This weekend across the river, you have the chance to see some tired old acts, most of which have only one of two of their original members, or you can see some interesting new music from both locals and out of towners. Here’s a look at who’s who in the second category. Friday evening [...]
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Ever since Big Chief Monk Boudreaux severed his ties with the Wild Magnolias and their manager Glenn Gaines, his star has been rising. He has moved his music beyond the basic call and response of the Mardi Gras Indians as well as the high-energy funk of the Wild Magnolias. He has always been one of [...]
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Among all the great reggae stars to grace the planet, none are quite as off the wall as Eek- Mouse. Technically a dance hall DJ, the Mouse is famed for inventing his own vocal style, which he calls, "sing-jay." Born Ripton Hilton in 1957, his nickname comes from the name of a losing horse [...]
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The Jamalar Agency will be hosting over a dozen festival promoters from Italy, Spain and Germany who are seeking New Orleans-style talent for their 2010 spring and summer festival season. The showcase will be held at the Blue Nile at 532 Frenchmen Street on Tuesday, September 29, 2009 from 7:00 pm until 10:00 pm. [...]
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Dr. John, aka Mac Rebennack, sat in on guitar at Saturday’s Arts Market in Palmer Park. He joined J.D. and the Jammers unexpectedly. The word was he was just shopping at the market and the bug bit.Richie Havens lives in New Orleans! He moved here recently and has been spotted shopping on the West [...]
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You can now drive the full length of Oak from Carrollton to the Jefferson Parish line. You heard it hear first!
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This evening, September 26, 2009, the musical smorgasbord that is New Orleans gets a little richer with a performance by Ven Pa' Ca. This is a rare opportunity to experience flamenco music and dancing. Eliza Alcala is the dancer and the music will be performed by the guitarist John Lawrence, The percussionist Michael Skinkus, [...]
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There are a number of good bands performing this weekend outside of Harrah’s Casino for the New Orleans Seafood Festival. The Times-Picayune failed to list Saturday and Sunday’s lineup. Here’s the full schedule: Friday, September 25, 20095:30pm-6:45pm- The Wiseguys7:15pm-9:00pm- Rockin’ Dopsie Jr. Saturday, September 26, 200911:30am-12:45pm- Country Fried1:00pm-2:15pm- The Revivalists2:30p
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http://mapleleafbar.com/Tonight expect to see Russell Batiste and Mike Lemmler join George Porter, Jr. for the Trio set. For those keeping track, if you add a guitar and horns, you have the Runnin’ Pardners.
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Irma Thomas lost her house and her business, the nightclub known as the Lion’s Den, in the federal flood that followed Hurricane Katrina. But if there were an adjective that you could attach to the Soul Queen of New Orleans it would certainly be “resilient.” She has bounced back as strongly as any artist from [...]
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This evening, September 23, 2009 in the latest installment in the Louisiana Humanity Center’s brass band oral history project, the legendary Dirty Dozen Brass Band sits down to discuss the origins, innovations, and perseverance of one of New Orleans’ greatest bands. This live recording session features a panel discussion with Dr. Matt Sakakeeny of Tulane [...]
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When we arrived in the 3200 block of Burgundy Street, right in the heart of the Bywater neighborhood that was so loved by the influential musician Hart McNee, we were immediately handed buttons that read, “I (heart) Hart.” They could have read “I Hart (heart),” since the feelings and sentiments that surrounded the people [...]
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The UK-based Sian Alice Group is headlining tonight on a five week tour of North America. The band is touring in support of their recently released and acclaimed second full-length Troubled, Shaken Etc., which has received acclaim from a number of press outlets including Spin (***1/2), All Music Guide (****), Uncut (****), Drowned In Sound [...]
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This evening, September 19, 2009, the organization whose mission is the save Charity Hospital will be hosting a benefit show at the Howlin' Wolf featuring the Low Rider Band. Because of legal issues this group is really named War. They feature three of the four original members including legendary harmonica genius Lee Oskar. They [...]
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The second line for Hart will start at his old house at 3212 Burgundy St. (between Piety and Louisa Streets) at 2 PM. It will proceed up Burgundy St. to Press St, down Press to Chartres, up Chartres to Port (stop at Sound Café). It will then head to Royal and Franklin for a [...]
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The Concerts in the Courtyard series at the Historic New Orleans Collection continues this evening, September 18, 2009 with a performance by the mighty Rebirth Brass Band. The courtyard setting at 533 Royal Street is one of the true hidden gems of the French Quarter. NOLA Brewing will serve beer and it’s included in the [...]
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While the weather isn’t quite fall-like as of yet, the music begins again this afternoon at Lafayette Square. Today’s act is blues/soul singer and guitarist Eric Lindell. I saw his performance with Dragon Smoke at Tipitina’s this past Friday night and was impressed by his ability to bring the funk. No word yet on who [...]
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Every Sunday afternoon in October, jazz musicians will entertain music lovers and dancers at La Maison de la Musique. The club, which was formerly known as Ray’s Boom Boom, is located at 508 Frenchmen Street. The performances are from 4-7 PM.The schedule is as follows- Oct. 4: Gregg Stafford & His Jazz Hounds, Oct. 11: [...]
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Tonight, September 15, 2009, Portland, Oregon-by-way-of-Los Angeles-based rock outfit, Locke n Load - J.T. Locke (vocals, guitar), Johnny Locke (drums/vocals), Jorge Herrera (guitar/vocals), and Samantha Wilder (bass/vocals) – will perform in New Orleans and will debut songs from their forthcoming sophomore full-length, “Not In It For the Conversation” (Gunite Records), the follow-up to 2007
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I have been predicting it ever since the City Council authorized the zoning overlay permitting new alcoholic beverage outlets between Jefferson and Napoleon Avenues. Now it appears we are one step closer to redeveloping the area with new businesses catering to the night life. First it was Cure, an upscale cocktail establishment. Now the Box [...]
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