Issue Articles
Live Arts Festival
New Orleans boasts a mix of many cultures and multiple races. The neighborhoods of the city are chock full of artists of all persuasions who draw from the city’s unique […]
On the Rise: George Porter, Jr.
After a long, illustrious career of high highs and low lows, from opening for the Rolling Stones with the Meters, to scratching and clawing to overcome a drug problem, George […]
Art with a Point
Driving around New Orleans, it’s easy to notice the graceful bent of the city, the intricate architecture, the inherent beauty of the city’s lush greenery. But it’s also hard not […]
Pizza!
Is pizza America’s favorite food? If not, then it sure runs a close second to the hamburger. People take pizza more seriously than any other type of food. No doubt […]
Mardi Gras Zulu-ology
“Zulu is coming!” Few words create the magic and excitement that cry does on Mardi Gras day. Carnival is all about fun, and the Zulus have been creating some of […]
Pete Fountain: Home Boy
Pete Fountain is, to many, the quintessential New Orleans jazz musician. He personifies the funky, spunky spirit of the city and struts it best during his “Half-Fast” stroll on Carnival […]
Southern-Baked Drama at Southern Repertory Theater
Greed. Lust. Racism. Tormented genius and simmering small town hypocrisy. Just a few of the ingredients that make up rich, sometimes sorrowful, always sexually-charged Southern-baked drama. Those with a taste […]
Rounder Records: Louisiana Sounds
Amidst the cavalcade of corporate clones that typify the record business, Rounder Records has carved a distinctive niche as a unique, diverse and successful independent outfit. Rounder’s rich catalog includes […]
Ear to the Ground: The Return of Fred LeBlanc and Cowboy Mouth
1981. A maniacal musical force is introduced to New Orleans in the form of 17-year-old drummer Fred LeBlanc. Guitarist Paul Sanchez recalls LeBlanc’s audition with the Backbeats: “Fred was like […]
Kerry Boutte: Cajun King of Mulate’s
Kerry Boutte is a most unlikely-looking Cajun. He looks like a refugee from L.A. with his ponytail and hipster threads. His restaurants and his apartment are adorned with avant garde […]
