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Henry Butler Diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer, Fundraiser Launched to Assist with Treatment
Renowned pianist and singer Henry Butler, a New Orleans native, was recently diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. His friends have launched a GoFundMe campaign to send him to Germany, where […]
Broadway’s Smash Hit ‘Hamilton’ is Coming to New Orleans
Broadway in New Orleans has brought some of the biggest productions in theater to the Saenger Theatre over the years. Now it looks like the Crescent City will play host […]
Threat of Legal Action Forces ‘Marley Gras’ Jerk Chicken Festival to Change Name
Earlier this week we reported that the people behind the NOLA Caribbean Festival were organizing a brand new event called the Marley Gras Jerk Chicken Festival. The party was slated […]
Video: Best of the Beat Celebrates Johnny Vidacovich
Johnny Vidacovich was honored with the Best of the Beat’s Lifetime Achievement in Music during a ceremony at the Orpheum Theater last night. Before he took the stage to accept […]
Now is Your Chance to Join Big Freedia’s Twerk Team
Big Freedia has a habit of inviting members of the audience to join her twerk team on stage for some good old-fashioned booty shaking during her concerts. Now she’s offering […]
Howlin’ Wolf Unveils Mardi Gras After Show Schedule
Mardi Gras is fast approaching, and with it comes a number of late night shows. In keeping with tradition, Howlin’ Wolf will once again host a series of post-parade concerts […]
Best of the Beat 2016 Lifetime Achievement Recipients
The 2016 Best of the Beat Award Lifetime Achievement & Music Business Awards took place at the Orpheum Theater in New Orleans on Wednesday, January 11. As is tradition, the […]
The 2016 Best of the Beat Business & Lifetime Achievement Award Winners (Photos)
Some of the biggest names in New Orleans’ music industry gathered at the Orpheum Theater last night for the 2016 Best of the Beat Business & Lifetime Achievement Awards. 20 business […]
Enter To Win a Dinner For Two at The Troubadour’s Petit Lion
We’ve teamed with the Troubadour, New Orleans’ newest boutique hotel, to offer a complimentary dinner (up to $80) for two at the hotel’s signature restaurant, Petit Lion. Helmed by Chef […]
Danny Barker Banjo & Guitar Festival Kicks Off This Week
The Danny Barker Banjo & Guitar Festival will take over venues across New Orleans from Thursday, January 12 through Sunday, January 15. Founded by Detroit Brooks (winner of the 2016 […]
