Oxford, Mississippi, musician Davis Coen celebrates the release of his live album Live at Proud Larry’s right where it was recorded, at Proud Larry’s in downtown Oxford. The free show kicks off at 7 pm, Thursday, March 20.
The roots & blues singer-guitarist is the first to have a live record released from the renowned music venue, despite decades of great bands who have had shows recorded.
Live at Proud Larry’s features a mix of original songs and vintage American music, with covers of Muddy Waters, Blind Lemon Jefferson, Charlie Poole, and Lefty Frizell—whose country hit “Long Black Veil” gets a lively treatment.
Among Coen’s originals are the sinister murder ballad “Mile After Mile,” the steady rolling “Stranger in My Home,” and the slow groove “Basement With the Blue Light”—which warns that “Just one taste gon’ change your mind.”
Davis will be accompanied by musicians from the album, including funky Memphis blues band Just Groovin’ Experience. Also, a seasoned Hill Country Blues rhythm section including Kinney Kimbrough and Justin Showah, to start the show.
Beloved local sound engineer Blake Garder, who recorded, mixed, and mastered the album, will be on hand to fine tune the evening.
Live at Proud Larry’s CDs are also available at End of All Music, and through online vendors and streaming services.
