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Season Two of “American Crime Story” to Focus on Hurricane Katrina
The second season of FX’s American Crime Story anthology series will focus on Hurricane Katrina. According to The Hollywood Reporter, executive producer Brad Simpson confirmed the news during a press […]
Elvis Presley Died 39 Years Ago, So This Mardi Gras Krewe is Throwing a Party
The Krewe of the Rolling Elvi–a group of scooter-riding Elvis impersonators that roll through the streets of New Orleans during Carnival season–will observe the 39th anniversary of the King’s death […]
WYES to Air 1980 Documentary “PETE!” in Honor of Pete Fountain
WYES–the New Orleans area’s PBS affiliate–will pay tribute to the late Pete Fountain by rebroadcasting the biographic documentary PETE! three times in the coming weeks. Showtimes are currently scheduled 7pm on Monday, […]
New Orleans Fried Chicken Festival Announces Music Lineup
When New Orleans’ inaugural Fried Chicken Festival was announced earlier this summer, organizers promised the event would feature a variety of takes on the classic Southern dish, along with some […]
Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival to Return with Free Music, Fireworks and More
If there’s two things that absolutely do not go together like red beans and rice, it’s shrimp and petroleum. Nevertheless, the 81st Annual Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival will return […]
Earphunk Announce Massive Fall Tour, Album Release
Earphunk has announced a lengthy, coast-to-coast tour for the fall. The New Orleans prog-funk jam band will hit the road from the end of August through November for a massive tour […]
Beignet Fest is Coming to New Orleans
The first-ever Beignet Fest will take over Lafayette Square in New Orleans on Saturday, October 8. The event will feature beignets from a variety of local restaurants, including Ye Olde […]
Funeral Service for Jo “Cool” Davis to Take Place at Trinity Episcopal Church
A funeral service for beloved New Orleans gospel singer Jo “Cool” Davis will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church in New Orleans on Saturday, August 13. Visitation will begin at 9am, […]
Kenny Rogers Announces New Orleans Concert
Kenny Rogers’ last tour will bring him to New Orleans’ Saenger Theatre on Saturday, October 8. The 77-year-old country suiperstar will wrap up nearly six deacdes of touring with an […]
Photos: Satchmo SummerFest Livens Up Jackson Square
Satchmo SummerFest took over Jackson Square for the first time since its inception in 2001 (past editions have taken place at the Old. U.S. Mint). The annual celebration of Louis […]
