Johnsburg, Illinois (Tom Waits cover) (duet with Nels Cline)

Hi folks! Here’s a sonic amuse bouche for you: a little duet of “Johnsburg, Illinois” by Tom Waits, as per someone’s suggestion. *Captain’s note: Thanks, Bradley S!* I am gamely attempting to accompany Jeff on this beautiful song while he pretty much effortlessly makes it sound both like him and—perhaps unavoidably—Waits-esque. A delightful challenge! Thanks to Jeff for this. It’s always fun to play with him and fun to try to play good music. XO 🙏

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