Live @ The 400 Bar
John Koerner · 2009
40 min · 14 tracks · blues
Raw, intimate performances blend traditional blues with storytelling in a cozy, vibrant bar setting.
Top tracks — play these first
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Careless Love — This track exemplifies Koerner's ability to imbue classic blues with fresh emotion, transforming a well-known standard into a personal narrative.
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St. James Infirmary — Koerner's rendition offers a hauntingly beautiful take on this classic, effectively conveying the song's themes of loss and lamentation through his expressive vocals and guitar work.
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Goodnight Irene — The closing track serves as a heartfelt farewell, blending nostalgia with a sense of warmth that encapsulates the spirit of the entire performance.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Careless Love
The shift from sorrowful reflections on love lost to a more upbeat tempo creates an engaging contrast that draws listeners in.
This moment showcases Koerner's skill in manipulating musical dynamics to enhance emotional storytelling, making the familiar feel new.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Introduction 0:23
- 2 Careless Love 4:00
- 3 Stewball 3:36
- 4 Sail Away 3:15
- 5 Dodger 2:51
- 6 Walking Blues 2:50
- 7 Ezekiel Saw the Wheel 3:14
- 8 Red Apple Juice 3:01
- 9 St. James Infirmary 3:09
- 10 Black Dog 2:51
- 11 Some People Say 2:49
- 12 The Cuckoo 3:01
- 13 What's the Matter with the Mill 2:32
- 14 Goodnight Irene 2:54
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