Coen, Davis
Blue Lights For Yours And Mine
Along with his naturally gritty voice showing traces as diverse as Tom Waits and blues legends Jimmy Reed and Lightnin Hopkins, the 11 tracks of Blues Lights for Yours and Mine feature Coen maturing as a songwriter and interpreter. In addition, he is expanding his sonic palette and syncopation through the tasty supplement of piano and organ on selected songs such as the original Memphis soul of "Basement with the Blue Light" and the olde timey "New Shoes Blues." His wide range of covers is exemplified by Professor Longhairs Crescent City rhumboogie classic "Baby Let Me Hold Your Hand" and the gospel romp of "Since I Laid My Burden Down" in the manner of John Hurt or Rev. Gary Davis fueled by a rhythm section. The standard "Jack of Diamonds" shows off his estimable bottleneck guitar technique while the immortal classic "C.C. Rider," takes him back to his roots with a solo performance of great depth and drive.