• Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z

  • By: Jesse Jackson
  • Podcast

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z

By: Jesse Jackson
  • Summary

  • A podcast dedicated to discussing every John Hiatt song in alphabetical order featuring Sylvan Groth and Jesse Jackson. John Robert Hiatt (born August 20, 1952) is an American singer-songwriter.[ Hiatt has been nominated for nine Grammy Awards. He has released 22 studio albums, two compilation albums and one live album.His songs have been covered by Bonnie Raitt (Thing called Love), Bob Dylan (The Usual), Have a Little Faith in Me (Joe Cocker, Jewel, Mandy Moore & Bon Jovi) , Memphis in the Meantime (Carl Perkins, Greg Allman) Angel Eyes (Jeff Healey Band) to name just a few. Part of Pantheon Podcasts.
    2022-2023
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Episodes
  • I'm Tired of your Stuff
    Dec 16 2024
    In this episode of Perfectly Good Podcast, hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth recount Jesse's recent experience of seeing John Hiatt perform live after a long time. They discuss the performance venue, audience interactions, and how personal and engaging Hiatt was during the show. The hosts then delve into analyzing Hiatt's early track 'I'm Tired of Your Stuff' from the Overcoats album, discussing the song's lyrics, musical arrangement, and overall impact. They offer their critique of the song's strengths and weaknesses, considering it within the context of Hiatt's evolving career. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:48 Concert Experience at Arlington Music Hall 04:14 Meeting the Opening Act 05:29 John Hiatt's Personal Performance 05:53 Audience Interactions and Requests 07:06 Reflecting on the Setlist 13:02 Technical Details and Song Discussion 13:14 Analyzing 'I'm Tired of Your Stuff' 28:25 Final Thoughts and Ratings 32:57 Closing Remarks and Gratitude Support the show here - buymeacoffee.com/setlustingbruce Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • Friends Sing Diane Davidson
    Dec 13 2024
    In a bonus episode of the Perfectly Good Podcast and Set Lusting Bruce, Sylvan Groth and Jesse Jackson discuss an upcoming benefit concert for singer-songwriter Diane Davidson, taking place on December 18th in Nashville and live-streamed on volume.com. Diane, who has faced health issues, will be joined by various guest vocalists including Tracy Nelson and Vicky Carrico. The event promises great Americana music and stories. Listeners are encouraged to support and enjoy the virtual show. Tickets: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/dianne-davidson-tracy-nelson-vickie-3rd-and-lindsley-tickets/13965773?pl=3rdlindsley&REFID=clientsitewp Livestream: https://volume.com/t/Pkl0Tc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DianneDavidsonMusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • I"m in Ashville - John Hiatt
    Dec 9 2024
    Join hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth in a deep dive into John Hiatt's song 'I'm in Asheville' from the album 'Leftover Feelings', in this episode of the Perfectly Good Podcast. They discuss the emotional depth of the lyrics, comparing it to similar themes in songs by Bruce Springsteen. The episode also touches on the healing power of music, insightful quotes from John Hiatt, the production of the album by Jerry Douglas, and the joy of discovering various versions and covers of the song. Get ready for an engaging discussion filled with music analysis, storytelling, and heartfelt reflections. Support the show here - buymeacoffee.com/setlustingbruce 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 02:00 Post-Election Reflections and the Healing Power of Music 03:23 Discussing John Hiatt's Music and Podcast Insights 05:45 Deep Dive into 'I'm in Asheville' 06:21 Album Details and Production Insights 08:31 Comparing Covers and Live Versions 11:39 Lyric Analysis and Personal Reflections 33:01 Rating the Song 35:29 Closing Remarks and Future Episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins

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