Saturday, February 05, 2005

Friends in High Places

You may have seen a young man open a number of shows at the Narrows named JJ Baron. Most recently, he opened for Catie Curtis and he's slated to open for Guy Clark in March.

We think JJ is one of the best things to happen to music in these parts in awhile.

We spotted him at an open mike at the Narrows playing blues songs like he was born on he Delta. Who is this guy? (Really a kid. What is he, 21?)

Since then, JJ has worked real hard, writing songs, doing some touring, building his audience and his career. At one point he was talking about moving South, but apparently has put those plans on hold.

Along the way, he's developed admirers like Slaid Cleaves. Which, no doubt, has enabled him to put together a CD featuring Slaid, Bela Fleck, Jim Weider (formerly of The Band), Buddy Cage, and another local fave, Ryan Fitzsimmons. Currently the CD is being wrapped up, but JJ has posted some stuff on his website: www.jjbaron.com.

While it's great to have well known admirers, in the end it's all about the music. And we're pleased to say that JJ delivers. Oh, and it doesn't hurt that females we've spoken with find him "cute."

See JJ Baron opening for Guy Clark. And save up your nickels so you can buy his new CD!

Written by Steve the Emcee

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