Music
Morris Ledet and the Zydeco Ramblers featuring “Kassy”, Swing That Thing (Maison de Soul Records)
Before there was Rosie Ledet and the Zydeco Playboys, there was Morris Ledet and the Zydeco Playboys. It was only by accident that Morris discovered that his beautiful bride had […]
Craig Paddock, Merci (Independent)
Don’t expect this New Orleans-born singer-songwriter’s first CD release to be just guitar and vocals. With a vocal style reminiscent of John Boutte and a band that includes the warmth […]
Colleen Savage, Algiers (Independent)
Vancouver-based jazz singer and teacher Colleen Savage joins Tulane Professor John Doheny and a cast of other session musicians from New Orleans for a CD of classy jazz standards. Although […]
Austin Reed Alleman, Austin Reed Alleman (Independent)
This EP by NOCCA theater student Austin Reed Alleman contains six self-penned songs. “Going Home,” with his brother Ben Alleman on piano, is clearly the standout. [clear]
Glen David Andrews, Live at Three Muses (Independent)
Anyone who’s witnessed Glen David Andrews on a good night knows he is capable of being the most charismatic performer in New Orleans. Up until now, you had to be […]
Khris Royal and Dark Matter, Dark Matter (Hypersoul Records)
Over the past few years, saxophonist Khris Royal has emerged as one of the most exciting up-and-coming musicians on the New Orleans music scene. He’s one of George Porter, Jr.’s […]
Galactic, Carnivale Electricos (Anti- Records)
On Carnivale Electricos, Galactic delivers exactly what the title promises. The funk band turns its attention to Carnival music, and electricity is central to every track. Carnival in New Orleans, […]
Various Artists, Meet Me at Mardi Gras (Rounder Records)
Outside of the original Mardi Gras in New Orleans that appeared in the mid-1970s and 2000’s Mardi Gras Essentials, this CD is no better but no worse than the plethora […]
Star and Dagger, In My Blood (Last Hurrah Records)
As much fun as Rock City Morgue is, there are times when I’ve wanted to hear former White Zombie bassist Sean Yseult play something with more sonic weight. Her new […]
Gina Forsyth, Promised Land (Waterbug Records)
Attention musicians: For those thinking they need to rush their product out with sub-par material and inferior packaging for that nifty festival gig, take note of Gina Forsyth. The New […]
