Shawn Colvin

Thursday, Juy 27, 2006 • 7:30 p.m.

Shawn Colvin is one of the bright spots of the "new folk movement" that began in the late '80s. In the 15 years since her debut album, Colvin has recorded six albums, earned three Grammy Awards and written a wealth of remarkabe songs. With Steady On and the subsequent albums Fat City, Cover Girl, A Few Small Repairs, Holiday Songs and Lullabies and Whole New You, Colvin has proven herself to be one of the most poignant singer-songwriters of her time. Underpining all, of course, is the deft picking and knoty strumming of Colvin's own acoustic guitar work.

Dar Williams

Thursday, Juy 27, 2006 • 7:30 p.m.

Dar Williams is a major force on the New England folk scene. Her songwriting and performing style has been compared to that of Joni Mitchell and Joan Baez but with a few acidic and, at times, hilarious twists. Lyrically, her latest release My Better Self is a political album in the most personal way. It combines songs of love and hate with tales that illustrate some of the many social and environmental issues that Dar Williams holds dear to her heart.

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Posted Aug 26, 2008 at 04:02 AM By Britt Patron

Wonderful to hear Shawn Colvin again and get a taste of her forthcoming album. Her range of subjects and the artistry of her music is captivating and always entertaining.