Jim Lauderdale just picked up a WagonMaster Lifetime Achievement Award, which was presented by George Strait, at the Americana Honors & Awards. It’s a much deserving honor given to a master songwriter — his work has been recorded by artists like Patty Loveless, Shelby Lynne, Solomon Burke, The Dixie Chicks and Strait. Lauderdale is a talented performer, as noted after this year’s Housing Fest that was held at The Fillmore. See him at Evening Muse with its intimate setting is a real treat.