Aaron Neville (right) sings some serious soul to close out the Fest on the Acura Stage
Richie Havens on the Fais Do Do Stage at Jazz Fest 2010. Photo by Hunter King.
The Wild Magnolias close out the Jazz & Heritage Stage on Sunday May 2
Big Chief Bo Dollis leads the Wild Magnolias through their Fest-closing set on the Jazz & Heritage Stage. Photo by Hunter King.
Los Poboycitos at the Lagniappe Stage on Sunday May 2
Tye Tribbet gets things moving in the Gospel Tent on Sunday May 2
Blodie's Jazz Jam in the WWOZ Jazz Tent on Sunday May 2
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Clarence "Trixie" Slaughter and Phil Frazier (of Rebirth) at Blodie's Jazz Jam on Sunday May 2
Clarence Carter (right) on the Congo Square Stage on Sunday May 2
Warren Storm on the Fais Do Do Stage, Sunday May 2
The Lady Buckjumpers got to second-lining... get out the way!
Second lines were happening all over the place at the Fairgrounds on Sunday
Prince of Wales at Jazz Fest 2010. Nonstop second-lining by various marching clubs and bands on Sunday at the Fest
Trombone Shorty plays loud and proud on the final Sunday of Jazz Fest 2010 - Gentilly Stage
Michael "Bass" Ballard with Trombone Shorty
Two members of Bonerama join the Sierra Leone Refugee All Stars on the final Sunday
Clarence "Frogman" Henry at Jazz Fest 2010. Photo by Hunter King.
Drummer Eric Heigle in the Blues Tent with Ernie Vincent and the Top Notes
Ernie Vincent in the Blues Tent on the final Sunday of Jazz Fest
Ernie Vincent (right) kicks off his signature tune, Dap Walk, in the Blues Tent on the final Sunday
(L to R) Mike Kobrin, James Martin, and Ernie Vincent in the Blues Tent
The horns in Reggie Hall and the Twilighters getting their swerve on
Reggie Hall opens up the Acura Stage on the last Sunday with his band the Twilighters
Singer Cindy Scott gets the third degree on air on May 1
Margie Perez waits her turn while Fredy Omar is interviewed by WWOZ on May 1
If you looked up at the Fest, there's a good chance you saw something like this...
The stellar front line of Brian Blade's Fellowship Band on May 1
Pigeon Town Steppers down!!!
The Pinstripe Brass Band at Jazz Fest 2012
Rebirth Brass Band on May 1
The Louisiana Double Dutch League at the Kids Tent on May 1
The food vendors were as crowded as the stages!
Shamarr Allen and his band of young proteges, Upset
Henry Butler at the Gentilly Stage on May 1
The New Leviathan Foxtrot Orchestra plays classic arrangements in the Economy Hall Tent
Russell Batiste & Friends on May 1: (L to R) Tambourine Green, Russell, and Jason Neville
The Selvys on the Gospel Stage Friday May 1
Allen Toussaint shows his appreciation to Theresa Andersson on the Acura Stage Friday May 1
Allen Toussaint's all-star cast of backup singers on the Acura Stage, Friday May 1
Allen Toussaint's horn section -- including Big Sam on trombone -- on the Acura Stage Friday, May 1
Allen Toussaint plays a rollicking set on the Acura Stage on the second Friday of Jazz Fest
Leo Nocentelli and George Porter Jr. with the New Orleans Social Club on April 30
Ivan Neville with the New Orleans Social Club at Jazz Fest 2010. Photo by Hunter King.
Henry Butler with the New Orleans Social Club on April 30
Raymond Weber (left) and George Porter Jr. with the New Orleans Social Club on April 30
Creole String Beans on April 30
Bonerama joins Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys at Jazz Fest on April 30 2010. Photo by Hunter King.
Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys on April 30
Kermit Ruffins at Jazz Fest 2010. Photo by Hunter King.
