I had a day off on Friday, but it still was fairly hectic.
I packed a bag for the weekend, ran an errand, then caught the train to Amsterdam. I met up with my friend EJ on Central Station. We had a bite to eat, and then walked on to the venue, Amstelkerk, a former church:
At first EJ and I walked past, while looking for the venue. EJ thought the people waiting in line were tourists, I thought they didn't look like the fans I'm used to seeing at her concerts. (My bad, indeed.) It turns out a small, intimate place - perfect for the album launch. (I managed to get on the guest list for Beth's secret showcase; she performed songs (old and new, because her audience asked) to a select few.)
For 15 Euros EJ and I both got the limited edition of her new album "My California" (official release date is October 1st) and a poster. Oh, ya, we both got our copies signed by Beth!
Can you spot me in the picture below? (Hint: I'm wearing a grey/charcoal colored t-shirt, and I'm looking away, because I was talking to my friend Natasha.)
"My California" is Beth's most personal album to date. Her rawness and honesty - despite a tough life - are what I've always found appealing, but never have her songs hit so close to home.
For personal reasons both "Sister Heroine" and "Love is the hardest" stood out from all the songs in her set list. (Thank you, Beth, for your liner notes.)
Love is the hardest = I struggle with this one. The ability to love beyond conditions has been hard for me. To open my heart & be willing to choose forgiveness, will continue to be a daily practice. Wish me luck!
Sister heroine = For my sister Sharon & anyone who thinks they're no good, you're always somebody else's hero.
Sister heroine = For my sister Sharon & anyone who thinks they're no good, you're always somebody else's hero.
It was a very inspiring concert, to say the least...
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