When L.J. Booth came out of the woodwork, in 1987, with his self-produced cassette of originals, few outside the songwriting community felt the ripple. Newcomers to L.J.'s live performance quickly learn to expect the unexpected. Although diverse in musical style and mood, it is most often the lyrical content of L.J.'s songs that catch the reviewer. Born in the Philippines, most of L.J.'s childhood was split between India and Idaho, moving to Wisconsin in mid-teens. With his writing forming during those years, L.J.'s songs transport you through those experiences and into his present home in central Wisconsin, with an eye for the everyday and the absurd.
Booth continues to tour, from California to New England, and is working on songs for a third album.
His guitar playing and smooth vocal style combined with his warm and inviting stage presence is a guaranteed super evening. What a shame that it's such a damn good secret. Booth's storytelling and music are superb.