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Proud Larry’s hosted singer-songwriter Andrew Combs Wednesday night.
Combs, based in Nashville, Tenn., but originally from Dallas, effectively brings his Texas heritage and current Tennessee environment into his lyrics and instrumentals. His music can be described as a blend of vintage country and folk, tied together by eloquent songwriting. This genre of music is due to a country-folk renaissance coming from Nashville by artists like Combs.
In 2012, Combs released his debut album, “Worried Man,” after starting his career with the EP titled “Tennessee Time” in 2010. The album brought Combs out of obscurity, and has given him a name in the singer-songwriter world. “Worried Man” did not get unnoticed by major publications. It earned a spot on American Songwriter’s Top Albums of the Year list. Southern Living magazine said about Combs’ debut, “The Nashville-dwelling, Dallas native is well on his way to becoming a preeminent voice in his genre.”
Although Combs has yet to release his sophomore album, he has not stopped progressing since “Worried Man.” This year has been significant for the singer-songwriter. Combs signed with London-based record label Loose Music earlier this year. Since then, Combs has been in Nashville with producers Skylar Wilson and Jordan Lehning. The team has been producing and crafting Combs’ newest work into an upcoming sophomore album.
Along with a new record label and the development of a new album, Combs will be touring the United States and United Kingdom. Wednesday’s performance at Proud Larry’s was just the beginning of a summer tour.
After performing at venues in Memphis, Dallas and Guthrie, Okla., this weekend, Combs will then team up with Joe Fletcher and Ron Gallo for the Beach Binge tour, which will continue through the end of July. The trio of artists will be performing in cities along the East Coast.
In August, Combs will change directions and tour in the Midwest with Amanda Shires. He will finish touring in the U.S. on August 24, and will then start touring in the U.K., with performances in eight cities.
With new music planned for release in the near future and a flourishing summer tour, Combs will receive not just regional popularity, but international recognition. Not only will his music draw attention to Combs himself, but also to the folksy singer-songwriter genre that has blossomed through the work of Southern musicians.
Whether you saw Andrew Combs perform at Proud Larry’s or not, be on the lookout for the rising artist. Any lover of modern folk music will appreciate Combs’ intricate blend of musical elements, which can easily be considered a recipe for success.
