that it had been an adventure! hehehe
JD told the story of he and Glenn and Don were writing Heartache Tonight and were stuck and that Glenn apparently played it over the phone for Bob Seger and thats how the chorus came about!
One funny/scary moment in the evening... It was nearing the end of the night and a lady after watching JD wipe his nose with his hand... stands up takes a napkin from her table, steps up on stage ( there was no blockade on the stage and the stage was only elevated slightly) walks over and gives it to him. He looked absouletly TERRIFIED! He actually said that he was concerned that she was giving him a note!
After the show I was able to meet JD for a few seconds and get the poster they had for sale there autographed. I also bought my dad JD's new CD and got that autographed (personalised to my father). I wanted to do this for my dad because he was the one who found out about JD playing at the last minute AND was kind enought to buy me the ticket. I was dissapointed that Dad couldn't share this with me as his health is not the best right now.. though it is improving!. So I ask JD to autographed the CD for my father!
It was neat meeting JD though it was very rushed, I got the feeling the wanted to get it done and get home as he was not feeling well and I can certainly understand that! He and I did speak briefly about Glenn and how JD is playing in Glenn's home town in the next few days... I was teasing him would Glenn be joining him, etc...
Anyway it was a great evening and I could not have asked for better seats ( some reviews of the venue had said that if you don't order dinner you get crappy seats, not the case for me at all!)
Thanks for the review, Kath! Hope your dad feels better soon.
I've never heard this story before - cool!Quote:
Originally Posted by timfan
Greetings Friends -
Just wanted to let you know that JD will be performing at Music City Roots this Wednesday (9/1) at the Loveless Barn in Nashville, TN. You can stream live video and audio by clicking here.
JD will be joined by Chris Walter's on piano, and Viktor Krauss on bass, and there will also be an interview segment, so be sure to tune in!
Later this month, JD will be heading back to the NE for a few shows in NJ and NY. Click the links below for more info, and to buy tickets.
9.24: The Stephen Talkhouse - Amagansett, NY (w/ Amy Speace)
9:25: The Sanctuary - Chatham, NJ (w/ Amy Speace)
9.26: The Turning Point - Piermont, NY (w/ Amy Speace)
Thanks for your continued support!
© JD Souther
I am all set to see the Chatham show this Saturday after work with my friend, who also saw JD last time with me. She had no idea who he was the first go 'round, but obviously liked him well enough to see him again! It will be interesting to see if he changes the show up a lot or a little. I'm especially curious to see if those little seemingly off-the-cuff jokes are actually carefully scripted (they really don't seem to be, but you never know!)
Can't wait to hear all about it, EV. And, BTW, good to hear from you - we've missed ya around here. I was just thinking about you a couple of days ago. :thumbsup:
I know...I have to get back into my Border groove. I think about you all a LOT. It's just time is rarer these days. I think you might remember Chatham as the town you drove in through right before reaching Madison. If I'm not mistaken, you might have stopped in their brand-new Dunkin Donuts!
That's right - I don't think I could have made that long drive back to my hotel without that caffeine. :wink: And trust me, I know what you mean about real life taking up so much time.
Glad to hear from you, EV! enjoy the show!
Have fun and then tell us all about it! I'm determined to see him again sometime, especially now that I live closer to his home turf.
Souther has announced his Summer Tour Dates and locations:
Tickets are on sale now!
June 12 – Carrboro, NC – The Art Center
June 13 – Charlotte ,NC– The Blumenthal PAC
June 16 – New York, NY – Joe’s Pub
June 17 – Sellersville, PA – Sellersville Theatre
June 18 – Montclair, NJ – Outpost in the Burbs
June 21 – Philly, PA – The World Café Live
June 23 – Norfolk, CT – Nancy Marine Studio Theatre
June 24 – Boston, MA – Johnny D’s
June 27 – Ann Arbor, MI – The Ark
June 28 – Cleveland, OH– Night Town
June 29 – Cleveland, OH – Night Town
Very cool Mike! I bet that would be a great show.
I'd love to see JD live one day!
Me too Lou....I've heard he really chats it up in his concerts. A lot more laid back that most concerts that are put on. I'd really like to catch him!
JD was recently interviewed by the Huffington Post - it's posted on his site:
http://www.jdsouther.net/index.htm?inc=5&news_id=19692
Glenn and the Eagles get a lot of ink as well.
BTW, on his new album, Natural History, he's recorded three Eagles songs that he co-wrote: New Kid in Town, The Sad Cafe, and Best of My Love.
I received this email from JD Souther's website earlier today. I really hope he is okay. Sending lots of positive thoughts his way...
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Hey Team Souther -
Unfortunately the next few shows have been canceled due to a medical emergency. JD is returning to Nashville for urgent medical treatment and is expected to make a full recovery. All canceled dates will be rescheduled for the fall.
Please email mgmt with any questions or concerns.
JD would like to express how important this tour and his fans are to him and he looks forward to seeing them soon!
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Just got another email entitled "A Personal Note From JD!" I guess it's painful, but not too serious, thankfully!
