Bongo Java After Hours Theatre
Jesse Lafser – Tell Tale Nights – Rae Hering
November 11, 2010
"The Bongo Java After Hours Theatre, located upstairs at the Bongo by Belmont, is a surprisingly great venue. With the exception of the lack of alcohol (obviously beer and music go hand in hand for me), this cozy space has great acoustics and makes for a great small(ish) show. Thursday night, it was packed out for three phenomenal acts:
For the first time in a while, I had the opportunity to enjoy Jesse Lafser as an audience member – and wow, does she put on a great solo show. Jesse opened the show with an undeniably strong set, playing only an acoustic guitar with the help of a porchboard. She excels at playing guitar; switching deftly between finger-picking and strumming, a compliment to her Americana-esque style. Her voice and songwriting go hand-in-hand; both exude the authenticity of a seasoned performer. Her stripped-down live show is a must-see..." - nashvilleblues.tumblr.com
The Deli Magazine
April 24, 2010
"Only a few things would have convinced me to skip out on the Naked Without Us happenings, and one of those things was Chris Pureka's show, which occured at The Basement on Wednesday evening. The night started off with a solid set by Nashville folk/bluegrass, singer/songwriter Jesse Lafser. Backed by another acoustic guitar player and two background singers, Lafser wooed the crowd with her simple and effortless songs, seamlessly moving through her material with her almost spoken/rambling style and breathless moanings. Her passionate singing for the Tennessee hills, lost lovers and the yearning for everything she hasn't yet found were most effectively communicated through the songs "Tiny Wars," and "The Rose and The Briar." - Erin Manning |
