Jeff Buckley’s mother came to one of our shows in Austin a few days ago … Brian & I on a whim decided to sing “Hallelujah” to her … Dave (our drummer) whipped out his iPhone when he realized the significance of the moment and recorded us — apologies for the missing half of the 1st verse, but we hadn’t intended to tape it AT ALL (thank you dave) … you also miss me telling the audience “I’m scared shitless to perform this” but perhaps that would take away from the ambience.

after our set, she told Brian she didn’t want the show to end, and our egos are now set forever … she also told me to “keep him alive” … we’re sure as hell trying our best, Mary.

here’s an audio recording of a live solo show I just did last friday. hallelujah was captured pretty well … a lot of you have been asking for a recording of that … well, here you go. and for free to boot.

(( FREE DOWNLOAD ))
Mieka Pauley Live at Rockwood Music Hall on April 10, 2009
or if you’re lazy, just stream it: