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After mainly watching rock and indie acts at the iTunes festival it made a pleasant change to photograph something a lot more mellow. Suzanne Vega was a huge superstar in the early and mid 80’s selling millions of records however of late she has stepped out of the limelight and has been writing less commercial music. Her last album “Beauty and Crime” was her first on the jazz label Blue Note and whilst it did not receive the critical acclaim of her earlier work however is still a very good record.
The concert tonight was a stripped down affair with Suzanne Vega on vocals and acoustic guitar accompanied by a drummer and bass player. During the hour set she played a number of songs from her recent records as well as better known hits from her first two albums.
Overall it was a highly enjoyable gig made more enjoyable by the relaxed and intimate enviroment. If you have the chance I’d recommend checking her out live however would suggest if possible try and see her in a small venue.
Written by John Rahim