Piece Comment

Review of Rufus Wainwright in Concert (59-minute version)


A fantastic concert by perhaps the most creative and unique voice in pop music! I was already a huge fan of his CD recordings - but hearing him perform live is even better. Particularly proving his vocal prowess with an Irish ballad done with no microphones. And what pop band around includes both a banjo and a French horn? There's more than a touch of Kurt Weill in his approach that will appeal to more classical tastes. But his music touches emotional levels few performers dare. Poetic lyrics, theatrical presentation, and kick-ass orchestrations! What's not to love? Jad supplies a pertinient introduction and we also get a few revealing comments from the artist.