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Music Man Jim Russell Dies
Jim Russell, whose eponymous record store on lower Magazine Street attracted–and still attracts–generations of music lovers, passed away on Sunday July 20. He had suffered a massive stroke on July […]
The Maple Leaf Goes Smoke-Free All Week Long
The Maple Leaf is going smoke-free the entire week as part of the “Healthier Air for All” campaign. Aimed at promoting smoke-free venues throughout the city, the campaign started Monday […]
Sidney Torres vs Buffa’s Hearing Rescheduled for July 31
The Civil Court hearing concerning Sidney Torres IV’s lawsuit against Buffa’s Bar and Restaurant has been delayed once again. The hearing was originally scheduled for July 8 before it was […]
Omar Sosa Quarteto AfroCubano to Play Snug Harbor July 26
Omar Sosa Quarteto AfroCubano will hit New Orleans for two unique shows Saturday, July 26, at Snug Harbor at 8:00 p.m. and 10p.m. Born in Cuba in 1965, Sosa began […]
9th Ward Opera Company Returns to the Marigny Opera House July 24-27
Following last year’s acclaimed presentations of Gershwin’s “Blue Note” and local Dan Shore’s “An Embarrassing Position,” the 9th Ward Opera Company comes back to life this summer with nightly shows […]
Photos: 2014 Sounds of New Orleans Benefit Concert
Some of the best musicians New Orleans has to offer got together on Saturday, July 19 for the 2014 Sounds of New Orleans Benefit Concert. The night of music at […]
Wynton Marsalis Talks About His New Orleans Show at the Saenger
The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra featuring Wynton Marsalis performs at the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans on Sunday, July 27, 2014. The concert benefits Tipitina’s Foundation, and is presented in […]
Lionel Ferbos Passes
Just two days after celebrating his 103rd birthday, veteran Lionel Ferbos, the city’s oldest practicing musician, passed away at his New Orleans home on Saturday July 19 of natural causes. […]
Throwback Thursday: The Radiators on Late Night with Conan O’Brien
A little more than 20 years ago, the Radiators spent the night in a meat locker with Jamie Farr, Gilbert Gottfried, Andy Richter, and Conan O’Brien. While that may sound […]
Happy Birthday Lionel Ferbos! The Trumpet Player Turns 103!
Redefining the term “elder statesman,” trumpeter Lionel Ferbos turns 103 years old today. Ferbos was born on July 17, 1911. His performing career lasted until after his 102 birthday, when […]
