I agree that we need more discussion on this thread. Thanks, GUEST, for providing the link. I am impressed by the simple child-like quality John presents in both his song writing and his demeanor. He also has a simple, direct way of presenting his songs that appears like he is singing directly to you. His phrasing is quite impressive, especially considering his voice never as particularly good. He has an amazing way of carrying his blue-collar, Union, Viet Nam era and rural Kentucky roots onto the stage with him in a very high-brow type of setting.

Brían