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Boston Herald—June 2001
The catch phrase “come to California” probably has graced many modern songs, but Darryl Purpose has to be the first songwriter to use that exhortation while spinning a tale about the 19th U.S. president, Rutherford B. Hayes.
Much has been written about Purpose’s transition from notorious blackjack player to itinerant folk singer. But what’s more important about Purpose’s art is his rare dedication to story telling in song. His new CD, “A Crooked Line,” is his most narrative yet, and with Ellis Paul, Dave Carter & Tracy Grammer among the guests, it might be his most attractive.
Purpose plays a CD release gig at Club Passim on Wednesday. And by the way, Hayes was the first president to visit the Golden State. —Daniel Gewertz |
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