Cornelius"Big Red"Paden Destined for a life as a vibrant and grandiose as his entry into the world, Cornelius Orlando “Big Red” Paden was born. READ MORE upcoming events Red’s Old-Timers Music Festival Returns Labor Day Weekend 2024! You can support the festival by making a donation in honor of Clarksdale’s music icon, the late Cornelius Orlando “Big Red” Paden. donate here MEDIA