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Concert Thu Jul 27 2006
A Revival in her Own Right – Jolie Holland
I’m a big fan of the ukulele. It’s an instrument that can bring a touch of old-timey tradition while being a little kitschy. I love that. These days I feel like the musician who plays it has taken a little extra time to master their craft, and to expand far past the likes of Don Ho. A more recently recognized ukulele player and indie songstress from San Francisco, Jolie Holland is on tour and performing tracks off of her new album, Springtime Can Kill You released from Anti Records. Jolie sound is straight out of the depression era basin, filled with roots and gospel even if she never had to survive the stock market crash of the century. Her lyrics are sweet, soulful and modern, however, she uses her voice to conjure spirits of a lost generation, telling tales that sound like they’ve been passed down from years long ago. Jolie Holland can be seen performing at Schubas tonight, at 7 and 10pm.