Photo by Tim Dwenger
Why You Should Go: The world of folk music is, for the most part, unassuming. There are no huge light shows or pyrotechnics, and the paparazzi probably aren’t chasing down your favorite singer/songwriter. The folk tradition is about great songs. It’s about the music, it’s about the lyrical images that the artist creates, and it’s about the sense of community that surrounds the whole experience. In three short years, Chicago native Joe Pug has calmly established himself as one of the rising stars of the scene simply by believing in himself and the quality of his art.
Pug has released two outstanding EPs, and in 2010 his debut LP Messenger was released to critical acclaim. The album’s ten tracks showcase Pug’s self-taught guitar playing, and seemingly effortless songwriting with bittersweet lyrics like:
I sacrificed my sister
I prayed my own soul to keep
I told my dying father
That a man should never weep
With a sparse backing band, Pug’s songs translate very well from album to stage and simply put, his live performances are a mesmerizing affair. He is at the forefront of a next generation of singer songwriters whose stars are rising quickly and the intimacy of The Hi-Dive provides a great venue for him to put his immense talents on display.
Venue: The Hi-Dive, 7 South Broadway, Denver, CO 80209 – (720) 570-4500
Doors:
8:00 PM
*Price:
$15.00 Buy Tix
*All times and prices are gathered from other sources and I am not responsible for mistakes or inconsistencies. They are intended only as guidelines. Please, always call the venue if you desire the most accurate information possible.
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