I had the amazing opportunity to be one of a mere one hundred lucky (imo) people to see Collective Soul and James Blunt in a private show. Though it was set outside on the patio of a small restaurant under the 101f/33.38c degree sun, it was PERFECT!.
I had never heard of Collective Soul (I used to only listen to country) but I have been a James Blunt fan since Sweet Arilyn introduced me to him over three years ago. He has taught me that there is a LOT of grand music out there, no matter it’s genre.
I am a new fan of Collective Soul:

My second time enjoying him sing live
And *swoons* yes!, I WAS this close to him:


If you’ve only heard “Your Beautiful” or “High” (how could you not, the radio stations killed them by overplaying them) you should give him a new listen. Hey! A new album will be out next month!!!
... this concludes the James Blunt Special. We now return you to your regular lives...

