God, it Looks Like Daniel...

Daniel Johnston is scheduled to make some rare appearances at this week's SXSW. The curious and the reverent clamor at the chance to see this man, who some call a genius and others call exploited, deliver his unique musical creations. If you haven't heard Daniel Johnston, he may be one of the most difficult musicians to define...but what you can take away from his performances is true expression. The Devil and Daniel Johnston, a critically acclaimed documentary, which came out in 2005 may represent the best peek into Daniel's strange and special world. So many notable people are fascinated by his art, his music, his words and his mind...take a peek inside. You be the judge...and maybe you can catch him performing live. There are other Midwest dates that seems to be shaping up. Keep an eye out for these possibilities.
This fansite should be a good source of updated information.

May 8th in Detroit
May 9th in Indy
May 10th @ Chicago lakeshore Theatre
May 11th in Columbus
May 12th in Cleveland
May 13th in Pittsburgh
May 15th - 18th @ David Bowie's Highline Festival in NYC

Here is a trailer for The Devil and Daniel Johnston.