Tim Easton Unplugged In Paris

I'd seen Tim Easton's name around for a few years now. The fact that he is signed to one of my favorite labels (New West Records) is enough of a recommendation for me to see the show. Tousle-haired Easton took the stage looking very much like the American songwriter he is dressed in t-shirt, blue jean jacket and jeans. He's a good guitar strummer and picker and also accompanies himself occasionally with the harmonica. His voice is his best instrument though. Smokey, rich and warm, you fall easily right into his many stories of wanderlust, worldwide adventure and misbegotten romance. Hate to say it though - the best song of the night for me was his cover Bob Dylan's Spanish Harlem Incident. He played a very find piano on this number and somehow, the contrast between the piano and the previous guitar playing really highlighted the stark beauty of this fine song.
Tim Easton is a great entertainer - lot's of jokes and self deprecating humor give us the view of a young artist serious about what he is doing but thankfully not taking himself too seriously. Not an easy balancing act I think but, on this night at least, done quite well by this talented singer and songwriter. (I had to leave a bit early tonight but the story was he played a second set that went on until after midnight! Well-done Tim!!!). Another good show at La Pomme d'Eve!

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Web: timeaston.com
MySpace: myspace.com/timeaston

Tim Easton - Next To You .mp3 from Ammunition (May, 2006)
Tim Easton - Amor Azul .mp3 Acoustic Café Session 2003 via jrummer.com

To come at La Pomme d’Eve:

• Terry Lee Hale & Fingerbones – December 7
• Richard Dobson – January 18
• Iain Matthews – February 6 and 8

More info: Acoustic In Paris

Photo: Hervé Oudet