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Nolatet Add New Tour Dates, Jazz Fest Shows
The Nolatet–a brand new ensemble from Johnny Vidacovich (drums), James Singleton (upright bass), Mike Dillon (vibes and percussion) and Brian Haas (piano)–has added new dates to its first-ever national tour, […]
Wednesday at the Square Postpones Today’s Show
Today’s edition of YLC Wednesday at the Square has been postponed due to inclement weather, which is forecast to move through city this afternoon and evening. The free concert series […]
WWOZ Program Director Dwayne Breashears Resigns
Dwayne Breashears, WWOZ ‘s Program Director and a longtime member of the community radio station’s 20-member staff, has resigned, effective April 1. “It’s been an incredible 18-year journey,” he said. […]
Why Is This Night Different From All Other Nights? Nick Hexum Talks 311 Day in New Orleans
311 will return to New Orleans’ Smoothie King Center on March 11 and 12 for their biennial “311 Day” celebration. The run will mark the ninth incarnation of the event, […]
Dumpstaphunk, Earphunk to Headline Tipitina’s During Jazz Fest
Tipitina’s will wrap up Jazz Fest in the phunkiest way possible. The iconic New Orleans venue will host an evening performance by Dumpstaphunk on Sunday, May 1. The gig will […]
Jazz in the Park Announces Free Concert Lineup, New Festival
Jazz in the Park has revealed the schedule for its Spring 2016 season. The free concert series will welcome artists like Kermit Ruffins, Honey Island Swamp Band, Amanda Shaw, the […]
Trombone Shorty, Big Freedia to Appear on New Orleans Live
Trombone Shorty and Big Freedia are among the artists that will appear on Season 2 of New Orleans Live. The program, which launched this past November on New Orleans’ WUPL […]
Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter Pen Open Letter to Next Generation of Artists
Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter know a thing or two about being musicians. The pair, who are set to perform at Jazz Fest on Sunday, April 24, have been making music […]
Enter to Win Tickets to Magnificent 7 at the Rock n’ Bowl
The Magnificent 7–a supergroup featuring Dave Malone, Tommy Malone, John Gros, Mark Mullins, Rob Mercurio, Raymond Weber and Michael Skinkus–will perform at the Rock n’ Bowl this Saturday, March 12. […]
Enter to Win Tickets to Tab Benoit at the Rock n’ Bowl
Tab Benoit will perform at the Rock n’ Bowl in New Orleans on Friday, March 11. Colin Lake will also be on hand for an opening set. We’re giving away […]