Jackie Green

I think I can finally write about the last shows at The Warfield now. The fog has lifted and I have had a full week to mourn. Now that the sadness is gone I can remember how I was introduced to Jackie Greene that night. This Sacramento kid is a sonic monster. Singer, songwriter, guitar shredding madman, poet, painter, Grateful Dead aficionado, and chain smoker all describe this 20 something. I can't imagine being this talented and this young at the same time. Jackie has real talent and artistry that he's earned over the years playing clubs, parks, and anywhere that would have him. Phil Lesh was so impressed that he has Jackie leading his band for this summer's tour. Jackie plays band leader perfectly and he gives the Dead tunes the love and respect they deserve. Since I saw him with Phil I didn't get the full Jackie story until I had downloaded his solo material.

I'm So Gone - Video

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I have to say I am totally blown away by the two most recent releases from Jackie. It is early enough in his career that he isn't afraid to experiment and find his voice and style. His influences are obvious; Dylan, Petty, The Dead, etc. and yet he still manages to put his stamp on top of them. The result is familiar and new at the same time. I can't stop listening and hopefully more people will join me and Jackie will get the popularity he deserves and we get a young true artist that should entertain and educate us for years to come. Below I have assembled a few videos from YouTube that should get you interested enough and if not at least you are now aware of Jackie. So from the ashes of my last night at The Warfield I have discovered a new artist at the beginning of his journey. I'm in, how about you?

Shaken - Live @ KFOG

Like a Ball and Chain @ KFOG

Brokedown Palace w/ Phil Lesh

Guitar Solo (for the guitar guys)