I very rarely start a thread but this is a must. Last year we were lucky to get Johnny Silvo at Swinton Folk Club on one of his tours of the UK. He was brilliant. This year he came to us again and played a completely different set.
I dislike Jazz. I just tolerate blues (don't blame me it's just how I am). He has altered my attitude to both. He played Jazz , Blues , Traditional and Modern all on the same guitar , no sound system or microphone. He drifted in and out of Delta blues and 1930's Jazz with a voice ranging from industrial to silk.
He talked of his childhood and influences. Played songs to emphasize his life. He played with the gusto of a 20 year old and the quiet competance of a lifelong musician.
HE TALKED TO THE AUDIENCE!!!. All the time. Chatting and swapping memories with songs interspersed with quiet jokes and laughter.
If you get a chance to see him on this tour (Johnny Silvo on Google will find his tour dates) dont miss him. He is tripping gently towards 70 years old , fit and healthy and mark my words he is a legend in the making.