Issue Articles — Features
The Royal Pendletons
“One thing that really bothers me that I always hear in these, quote, histories of rock & roll is that from ’59 to ’64 rock & roll died.” Like a […]
Burnversion
On a Saturday night at the Mermaid Lounge last month, Burnversion are conducting a musical exorcism. James Marler’s tortured whine is almost like Kurt at his most despairing and Bob […]
Weedeater
“Were you anti-laser or pro-laser?” Jason Portera asks me over a cocktail in the non-revolving bar high atop the Landmark Hotel in Metairie. Suddenly, the shimmering skyline in the distance […]
Jazz Words
Jazz fans everywhere may be interested in a pair of new books by New Orleans-based writers. Jaco: The Extraordinary and Tragic Life of Jaco Pastorius, “The World’. Greatest Bass […]
Jazz Fest ’95 in Review
Like its 25 predecessors, the 1995 Jazz Festival had its moments, both memorable and forgettable. Our writers and photographers document some of each. MOST OMNIPRESENT POP STAR: With a straw […]
Carribbean Summer
Many a hot summer night in New Orleans has been filled with the percolating rhythms of African and Caribbean artists passing through town, but the summer of ‘95 may go […]
Food Fest: An Informal Survey On What to Eat at the Fair Grounds
Maybe they should call it jazz, heritage and eats. It’s got a ring to it. But since they probably won’t here’s some culinary commentary geared to our annual celebration of […]
B.B. King: It’s Good to Be King
The King Of The Blues needs no introduction. Like the voice of Billie Holiday or the saxophone of John Coltrane, B.B. King’s unmistakable guitar tone transcends age, race, gender and […]
Fest Focus: Little Feat
When Little Feat’s founding member and songwriting visionary Lowell George died in 1979, the seemingly permanent end of the band prompted Bonnie Raitt to say, “I miss Little Feat like […]
Where’s Da Wax?
Don’t let that Jazz Fest glow fade with the memories. From rarities and classics to the latest releases, New Orleans is a goldmine for music collectors of every stripe. Here’s […]
