Last time Charlyn Marshall [3] played Minneapolis, her set was half songs and half nervous chatter, owing to the notorious self- consciousness that occasionally overshadows the subtle beauty in her music. But her 2006 triumph, The Greatest [4], has given the shy and sad kid a renewed sense of confidence that will only be further buttressed by her pro backing band, The Dirty Delta Blues. Expect plenty of The Greatest, along with a generous assortment of masterfully evocative tunes from her new Jukebox, [5]which, like The Covers Record [6] from 2000, consists of stark interpretations of an array of old classics. If nothing else, count on the beguiling Marshall to deliver more bangs for your buck.
First Avenue [7], 701 First Avenue North, Minneapolis; 612-338-8388.
