2nd SHIFT Concert: Chris Smither

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CHRIS SMITHER smither.com/
After his childhood in New Orleans, Chris Smither headed north to break into the New England coffeehouse scene at the suggestion of Eric Von Schmidt. And boy did he ever, and then some. Smither’s highly unique performance style-filigreed leads skittering atop thumb-thumping bass, a mic on his feet to amplify the backbeat-would be captivating even if he never opened his mouth. That he writes some of the most eloquent, philosophical lyrics going and delivers them in a troubadour’s wizened voice just sweetens the deal.
Smither’s songs have been recorded by Emmylou Harris, Diana Krall, and perhaps most notably, Bonnie Raitt (“Love Me Like A Man”), but there’s nothing like hearing the man deliver them himself. Chris Smither is a true musical legend and we are so honored to host him for the penultimate show in our Spring 2021 series.

[@tonycope4100]

What a incredible player and wordsmith

[@aue82a]

Damn! I wish I had discovered Smither so much earlier. "Origin of Spedces" is a gem

[@sonjastyblo8149]

Man, I was living down the street in Belmont at the time. Such a shame I missed this.

[@canigetabeer5188]

I saw Chris live at New Orleans Jazz Fest years ago, but I actually know all these songs because I have this album. He’s an amazing musician which comes by singing from the soul and baring one’s heart. 💙

[@kmac2134]

This is the only live footage I've found of Chris playing "I'll Take It All". For me, this little song articulates the despair and hopelessness of alcoholism better than any I've heard. In fact, it helped me get my mind around it and is an anthem of my recovery. The halo may never show, but it's there and more often than not, I know how my days unfold. Chris' music can do that.

[@dougdavis8986]

This would be way better if there was an actual audience.

[@arthurshepherd8757]

Happy Birthday Super Great Ultra Badass Archangel of Christ Ireland Scotland England America China and the world the incomparable Chris Smither who invented an amalgamation of everything America had for him to re-interpret with his singular cosmic guitar style foot stomping head waving blues killin' badass soul. How we worship you The Colvin Family November 11, 2023 - Armistice Day In loving memory of the 20 million killed in WW I - total deaths including civilians 80 million in WW II 2 million 300 thousand in Korea 1 million 363 thousand in Vietnam all the fallen in the Middle East Armistice Day In honor of all who serve Thank you for the lives you save and the freedoms your love gave Warriors for the good the good of humankind the kind of courage that would give their lives for us anytime they'd do more if they could 'Our' great warriors of America We are so grateful for all you've done and we're ready to give back to every American daughter and son that braved an enemy attack to help you heal till you can celebrate yourselves with us your courage and your zeal We worship adore and cherish each and every one of you and we'll never forget all the trauma you went through the blood the gore with you we will ask "what for" and we'll call them to task when they're called to answer the questions they'll ask will not alter 'Our' course as we help rebuild your pride and you'll all get rides in the parades where freedom in America and the World resides safe in the bosom of peace and love for 'Our' great sisters and brothers who rise above that fight for us all we will accept no others we celebrate those not afraid of the fall we will stand with and uphold you all and you will get your benefits and those cowards never will prevail that try to deny what you won with courage 'Our' birthright 'Our' heritage you all wear the heroes badge we will fight with you all the way and we will celebrate you all on 'Armistice Day' With love and deep gratitude, The Colvin Family Chris Smither Dylan Geoff Bartley

[@edwardcarter2580]

Dare I say his pump is Prined!..