The Voices of Peter Claver in the Gospel Tent on April 30
Tony Dagradi of Astral Project on April 30
James Singleton and Johnny Vidacovich of Astral Project on April 30
The Dixie Cups perform a tribute to Bunchy Johnson at the Acura Stage on April 30
Buckwheat Zydeco at Jazz Fest on April 30
Buckwheat Zydeco (Stanley Dural Jr.) belts one out at Jazz Fest on April 30
Inspirational Souls of Chicago at the Gospel Stage on Thursday
Monk Boudreaux leads one of his classic Mardi Gras Indian chants on Thursday
The violinist in Steve Martin's Steep Canyon Rangers on Thursday
Steve Martin with the Steep Canyon Rangers at the Gentilly Stage on Thursday
Steve Martin performs on the Gentilly Stage Thursday
The mist outside the 'OZ Hospitality Tent was much needed on a muggy Thursday
C.J. Chenier on Thursday
Lyle Henderson in the Gospel Tent on Thursday
Nigel Hall on Thursday
Dr. Klaw — a superband including Ian Neville and Eric Krasno — drew some on-stage dancing girls on Thursday
The Roots of Music Marching Band marches through the Fairgrounds on Thursday
Warren Haynes rips one off before heading in for an interview with Dean Ellis and Stuart Raper on Thursday
Sunpie Barnes with the Louisiana Sunspots on Thursday
The Louisiana Sunspots, led by Bruce "Sunpie" Barnes
Stuart "Soul Stu" Raper with Warren Haynes on the air in the 'OZ broadcast tent
Red Hawk Hunters on the Jazz & Heritage Stage on Thursday
Red Hawk Hunter Mardi Gras Indians on Thursday
A Zydeco band on a merry-go-round...
Nick Daniels and Ian Neville with Dumpstaphunk on Thursday
Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk on Thursday
Sand to cover the mud—thank you Jazz Fest!
Classie Ballou belts one out in the Blues Tent early on Thursday
Mario Abney's Jazz Quintet in the WWOZ Jazz Tent on Thursday
Mario Abney's sizzlin' Sextet in the WWOZ Jazz Tent on Thursday
WWOZ Engineer Damond Jacob in the live broadcast truck
The Hot 8 Brass Band plays a hot set at the Jazz & Heritage Stage on Day 3
The Wonderful World of Louis Armstrong with James Andrews, Wycliffe Gordon and Victor Goines inspire a second line in the Economy Hall Tent
Trumpeter Shamarr Allen makes one of several guest appearances on Day 3
Terrance Simien leads the Zydeco Experience through a set at the Fais Do Do Stage on Day 3
The Blind Boys of Alabama keep the Gospel Tent rolling at Jazz Fest 2010. Photo by Hunter King.
Big Chief Monk Boudreaux with the Golden Eagles Mardi Gras Indians on the Jazz & Heritage Stage on Day 3
Bassist Mark Brooks and singer Betty Shirley perform a tribute to Juanita Brooks
Guardians of the Flame Mardi Gras Indians at the Kids Tent
Meeting of the masters: Dr. John and Allen Toussaint during the Voice of the Wetlands show at Jazz Fest 2010. Photo by WWOZ.
Jumpin' Johnny Sansone and Big Chief Monk Boudreaux at the Voices of the Wetlands show at Jazz Fest 2010. Photo by WWOZ.
Anders Osborne and Dr. John at the Voices of the Wetlands show, Jazz Fest 2010. Photo by WWOZ.
