David's Freedom and the Ryman Hearse
Milestone
After spending nearly twenty years in various correctional facilities, Coe was finally released from prison. He immediately headed to Nashville with aspirations of breaking into the music industry. Lacking traditional housing, he famously lived out of a hearse parked directly in front of the Ryman Auditorium. This striking visual served as his introduction to the country music establishment and marked the beginning of his legendary career.

