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Photos: Satchmo SummerFest 2014
In defiance of dire weather forecasts, Satchmo SummerFest 2014 was largely rain free, giving the world-class roster of performers plenty to celebrate. From the Smoking Time Jazz Club on Friday […]
Dr. John Rushed to the Doctor
The doctor will see the Dr. now. Seventy-three year old New Orleans piano legend Dr. John was rushed to the hospital on Saturday, August 2, after cancelling a planned appearance […]
Video: Shotgun Jazz Band at Satchmo SummerFest 2014
The Shotgun Jazz Band took to the Red Beans and Ricely Yours stage at Satchmo SummerFest 2014 for an afternoon showcase in Dixieland blues. Singer Marla Dixon seemed surprised when […]
Video: The Smoking Time Jazz Club at Satchmo SummerFest 2014
The Smoking Time Jazz Club kicked things off at Satchmo SummerFest 2014 with a rousing performance of “Sunset Stomp,” a variation of the Louis Armstrong classic “Sunset Cafe Stomp,” which […]
Ticket Giveaway: White Linen Night at the CAC
We’re giving away a pair of tickets to the White Linen Night party at the Contemporary Arts Center on Saturday, August 2. In addition to enjoying the stroll down Julia […]
Satchmo SummerFest 2014 Full Schedule
Check out the full daily music schedule for Satchmo SummerFest 2014 Need a print version? Check out the insert included with the August issue of OffBeat Magazine!
Video Interview: Shamarr Allen on his Encounter With State Troopers
Trumpeter Shamarr Allen had a terrifying encounter with Louisiana State Troopers on Wednesday, July 23, 2014, and he sat down with us to tell his side of the story. Allen, […]
New Orleans Concert Picks of the Week: July 31 – August 6, 2014
Hungry for live music… Look no further! Here’s OffBeat’s look at New Orleans’ top concerts for the week of July 31 – August 6, 2014 featuring: Gal Holiday and the […]
The Smoking Time Jazz Club Plays Satchmo SummerFest August 1
Out of all the promising performances of this year’s edition of the Satchmo SummerFest, there are some to particularly look forward to, including the one from the amazing Smoking Time […]
Marco Benevento Teams with Gene Ween
New Orleans keyboard player Marco Benevento has teamed up with Gene Ween, and the duo has record a cover of a beloved Beatles song. Benevento and Aaron Freeman, better known […]


