Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt | Folk review

Shepherds Bush Empire, LondonThis was an evening of celebrity Âminimalism in a maverick country style. There was no backing band, and just two (later three) chairs on stage. Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt walked on together, Âcarrying acoustic guitars, smartly dressed, with Hiatt even wearing a tie. They may be master songwriters who have broken down the boundaries Âbetween country, rock and jazz, but they sounded as if they were swapping songs at a party.The format was simple. Hiatt sang a...

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Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt | Folk review

Guardian Music — Shepherds Bush Empire, LondonThis was an evening of celebrity Âminimalism in a maverick country style. There was no backing band, and just two (later three) chairs on ... more info