From the archives: January 09, 2008
Rocker Josh Kelley is the type of musician audiences love--a voice with soul and power, and silly on-stage antics to prove that fame hasn't spoiled him. And it very easily could with a wife like "Grey's Anatomy" star Katherine Heigl. Here, he pays homage to his Southern roots and his other favorite hangouts around the country.
On this page:At Home: Oxford, Miss., On the Road.
At Home: Oxford, Miss.
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Two Stick
Read Reviews1007 Harrison Ave, Oxford, MS 38655 (map)
"You wouldn't believe it, but there is amazing sushi in Oxford. This was the first place I ever tried sushi. I was really scared of it, but my friend made me come in. I started off slow with a Philadelphia roll. Now I'm hooked."
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Chevron Food Mart
Write a review502 S Lamar Blvd, Oxford, MS 38655 (map)
"Everyone in the city comes here after a drunkfest for the fried chicken-on-a-stick. It comes on a long skewer. They basically take a bunch of chicken and batter it. It's so good."
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Taylor Grocery & Restaurant
Read Reviews4 County Rd 338 Ste A, Taylor, MS 38673 (map)
"I shot my first album cover here. You can bring your own beer and wine but you have to keep it in a brown bag. The fried catfish is so good it's stupid."
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Proud Larry's
Read Reviews211 S Lamar Blvd, Oxford, MS 38655 (map)
"This is a really vibey club that gets in really credible artists. There's a great history to it ... very old-school with hardwood floors and a smoky feel."
On the Road
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Rockit Bar & Grill
Read Reviews22 W Hubbard, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)
"This is a great place to see musicians up close and personal. I can also get any cocktail I want here. Rockit is rockin."
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Vermont Restaurant
Read Reviews1714 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027 (map)
"It's got an old-school Hollywood vibe, but not so old-school that it's snooty. There's a hostess who comes up who looks like Marilyn Monroe. We get a kick out of that. Plus, we love the privacy."
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Nobu
Read Reviews105 Hudson St, New York, NY 10013 (map)
"Whenever we go there, I get this dish with yellowtail sashimi. It's the best combination of texture, taste and spice I've ever tasted."
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The Hotel Cafe
Read Reviews1623 1/2 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028 (map)
"I love doing gigs here. It's real chill. It's almost like I do standup comedy when I'm up there."
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Augusta National Golf Club
Read Reviews2604 Washington Road, Augusta, GA 30904 (map)
"This is my favorite place to golf. The grounds are beautiful and it's the best course in the world. I've been invited to play there a few times."
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Phoenix Hotel
Read Reviews601 Eddy St, San Francisco, CA 94109 (map)
"The Phoenix is artsy and vibey. Every room has a xylophone made of bamboo. There are always bands there. You see people writing by the pool."
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