Vance Gilbert at Caffe Lena - 03/22/2012

Vance Gilbert

With ten critically acclaimed albums to his name, Vance Gilbert continues to refine his unlikely union of humor, virtuosity, and the unexpected. Whether with classic, original songwriting or ageless interpretations of covers, his presentation is steeped in deep humanism and bravery, stunning artistry and soul, and contagious, unbridled joy. He started as a jazz singer in Philadelphia then burst onto the Boston songwriting scene in the 90s. His melodies blend folk, pop, soul and gospel while his themes range from politics, to religion and romance, and then beyond, clear to the cosmos. As madcap and eccentric as Vance can be, there's no doubt that he has real wisdom to share when it comes to matters of race, ethics, and simple human kindness.