Seattle Subsonic

Great show last friday at The Columbia City Theater featuring Sera Cahoone. Ghost’s I’ve met led by Indie folk artist Matt Watts, opened the night with some delicate and beautiful songs backed only by Faustine Hudson’s unique and eclectic percussive sounds.(washboards ,floor tom, bird caller…ect) The set remained appropriately sparse and intimate. From what I’ve heard of Watts latest release Payphone Patience E.P, I’d say it’s worth checking out. He’s at the top of his game in this particular genre. It features Darren Jessee of Hotel Lights, and can be found at Yerbird records.

Kal Cahoone from Denver was up next, who seemed to transmit a sultry New Orleans vibe in her vocal styling. Aside from one traditional song, sung in Spanish and played solo on the accordian, Kal strictly played piano backed by her sister’s band. Her spirited performance, was met with exuberant applause from the sold out audience, and was a delightful addition to the evening’s lineup. Kal’s full length album can be found on itunes.

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The consistently impressive and talented Sera Cahoone pulled off yet another stunning execution of intimate, and moving folk songs. Maybe I’m just getting soft in my old age, but this lady never fails to sqeeze a few drops from my jaded tear ducts. Accompanied by a nearly perfect band, including violin, and one of the best pedal steel players I’ve ever heard, Jason Kardong, Sera Cahoone’s extraordinary live set was nothing short of breathtaking.