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ATTACK OF THE GIANT KIDNEY STONES
All
So here I am loving life, the nice words and good news about the record today, music, Boston, everything and ......a slow motion explosion. Two big kidney stones sent me wincing and groaning into Tufts Medical Center ER where they medicated me, CTscanned me, cared for me beautifully, and sent me, papers and pictures in hand, to Nashville to have these dealt with at home. They are big stones, both in one kidney and they've gotta go. I'm back at the Ritz/Carlton trying for some zzzz's before we fly, as I've been up all night in the ER.The excellent concierge here whose name will follow later, sent us to Tufts Medical Center, only a few blocks away where Dr.Sunil Shroff and ER nurses Kristin Brosius, Donna Crane, and especially the wonderful Trish Lloyd cared for me like family and told me to go home and have them dealt with immediately. In Nashville Dr. David
Forbes talked me through the symptoms and coaxed me to the hospital long distance. Imagine, a twenty first century doctor who takes your call anytime and many times on a Friday night. I don't have to imagine because I have one.
Jason Zito, the Tour Manager from beyond the call of duty did everything right and more.
There's my big night off in Boston. And there goes a show I was really looking forward to playing. Naturally, it's the bus you don't see coming that hits you.
I'm sore and tired and lucky to know great people.
More details later,
JD
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And a little pic attached to the email... bless him!
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...ued/JDsick.jpg
Poor guy - but thank goodness it's nothing more serious!
Poor JD! Get well soon! :sad:
I love that he wrote that himself! What a sweet guy!
Awww Hope JD is feeling better soon.....Kidney Stones....NOT Nice!!!
and he felt well/humerous enough to post a pic....Bless Him! :)
I agree. It reminds me of Tim's message to his fans after all that worry we had a while back when he was rushed to hospital. The way he explains how the pain just came out of nowhere. Cancelling shows must be so disappointing for these guys, but I hope they all know that we want them healthy and happy more than anything else!Quote:
Originally Posted by Prettymaid
Anyway - it looks like JD is doing well. Another email today said that he should be back on the road in a couple of weeks. :thumbsup:
Ouch, poor guy. Kidney stones are miserable.
Speaking of JD, stumbled onto him on GAC's (Great American Country) show "On the Streets". He does a wonderful interview and closes the show with a song.
I think you can still catch this particular episode tomorrow (7-1) at 9:30 pm CST and Saturday (7-2) at 1:30 am (CTS) and 12:00 pm (CTS).
Worth catching if you can!
That sounds great, Molly. Is GAC the channel?
I'm not sure I'll be able to get it, but hopefully it will show up online at some point.
Yes the channel is called GAC -Great American CountryQuote:
Originally Posted by Troubadour
You'll be pleased to hear that JD has made a speedy recovery and his West coast tour is starting this Saturday in Portland, Oregon!
Oh my gosh - JD is playing a FREE show near me!
Grimey's New & Preloved Music
1604 8th Avenue South, Nashville, TN (United States) - Map
615-254-4801
I'll be there!!!
Wow! Nothing better than free!
ETA: When is it Soda? I don't see him.
The free Nashville show is tonight, but sadly, it seems I won't be able to make it. It's general admission in a small store and I would have had to leave here at about 1:00pm in order to get to Nashville in time to get in line and be assured a spot (the place only holds like 120). Unfortunately, things sprung up at work which kept me busy and now it's too late to go. :(
Aww - that's too bad, Nanc. Stupid work!!! But, since JD lives in Nashville, maybe you'll get more opportunities to see him again.
The show tonight was absolutely awesome!!! Pueblo and I were maybe 10 feet away from JD and the band.... It was a great playlist and such a fun time!!!! Loved the smallness of the shop and being able to chat with JD and the band and get an autograph after the show.....Quote:
Originally Posted by Ive always been a dreamer
He wore a blue flannel shirt over a black t-shirt with jeans. There was no real set list so this is what he did:
Let It Rain
Faithless Love
New Kid In Town
Sad Cafe
Short interlude of jamming followed by Banging My Head Against The Moon
Silver Blue
Bye Bye Blackbird
Prisoner in Disguise
Ain't Misbehavin'
You're Only Lonely
Band intro
Heartache Tonight
I'll Be Here Till Closing Time
He talked to the audience and did autographs after the show.
Sounds like the 2 of you had great fun. Chatting and autographs after too eh! :thumbsup: Awesome. :partytime:
Shame you couldn't make it Nancy. Flipping work has a habit of getting in the way of the important things. :brickwall:
Soda, sorry you didn't get to go. Bummer.
Pueblo and Kym, glad you had a good time. Did you get autographs?
Got an album cover signed for a friend.
Cool! Sounds like it was a good concert :nod:Quote:
Originally Posted by pueblo47
Glad you guys were able to make it and meet him afterward. Thanks for the playlist Pueb!!! What a riveting review you gave! :hilarious: You know I'm just kidding!!! I seriously am happy you were able to get those autographs tho.
:thumbsup: