Rooster’s hosts Mississippi Cadillac Blues Band this Saturday
OXFORD TOWN – Producer/musician Bud Bays (pictured) and his latest project, Mississippi Cadillac Blues Band, are set for a live performance at Rooster’s Blues House this Saturday (May 14) for a rare afternoon/evening jam session on the historic Oxford Square. “Cadillac” is touring in support of its new CD “Stone Cold.” Page 5 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town features an intimate interview with Bays by Oxford Town Editor Jeff McVay. (May 12, 2011, Page 5)
Andy Friedman rocks Proud Larry’s tonight
OXFORD TOWN – New York rocker Andy Friedman will play at Proud Larry’s tonight (Thursday, May 12) at 8 p.m. Caleb Stine is scheduled to open the show with Cary Hudson taking the stage after Friedman. Page 7 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town features Friedman as he rolls into town in support of his new album “Laserbeams and Dreams.” (May 12, 2011, Page 7)
Musicians rally tonight on the Square to help storm victims
OXFORD TOWN – Musicians Shane Brown, Kelley Norris (pictured) and the One Mile South band take the stage tonight on the historic Oxford Square (in front of city hall and Neilsons) for a concert to benefit the recent storm victims in Lafayette County. The concert is being organized by Capt. James Prichard of the Oxford Fire Department. Page 16 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has details about how you can rock out and help our neighbors at the same time starting tonight (May 5) at 6 on the Square. (May 5, 2011, Page 16)
Blind Pig preps for Double Decker weekend
The Blind Pig joins the celebration by planning tons of entertainment (including Aaron Hall – pictured), food and drink specials for this very special Double Decker weekend in Oxford. Page 8 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has Beth Ziegenhorn’s coverage of one of the coolest bars and restaurants in town and its plans for the ensuing DD invasion. (April 28, 2011, Page 8)
The Twilight Singers to perform at Proud Larry’s
OXFORD TOWN – The New Orleans-based, indie rock band The Twilight Singers will take the Proud Larry’s Stage on Wednesday, May 4. Special guests Margo and The Nuclear So and So’s are scheduled to open the show. In this week’s issue of Oxford Town, guest columnist Wright Thompson shares his thoughts about The Twilight Singers’ new album (“Dynamite Steps”). Thompson has set aside his ESPN responsibilities for a moment to share memories of a very special road trip with Twilight Singer front man Greg Dulli (pictured) and the first time he heard the band’s new album. Check it out on Page 7. (April 28, 2011, Page 7)
San Francisco’s Tea Leaf Green headed to Proud Larry’s with the Jamie McLean Band
OXFORD TOWN – The San Francisco rock band Tea Leaf Green is headed to Proud Larry’s next Wednesday (April 27). Page 9 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has an in-depth interview with the band’s singer/songwriter/keyboardist Trevor Garrod (pictured) as he and the band tour in support of their new album, “Radio Tragedy!” “Soulful, southern fried roots rockers,” the Jamie McLean Band, are scheduled to open the much anticipated night of rock at Proud Larry’s next Wednesday. (April 21, 2011, Page 9)
The Blind Pig to host Thacker Mountain Radio benefit
OXFORD TOWN – Tyler Keith (pictured) is among an all-star cast of Oxford musicians that will perform Thursday night (April 21) at The Blind Pig to help raise money for Thacker Mountain Radio. Page 5 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has details of how a host of local musicians are collaborating to help the popular local radio show. (April 21, 2011, Page 5)
