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Paul Simon Returns to Jazz Fest with More Than Just the Hits

“I love New Orleans,” Paul Simon exclaimed during his tribute to Allen Toussaint at Le Petit Theatre last December.  “I’m coming back down for Jazz Fest!” And come back he […]

Photos: Jazz Fest Friday with Paul Simon, Lauryn Hill and More

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival was in full force at the Fair Grounds on Friday, April 29. It welcomed acts like Ms. Lauryn Hill, Paul Simon, Joe Lovano […]

Harry Shearer Sits in with Snarky Puppy in New Orleans

Just a few hours after headlining the Jazz Tent at Jazz Fest, Snarky Puppy took the stage at the Republic in New Orleans for a two set show that was […]

Blues Rock Reigns at the Acura Stage on Jazz Fest’s Locals Thursday

Blues rock reigned on the Acura Stage yesterday as Jazz Fest kicked off its second weekend with some relatively cool weather and a fair amount of rain. Leading the charge […]

Jazz Fest Day 4: What a Difference a Week Makes

What a difference a week makes! Jazz Fest week 2 opened with hard rain, cooler weather and a stiff breeze. Some Festers are born mudders who love these conditions, and […]

Photos: Jazz Fest is Back With Tedeschi Trucks Band, Snarky Puppy and More

The 2016 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival continued its course after a three-day break on Thursday, April 28. Festival-goers had to go through torrential rain, thunderstorms and a lot […]

Enter to Win Ticket to Earphunk’s Daft Phunk Late Night

Earphunk will transform into Daft Punk when they bring their Daft Phunk show to Tipitina’s for a Jazz Fest late night on Saturday, April 30. Tickets for the 2am show, […]

Enter to Win Tickets to The Motet and Pimps of Joytime at Tipitina’s

The Motet and Pimps of Joytime will swing through Tipitina’s for a Jazz Fest after show on Saturday, April 30. Tickets for the show are available here, but we’re giving […]

The Original Meters to Headline Jam Cruise

Today marks the beginning of the second weekend of Jazz Fest and, in keeping with tradition, Jam Cruise has unveiled the lineup for its next voyage. Once again, the one-of-a-kind […]