Tuesday, June 3
HAYDEN

In 1994, using only a four-track tape recorder, a guitar badly in need of tuning, and a voice with terrific range, Canadian musician Hayden recorded a self-released cassette titled In September. A year later, the artist adapted this material to release the album Everything I Hope For, a haunting and touching compilation of rock and folk. Hayden has continued to re-examine and adapt his music in ways that keep critics and listeners interested. His constant evolutions have resulted in albums that continue to surpass themselves in both sales (even though many have been self-released) and critical praise. After taking a hiatus between 1998 and 2001, Hayden released Skyscraper National Park to the delight of his incredibly loyal fans, many of whom had been waiting with bated breath for any sort of sign of re-birth from this talented musician. Recent tours through Canada, the US, and Europe have left countless venues sold out. In 2008, after a tour with artist Feist, Hayden released In Field and Town (Fat Possum), his long awaited fifth album. The album focuses on poignant lyrics and a softer acoustic sound. Buffalo will be one of the first audiences to hear songs from In Field and Town, and if past examples are any model, you should get there early because its bound to be crowded.

—betsy bloom

7pm (doors). Town Ballroom, 681 Main Street (852-3900 / townballroom.com).

$17.50/advance (box office, Tickets.com / 888-223-6000) or $20/at door