Fat Possum recording artists Young Buffalo set for Two Stick on New Year’s Eve
OXFORD TOWN – Two Stick music comes roaring back this weekend hosting a New Year’s blowout jam featuring local rockers and newly signed Fat Possum recording artists Young Buffalo (gracing the Oxford Town cover this week). Page 8 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has more details of what could be the party of the decade this Friday night at Two Stick. (December 30, 2010, Page 8)
OXFORD TOWN #906
IN THIS WEEK’S ISSUE OF OXFORD TOWN: Rooster’s Blues House owner Scott Michael keeps the venue rolling through the Christmas weekend featuring live music and food and drink specials; “True Grit Retribution” begins its run at the Malco Studio Cinema; Oxford Town columnist Jim Dees explores what popularity and social networking might do to Santa in these digital times; Renasant Bank in Water Valley is hosting an art exhibit by Water Valley resident Thomas Lovelady; and Oxford Town sports columnist Steven Godfrey gives Oxford a dose of “gamblin’ feel-good” by sharing his Christmas weekend bowl picks. Click here and download the complete issue in PDF format. (December 24, 2010)
Rooster’s Blues House rocks through the holidays
OXFORD TOWN – Ole Miss’ annual mass exodus went off without a hitch last week but Rooster’s Blues House rocks on without missing a beat. Page 5 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has information about the popular blues venue and owner Scott Michael’s (pictured) plan for keeping the holiday season festive for Oxford locals. (December 22, 2010, Page 5)
Proud Larry’s hosts A Tacky Townie Christmas
OXFORD TOWN – Tate Moore (pictured), Jimbo Mathus and The Posey Family Band join forces with Jay Lang, Dickey Do & The Don’ts, The Minor Adjustments and Alice Walker for “A Tacky Townie Christmas” on Friday night (Dec. 17) at Proud Larry’s. All proceeds from the show will benefit The Oxford-Lafayette Interfaith Compassion Ministry. Page 5 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has photos and details. (December 16, 2010, Page 5)
Ray Cashman to play Rooster’s Blues House
OXFORD TOWN – When most venues choose to scale back or even close their doors all together during the holiday season, Rooster’s Blues House keeps the heat up and the lights on, serving up the best blues in the region. Catch Ray Cashman and his blazing version of Delta blues tomorrow night (Friday, Dec. 10) as he brings in the holiday season at Rooster’s Blues House. Page 7 in this week’s edition of Oxford Town has full details. (December 9, 2010, Page 7)
Blue Mountain doubles up this weekend at Proud Larry’s
OXFORD TOWN – Blue Mountain is set to play collaborative shows with Shannon McNally & Hot Sauce as well as Shovels & Rope this weekend at Proud Larry’s. Page 8 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has Rachel Batten’s coverage of one of Oxford’s favorite and enduring bands (featuring Cary Hudson, Laurie Stirratt and Tim Burkhead) as they get set for two nights of rock at Proud Larry’s. (November 25, 2010, Page 8)
