Arthur's Theme

There's that word again. But if we're to take therapy as a metaphor, is there an end to it? Will we ever come through the other side, healed up?

"Maybe . . . but then other things happen. Getting validation doesn't take away the feeling. I'm still working through it. Someone else can tell you, 'I feel the same way,' and it helps, it's nice, but it doesn't negate it. I don't have any answers for that."

Anton Corbijn

The pride of Akron -- Joseph Arthur: "Decisions are a limitation. I'm up for freedom. I like people who take chances."

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Nonetheless, Arthur's the one writing these deeply personal songs. Does it feel dangerous for him to do so?

"I don't know," he says, and laughs a very open laugh. "Maybe I'll regret it."

Joseph Arthur is scheduled to perform an early set on Friday, June 14, at Nita's Hideaway in Tempe. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.