I had to decide between John Scofield who was playing with a band I’m not familiar with and David Grisman who was playing with Jefferson Starship. I choose John Scofield. I’m not sure I choose wisely. Robin and I ate at Argia's beforehand and we heard some country singing when we walked in to the State Theatre. I’m used to Scofield’s funky instrumentals so I was wondering if there was a surprise opening band. Apparently the Piety Street Band has a few vocalists.
Just like the Béla show they had all the tablecloths out and reserved seating at some tables. What is up with me going to the old people’s shows lately? Before Béla I hadn’t seen the State Theatre do that for awhile. Robin and I sat at a table in the back for the beginning of the show. Unlike Béla the balcony was empty and there weren’t too many people standing in front of the stage.
They played some country, blues, and gospel influenced songs. The keyboard player busted out a guitar and traded licks with Scofield a couple times. The keyboard player and the bass player both sang with some backup from the drummer. I’m used to Scofield playing with the younger crowd but these guys were all about his age. It was decent music but I was not all impressed. I was wondering what David Grisman sounded like with Jefferson Starship. Robin and I got down in front of the stage for the last few songs. She enjoyed the show.
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