In all honesty, I was completely charmed by Tom Brosseau. Live. Like most singer-songwriters who rely on sharp lyrics and subtle vocal inflections, Brosseau is best enjoyed in person: just his voice and a guitar.
Brosseau is an expert storyteller, his songs both poignant and humorous. Equally captivating were tales of the Great Flood of North Dakota and dreams of David Grohl bound in chains. Unlike Sam Amidon, who simply confused me with his music/standup routine, Brosseau's dry sense of humor enhanced his performance. The highlight of his set was "Big Time," a lovely new song off his latest album, Posthumous Success. Without the overbearing production of the recorded version, Brosseau's honest, nearly delicate voice cut through the room as he pled "I'm ready for the big time." I'm not sure if this is true; however, I do know that his performance won me over.
