Is there anyone else who likes going to concerts at coffee shops? I love them. I don't like huge concerts very much because I don't feel like I connect with the artist quite as much. I love the small, personal atmosphere and the simplicity of it all. Plus, I love coffee. I think there's a common misconception that people that play at coffee shops aren't very talented... and I think its partially true, but there are so many incredible artists out there that are either undiscovered or do not fit the mainstream mold, so they don't have the widespread success.

Who are your favorite coffee shop artists?

Mine are:
www.myspace.com/katieherzig
www.myspace.com/theblackthornproject <<saw them last night
http://www.myspace.com/ginodean
http://www.myspace.com/telemandochick

Spread the coffee love!

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