The covers frenzy, along with his addiction, is one of the most-discussed aspects of his career. That’s fine, except it obscures the fact that Hiatt’s songs are best coming from the man himself. I ...

Back in 1993, the great John Hiatt sang, “Oh, it breaks my heart to see those stars/Smashing a perfectly good guitar.” Whether allegorical or not, Hiatt – in his song, Perfectly Good Guitar, from his ...

The Americana Music Association once again took over the legendary Troubadour night club in West Hollywood Saturday night for its annual pre-Grammy salute show. This year's event honored the music of ...

Never underestimate the power of a guy and a guitar — at least not when it’s John Hiatt. He walked out on the stage of the Lobero last week as casual as can be, without any introduction whatsoever.