The most talented musician you've (n)ever heard.

His name is Dave Binder. He played a two-hour James Taylor tribute over the weekend to a crowd of about 200 at the Canalroom. He took us through some JT history, and explained lyrics along the way. It was deliciously entertaining and funny. I have a whole new appreciation of the song Mexico. It's not actually about what you might think it's about. Anyway, he sounded so much like James Taylor, it was scary. Hellen Keller would have been fooled. It was obvious that he's a highly-skilled and seasoned performer, too. He played flawlessly, dealing with a few excited fans in the front of the room from time to time, and a few loud fratboy douchebags in the back. Go see this guy if you get the chance. No, not the douchebags in the back of the room. That would be a waste. Go see Dave Binder.

You can check out his original CDs, or hear a sample of one of the JT songs at his site davebinder.com You will not believe your ears; that's him singing by the way, not James Taylor.

Way to go, Dave. Thanks for an unforgettable evening.