Thanks to the friend who sent me a copy of Sufjan’s Illinois album. There seem to be more instruments on this recording than the previous albums, I’m definitely noticing string parts this time around. The recorded version of “Chicago” is great, it’s been one of my live favorites and I’ve been waiting to hear it on an album. Sufjan’s ability to tell stories from the perspective of state residents is unparalleled, beyond mere folk songs and more like short stories hanging onto melodies.
Dave, his son Vincent, and his dad went to see the Phillies and Marlins play, it was Vince’s first game ever. It was a nice, sunny day, a great day for baseball. The Phils started out with a 5 run first inning and led the rest of the game to win 8-6. I do have some home town loyalty for the Phillies, until they play the Dodgers (who have quietly returned to having the best record in the National League).
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