Someone told me once that if you do something three times it becomes a tradition. Tonight I attended LackeyPalooza, an annual event that unofficially kicks off AmericanaFest here in Nashville. My main excuse to buy a ticket was to see my friend Steve Poltz who was one of the performers at this exclusive house concert.

Just before the show I was glancing at my Facebook memories and shocked to see that two years ago on this day I was getting my usual post concert hug from Steve at The Basement. Eight years before that on this day, I was in his audience at The Rhythm Room in  Phoenix, AZ.

This man’s music gives me so much joy and has been a regular part of my music life for more years than I can remember. I am amazed that September 15 seems to be such a special day for us to reconnect.

 I guess it’s become a tradition.