A True Showman

Gavin's 4/15 show was the second GDG show experience for my wife and I (we saw him on a star filled outdoor headline act in Naperville, IL last fall). As much as I'd like to say I was "dragged" to this show by my wife I have to say I really enjoy his music and look forward to his live performance. Gavin is pure talent, an incredible song writier and has a passion for his craft; it always shows when he steps on stage. This was a more stripped down performance than we've seen but brought us closer to his music; the Park West is probably the best venue you could pick for this performance. Warmup act by Gavin's bro was also a real treat. It was really funny how they simply walked onstage guitars in hand from the back of the venue and sat down and started playing. Honey Honey was a nice suprise as well and a very talented duo. Overall, great time had by all!

OK, for those distracted during his masterful performance at the Park West, here's some homework:

Gavin is inspired by some of my favorite artists and he mentioned one of them during the performance, Dave Mason (he mentioned it prior to bereaking into Chemical Party). All GDG fans should get to know him so go log into iTunes and check out his songs; you'll get an idea of where some of his style comes from.

Park West Playlist:

Glass (solo w/piano)
Indian summer
Free
Cheated on me (acoustic)
Wait a minute (reggae version)
Follow through
Mountains to move
Lover be strong
Easy like Sunday Morning intro (Lionel Ritchie)
Chariot
Guitar Solo
Drum Solo
Bass Solo
Chemical Party
Stay
Superstitous (Stevie Wonder intro)
I have you to thank
In love with a girl
I don't wanna be

See y'all July 3rd at Gavin's SummerFest gig in Milwaukee.
www.summerfest.com