I have to admit that I heard his music before but wasn’t floored much. I do like jazz but I don’t carry on listening to four jazz songs in succession. Beyond four songs, I feel bored. Really.
But, last night at the 2011 Toronto Jazz Festival main stage, when Robert Cray Band took center stage and sang his first song, I had the feeling I might stay longer—after 4 songs—which I did. I left after 6 or 7 songs, I reckon. It’s not just his soothing, melodious, awesome voice but his equally-awesome guitar skills kept me glued inside the venue (if not in my seat). I’m a frustrated guitar learner, so, that might be the reason. 🙂
I think jazz is much better when you hear it live than recorded? 😉
OH, THE PLACES YOU'LL GO!
2011 Toronto Jazz Festival: Aretha Franklin and the crowd
2011 Toronto Jazz Festival: Digging Roots
2011 Toronto Jazz Festival: Aretha Franklin is a Natural Woman
2011 IIFA: Asha Bhosle at TIIF
Celebrate Bloor 2011: Platinum Blonde
Ladies of Caribana 2
Turkish Festival
Ladies of Caribana 1
Toronto Pride Parade 2011: Rooftop Crowd
The Busker
Toronto Center Island
2011 IIFA Samsara: Delhi to Dublin