The equal billing reflected the content of the show. While Howe did the most songs, it was as much the Freebo show, with a lot of his own material too. Their own songs, with the exception of Alice's perfect rendition of Jonie Mitchell's A Case of You. Good songs too, mostly with a country music inflection, but other influences present. Personal songs, with a story behind them, which both related with great humour. And in Freebo's case, a couple of funny songs which had the audience laughing. Howeve plyed guitar, mostly as accompaniment, but plays well. Freebo is the more virtuosotic of the pair, playing both guitar and electric bass. It's first time I've seen someone play lead guitar parts on a 5 string bass, and it was a pleasure to be induced to the sensation.
So both were entertaining, more than competent musicians and singers (Howe has a wonderfully clear and pure voice, with excellent phrasing), and provided us with a memorable hour. And she can say 'Edinburgh' pretty good for an American!
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