Jill Scott live in LA--review

From: megan hill (megasoul@yahoo.com)
Date: Thu Dec 07 2000 - 21:30:11 CET

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    It’s been a long time since a live performer has
    touched me so deeply. I first heard Jill’s songs
    played on GP’s "Worldwide" last march and had been
    anxiously anticipating the release of the album. That,
    in itself, blew me away. But to see her live was a
    whole new experience.

    The woman has a presence that just exudes positivity.
    She was right with us, telling us personal
    stories--about getting hurt by lovers, about finding
    new love, about how her brothers should not forget
    about her, and about how happy and grateful she is for
    the many people who are embracing her album. She
    brought me to tears (a few times)--she just filled me
    up with all kinds of strong emotions--not only tears,
    but laughter too. Jill truly performs her songs--we
    got to see what her lyrics really meant to her when
    she physically acted out her words. One of my favorite
    moments was at the end of "Getting’ in the way." She
    stepped away from the mic and played like she was
    talking to this woman, starting shit with her, calling
    her names, even getting ready to fight, taking off her
    earrings (referring to the lyrics "but I’m about to
    take my earrings off, give me some vaseline…"). It was
    amazing.

    Other highlights: the band, Fat Back Taffy, and her
    back-up singers rocked. They were funky, soulful and
    so tight, complimenting Jill perfectly. Her poem, "The
    Thickness" was deep and lovely (about an over-sexed 14
    year old girl with no self worth)--I hope she releases
    this one on her next album. The audience was also
    great, singing along with all her songs, giving Jill
    constant encouragement, screaming out "you go girl"
    and "that’s right Jill." And the overall set was
    right on--a perfect selection.

    If Jill Scott comes to your town, don’t hesitate to
    go. She’s unbelievably incredible--a rare talent to
    come around.
    -megan

    I'm wondering if anyone else on the list has seen her
    live and what they thought?

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