The Cowboy Junkies show (in support of their The Trinity Session album) at the Warfield in San Francisco was one of the best I've ever seen, and definitely one of the most mellow. People were lounging around, engaged in quiet conversation, and they were even people laying down in the mosh pit. The band arranged themselves on chairs in a semicircle facing the audience, and didn't move that much. A grooving atmosphere and the energy level was pleasantly expectant. The music was righteous, and clear. Margo's voice floated over us, haunting, soothing and beckoning at the same time

Today's song is "A Common Disaster" from their Lay It Down album. It's a bit rocking for them, but it is Friday after all.

A candle burning for everything I've ever wanted
A tattoo burned for everything I've ever wanted and lost
I had a long list of names that I kept in my back pocket,
but I've cut it down to one and your name's at the top

Won't you share a common disaster?
Share with me a common disaster
A common disaster

I found myself a friend, but he's crooked as a stick in water
So now I'm writing fairy tales to catch the spirit of revenge
He's got a plan to steal my little sister
but I'm not too concerned 'cause I will get him in the end

Won't you share a common disaster?
Share with me a common disaster
A common disaster

Going to find me someone to share a common disaster
Run away with me from a life so cramped and dull
Not worry too much about the happily-ever-after
Just keep the Caddy moving 'til we're well beyond that hill

Won't you share a common disaster?
Share with me a common disaster
A common disaster

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Published: (2005-05-20 15:07:16.0)