Chip Esten and Sixwire Crushed It
by ck1brat on 11/30/14Birchmere - AlexandriaRating: 5 out of 5Charles Esten (Deacon on Nashville ABC) is an incredible live performer. This was my third time seeing him live, but first time all on his own, and he did not disappoint. The band was so skilled (Sixwire) and Chip offered a perfect blend of high-energy songs and soulful country ballads, while also balancing music from the show, lots of his own great music, and a handful of covers. He told stories about songwriting between performances, giving insights into how each song came about. This was a very special event as it was his first at The Birchmere in the town where he grew up. It was clear that at least half the audience were people who knew him or his family. I truly hope he releases an album of his own music soon. Favorite songs/performances were This Town is Ours Tonight, When Trouble Comes (duet with the incredible Kenzie Wetz), Undermine (duet with daughter, Taylor) Home by Suppertime, He Ain't Me, and It's the Same Damn Road. Chip is a humble, open, inviting, funny, and engaging performer. It is clear he loves the music and his energy is infectious.