Eddie Skuller Sings The Ballads of Tom Waits

Singer/songwriter Eddie Skuller explores the dark, poetic world of Tom Waits with diverse selections from his extensive catalog. Although Skuller's amber-saturated vocals contrast with Wait's raucus gravel-like voice, there is a connection channeled through the music's emotional depth and lyrical intensity. Skuller can forge a deep powerful bond with his audience, which enhances the tragic expression at the core of Wait's music. "I connect with the strange nature of life expressed in Wait's songs through themes of sorrow, regret, desire and dreams," says Skuller.

This show features many songs from Tom Waits’ extensive catalog including the ageless treasures “I Hope That I Don’t Fall In Love With You,” “San Diego Serenade,” “Ol’ 55,” “Downtown Train,” and “Jersey Girl.”

Eddie Skuller is accompanied by Joe McGinty (Psychedelic Furs, Ryan Adams, Rhett Miller) on keyboards and Jeremy Chatzky (Bruce Springsteen, Steve Earle, Laura Cantrell) on upright bass.  Both musicians are masters of…