Iris Dement is coming to Knuckleheads on Saturday night

Iris DeMent has been blessed with one of those voices that plucks you out of your current time and place and transports you to another. She’s like the female version of John Prine – a vocal power so haunting and thrilling that it’s easier to listen with your eyes closed and imagine yourself at some abandoned cabin in the countryside, reveling in solitude.

Last year, the Arkansas-raised DeMent released Sing the Delta, her first collection of original songs in 16 years. On it, the then-51-year-old folk singer offered a wealth of startlingly beautiful and timeless material, demonstrating that the years haven’t diminished her talent. The show is sold out, so be prepared to shell out for a ticket.