Elmo & The Shades return to Rooster’s Blues House
OXFORD TOWN – Elmo Lee Thomas (pictured here) and his band , Elmo & The Shades, return to Rooster’s Blues House on Friday, April 6. As always, the shows at Rooster’s are free of charge. Turn to Page 3 in Oxford Town No. 973 for information about the show featuring the popular Memphis-based band that can always be counted on for a good rafter shaking at Rooster’s. (April 5, 2012, Page 3)
Chad Harris releases new EP; set for OLHS fundraiser Friday, April 6
OXFORD TOWN – While the EP won’t officially be released until May, Oxford will get the first chance to enjoy native son Chad Harris’ new album “Burning Daylight” on Friday, April 6, at the Powerhouse Community Arts Center. The CD release party is planned as a fundraiser for OLHS. Turn to Page 12 in Oxford Town No. 973 for details about Harris, his new EP and the upcoming party. (April 5, 2012, Page 12)
Scissormen return to Oxford for two shows tonight (April 5)
OXFORD TOWN – The smoking hot Nashville-based blues duo, Scissormen, return to Oxford tonight for two shows — Thacker Mountain Radio at Off Square Books at 6 and Two Stick Sushi Bar at 9:30. Page 7 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town – No. 974 – has details about the band and both shows. (April 5, 2012, Page 7)
IN THIS WEEK’S ISSUE: InterACTions returns to the Powerhouse for third year
OXFORD TOWN – InterACTions, Oxford’s third annual arts sampler, will boast its dance (Hinge pictured here), music, art and theatre communities this Saturday (March 31) and everyone is invited to the free event. Turn to Page 3 in Oxford Town No. 972 to learn more about the popular community arts event sponsored by YAC. (March 29, 2012, Page 3)
Whole lotta Alabama Shakes going on
OXFORD TOWN – There was so much to say about the Alabama Shakes that there was no way that we were going to fit it all in Oxford Town this week (No. 972) — from the instant downloads of live tracks available when you pre-order the “Boys & Girls” CD to the bonus 7” album that includes the tracks “Heavy Chevy” and “Pocket Change/Mama” when you pre-order your vinyl copy to the band’s television debut on “Conan.”
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IN THIS WEEK’S ISSUE: Thacker Mountain Radio welcomes a rock ‘n’ roll legend
OXFORD TOWN – Thacker Mountain Radio cranks back up and broadcasts from Off Square Books this week featuring rock ‘n’ roll legend Bobby Keys (pictured here) and visiting author Michael Thomas. Musical guests include the Chimney Choir from Denver joining in the jam. All the above will entertain with house band Duff Dorrough and The Yalobushwackers and host Jim Dees. Turn to Page 5 in Oxford Town No. 971 for more information about this week’s TMR broadcast. (March 22, 2012, Page 5)
“Best Seat in the House” auction to benefit YAC
OXFORD TOWN – March’s Art Crawl, scheduled for Tuesday, March 27, from 7-9 p.m., features a special exhibit at the Powerhouse titled “Best Seat In The House.” Local artists have created unique chairs that are being auctioned to raise money for the renovation of the theater area at the Powerhouse. Turn to Page 7 in Oxford Town issue No. 971 to get more information about the crawl, the auction and Oxford’s Got Talent — events all happening on the same night at the Powerhouse. (March 22, 2012, Page 7)
