Saturday Afternoon in Monterey

The 57th Annual Monterey Jazz Festival, where we have ushered since 1993. Our friend V is carrying on the Rainbow Lady tradition of parading through the arena with an entourage of colorful followers. The absolute highlight for me this afternoon was Davinia and the Vagabonds:

"So much more than just a blues act, DATV’s shows are filled with New Orleans charm, Memphis soul swagger, dark theatrical moments that evoke Kurt Weill, and tender gospel passages. Davina’s voice and stage presence defy category in a different way. Davina has been compared to Etta James, Amy Winehouse, Janis Joplin, Billie Holiday and Betty Boop, but comparisons don’t suffice: Sowers is a true original."

All I can say is, if you get a chance to see her, go!