April 3, 2000

Posted April 03, 2000

You're in for a treat on David Letterman tonight! My source at the show's taping saw Joni perform "At Last" and sent this report:

"Was amazing. She wore a full length beige knit dress and long purple scarf. Her hair gleaming straight. Very composed and in fantastic control of that amazing voice. Dave jokes with her after the commercial break, 'And that band, who's picking up the bill for that. God bless the record company.'

"Well, if they really pick up the tab, consider that tiger tamed.

"About 50 people were gathered at the stage door after the show when Joni emerged, stopping to greet her fans before getting into the limo. One woman in her 50s called to her that her favorite song was 'Urge For Going.' 'Thank you!,' she called back, really genuinely touched. She signed an autograph for the woman from the window of the limo. The woman was so happy I had to give her a hug!

"Joni was glowing with affection for this crowd. Oh, these shows are going to be SO wonderful. This music is making her so happy, you can feel it from 100 feet away."

I'm jealous. I wish I'd been there myself! A word of caution: The show might be on later than the usual time in some areas due to sports coverage. Double check to be sure you don't carefully set your VCR, only to find that you've taped a basketball game.