Though not as well known as Bob Dylan or Tom Waits, John Hiatt has written and performed some of the best songs of the last few decades. His songs span the genres from alt. country to rock, to folk, to blues and R&B. He’s kind of one of those guys whose songs you recognize, but can’t think of the artist.
Here are a few essentials for the uninitiated:
Master of Disaster (the Dude’s personal favorite, though I think the album version is better)
Watch the videos, listen to the songs elsewhere, and I’m sure you’ll agree with me. John Hiatt is one of the greatest American singer-songwriters ever.
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His concert at the Pavilion was pretty cool
The essential Hiatt: Shredding the Documents.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_HPqaVrCDc
When was the concert?
Had to have been over 6 years ago, because I think I was working there at the time.
Good. At least I was out of town then.
Would have hated to miss it if I was here.
Definately a guy who doesn’t get the credit he deserves. I bet that was a tight show at the Pav.