Graeme Thomson

The new master of the American Whine: Ezra Furman, at Edinburgh Festival, reviewed

Plus: quiet, beautiful, true songs from Lucy Dacus

Ezra Furman's set at the Edinburgh International Festival was a breakneck tour through the pitstops of American street music. Image: Ryan Buchanan
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  • Ezra Furman

    Leith Theatre, Edinburgh, and touring, until 21 November

  • Lucy Dacus

    Leith Theatre, Edinburgh

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