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Davis Coen / Press

“GET BACK IN Davis Coen is essentially what they would have considered a traveling minstrel, writing and singing his songs based on his personal life experiences everywhere he went. He has opened for or performed with many of the greatest artists in the world and has won worldwide respect among his peers for his work, which is absolutely top-notch. Singer/songwriter, bluesman, storyteller and entertainer extraordinaire, Coen paints portraits in song that are warm and vivid, quite often staying with the listener long after the performance has ended. Whether working solo and acoustic or with the accompaniment of a band, Coen delivers small slices of his life with power and passion. What strikes me most about this, and so many of Coen's works is the brutal honesty Davis writes what he knows, and he is an exceptional wordsmith. His blend of blues, country and soul is one of those things that has a timeless quality.”

Bill Wilson - Reflections in Blue

“Mississippi bluesman Davis Coen has made nine previous albums but none has crossed my desk before, so These Things Shall Pass was my introduction to this truly good singer and guitar player. More an Americana disc than a blues record, the album blends rock, soul, blues, folk and gospel into a solid single substance. Coen has given us an album of spirituals, all given a Mississippi blues-rock treatment. Coen's husky and sturdy baritone is perfect for this material. He sings with conviction, reaching deeply into each song and drawing out all the soul that's residing within it. He appears to love the stuff he's singing; you can feel the joy in his vocals and, as a listener, I respond to that as much as I do his taste; Coen comes across as one of those guys who feels the song is more important than the singer; he never oversings and never calls attention to his own voice. He's also a fine writer.”

Michael Scott Cain - Rambles.net

“DAVIS COEN - These Things Shall Pass=- Given that blues, country and gospel all basically share a street in the same musical neighborhood, it's not a stretch for a blues artist to record the occasional gospel side, but on These Things Shall Pass, Mississippi Singer-songwriter Davis Coen goes a step further by releasing an entire album of spiritually based songs. Coen's music is equal parts blues, country and Americana, and he's managed to carve a nice niche for himself thanks in part to some high profile platforms that have featured his music. The album - Coen's tenth full-length release --among the 12 tracks, includes nine songs written or co-written by Coen. Coen delivers a gospel album that stays true to the genre while offering ample nods to his blues and country roots. Coen has done a nice job of crafting a gospel album on which both purists and casual listeners can find something to like.”

Rod Evans - LIVING BLUES

“Soundview artist: Davis Coen - These Things Shall Pass - New Release Review - I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, These Things Shall Pass, from Davis Coen and it's quite good. Mississippi based Coen, decided to put together a spiritual based release and this one is exceptional. Opening with Willie Banks and the Messengers' Working For Jesus, Coen shows an exceptional feel for R&B style backed by Patrick McClary and Ryan Rogers on drums. With a country flavor, Stand By You is a cool track with smart vocals and lush steel guitar riffs. Pop rocker, Diamonds In Your Back Yard, has a simple melody, a catchy hook and warm vocal blending. A cool radio track. Saint Christopher has a real nice New Orleans kind of feel with great piano lines and vocal pairing. On the traditional, What A Friend We Have In Jesus, Coen plays it pretty much by the book but with a nice rhythm acoustic guitar and sweet slide echoes. Very nice. One of my favorites on the release, Shifting The”

BMAN's Blues Report

“Davis Coen These Things Shall Pass Soundview Davis Coen has always wanted to record an entire album of spiritual music, and with his tenth release, These Things Shall Pass (Soundview), he has finally fulfilled that wish. If you’re a longtime fan of Coen, you’re aware that his musical style encompasses blues, country, soul, and gospel music --- he calls it “contemporary country-blues” --- so this latest release seems like a natural progression in his career. These Things Shall Pass features 12 tracks, eight originals written or co-written by Coen, and four covers of classic traditional hymns. Coen’s readings of “What A Friend We Have In Jesus” and “The Old Rugged Cross” are appropriately reverential. The steel guitar on the former is a nice addition, and the opening cover of “Working For Jesus” (written by Willie Mitchell, recorded by Willie Banks & the Messengers) is sweet and soulful, and the title track,”

Graham Clarke - Blues Bytes- Pick Kit

“In the last seventeen years, singer and songwriter Davis Coen has had a prolific career, at least based on the fact that he now has ten recordings on his resume. Typically his music is a mix of blues and country. However, he has long harbored a desire to record an album that features his spiritual influences. Enlisting a number of friends to help out, Coen delivers a primer on spiritual salvation with eight original hymns, two co-written, and four covers. Davis Coen can cross this one off his bucket list. While this project is centered on faith and religion, the singer refrains from trying to recreate the passionate performances of the best gospel groups. He utilizes a laid-back style that suits his abilities, and allows him to deliver his message utilizing a range of styles. It is a solid effort from this well-traveled musician, aimed at those who feel a need for redemption.”

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