I met her a couple of times back in 2004 at the Sidewalk Cafe in Manhattan (though I doubt she remembers). She was singing with a guitarist back then and I taped a performance of theirs that can be seen here: http://www.youtube.com/user/Grantasia#grid/user/557EBD99781458D9
I've gone back to these recordings over the years and am always continually inspired by the intricacies of the note selection and the unexpected changes and places the songs go. And Lydia. Her light, seemingly effortless voice, that she wills to waft and linger.
To my delight, she is still writing and recording songs, and she is now backed by the Lux Vacancy (http://www.lydiaoogheandluxvacancy.com/). Her lyrics are as piercing as ever, maybe even more so.
This is my favorite of her newest recordings.
i really loved you baby
i really was your girl
you had me sexy sadie
by the whole world
by the whole world
sometimes i think you felt low
something didn't agree
i wondered where you would go
and you came to me
because you know just what I'd do
yeah i would romanticize you
and say clumsily the right things
so you'd please come again
plus I meant them
i loved you baby while i could
i didn't care if you were good
and you were no good, yes sirree
but you gave me some
damn good memories
2 comments:
Grant! I hope things are falling into place for you...and I've enjoyed "catching up" through your blog. Best of luck in L.A.! Keep the posts coming! -Abby :)
Hi Grant, I discovered Lydia's music in part through those performances you taped. As a result I became a fan, emailed her and she sang backups for me. Now we're collaborating on some tunes. So thanks, man. -Martin Olson
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