By labeling the disc "Vol. 1," Browne seeks to assuage the more avid fans who wish for more or a multi-disc set from these shows. As the title indicates, Browne plans to release another volume of recordings from the solo acoustic tours next year.
At various points during the tours, Browne had cameramen recording the shows. Unfortunately, no DVD comes with this release nor is it in the Dual Disc format. Similarly, more inquisitive fans may be disappointed that nothing in disc package indicates when or where each song was recorded.
Yet it is only by being somewhat greedy or a bit too curious that you can really find flaws in this exquisite release. The exchanges with the audience not only give some background to various songs and events in his life, they tend to display Browne's sense of humor and graciousness. More important, the music itself solidly reinforces Browne's status as a tremendous performer and songwriter.
Article comments
1 - John Robinson
As a fan of Jackson Browne for 34 years, I was indeed delighted to buy this CD. Jackson is not only a tremendous performer and talented songwriter/musician, he is sincere. He is a humanitarian, and he is also very humble which makes him very special in my book. It's a pity that a DVD of his concerts along with backstage interviews is not available because he is a wonderful person to listen to. May he continue to write and play meaningful songs and inspire a new generation of musicians who are indeed looking for musical inspiration. Jackson is certainly up there amongst the best of his generation.
2 - John Robinson
As a fan of Jackson Browne for 34 years, I was indeed delighted to buy this CD. Jackson is not only a tremendous performer and talented songwriter/musician, he is sincere. He is a humanitarian, and he is also very humble which makes him very special in my book. It's a pity that a DVD of his concerts along with backstage interviews is not available because he is a wonderful person to listen to. May he continue to write and play meaningful songs and inspire a new generation of musicians who are indeed looking for musical inspiration. Jackson is certainly up there amongst the best of his generation.