One of the many second lines that popped up at the Fairgrounds on Day 3
The Gospel Soul Children heat up the Gospel Tent on Day 3
Bobby Charles Tribute with interviewer Scott Jordan, Dr. John, Marcia Ball, and Jim Bateman
The Voices of Distinction put on one heavenly show in the Gospel Tent on Day 3
The Golden Star Hunters Mardi Gras Indians at the Jazz & Heritage Stage
The Storyville Stompers Brass Band at the Jazz & Heritage Stage on Day 3
The Golden Star Hunter Mardi Gras Indians put on a colorful show on Day 3
The great Carol Fran sings with Henry Gray & the Cats at the Blues Tent early on Day 3
Jellyroll Justice with his wife, 'OZ volunteer Patti Averbuck in the WWOZ Hospitality Tent. (Photo by Sally Young)
Bruce "Sunpie" Barnes visited the 'OZ Hospitality Tent to chat -- and grab some fruit 'n coffee.
At the Allison Miner Heritage Stage, Harry Shearer (far left) interviewed members of the HBO show "Treme" including (L to R) Eric Overmeyer, Wendell Pierce, Tom Piazza, and Lolis Eric Elie.
Kirk Joseph, Daniel Rubio and Ben Jaffe (L to R) lead about a dozen sousaphonists through the muddy pathways of the Fairgrounds on Day 2.
Kirk Joseph at Jazz Fest 2010. Photo by WWOZ.
The mud on Day 2 didn't stop people from getting their Groove on
WWOZ General Manager David Freedman checks in at the 'OZ Hospitality Tent on Day 2.
Once the sun came out, the mud was more amusing than annoying
Tambourinista about town Tambourine Green stopped in at the 'OZ Hospitality Tent for some fresh fruit on Day 2.
The Midnite Disturbers really brought the energy — and the education by way of "Listen to..." t-shirts
Big Sam points out where his Funky Nation will be playing
'OZ show hosts Andrew Grafe (far left) and Cousin Dimitri relax for a moment on Day 2 in the broadcast area.
Ben Jaffe and about 11 other sousaphonists marched through the Fairgrounds on Day 2
George Porter Jr. and Russell Batiste reunite the Funky Meters on Day 2
The tribute to Marva Wright in the Blues Tent included Davell Crawford (and his Singers), June Yamagishi, Jellybean Alexander, Tara Alexander, Chucky C., and many more!
The all-star horn section during the Marva Wright tribute on day 2 in the Blues Tent was tight, tight, tight!
Mark Mullins and Craig Klein of Bonerama
People weren't the only creatures enjoying the Fest
Bassist/vocalist Benny Turner and guitarist June Yamagishi rejoin as the BMW's for a tribute to Marva Wright on Day 2 in the Blues Tent
June Yamagishi is not only one of the best guitarists in town, he's got a great jam-face too!
Grandpa Elliot gets things started with his velvety voice in the Blues Tent on Day 2
Treme co-producer Eric Overmyer at the Sync Up conference
The New Orleans Nightcrawlers blasted off on the Jazz & Heritage Stage, with an all-star lineup that includes Craig Klein (trombone) and Matt Perrine (sousaphone)
Leah Chase crooned some beautiful numbers with the support of her quartet in the WWOZ Jazz Tent
Leah Chase (left) belts one out at the WWOZ Jazz Tent
Even the torrential rain couldn't keep one die-hard fan from listening to Spencer Bohren on the Lagniappe Stage
The rain was torrential on Day 1 of Jazz Fest, with water rushing like rapids down the sloped roof of the grandstands.
DJ Soul Sister interviews one of her all-time favorite idols, a candid, happy-go-lucky George Clinton. Photo by WWOZ.
Music journalist David Fricke interviews members of Chocolate Milk on the Allison Miner Music Heritage Stage
In the Economy Hall Tent, Clive Wilson's jazz band inspired a second line
'OZ Hosts Charlie B. and Bradley "Trout Meuniere" Blanchard at the broadcast area
WWOZ volunteer Stacey and New Orleans-Helsinki Connection trombonist Katja Toivola chat at the WWOZ Hospitality Tent.
Guitarist Kipori Woods leads his band in the Blues Tent during WWOZ's first live broadcast from Jazz Fest 2010.
Coach Bill Babcock (standing), A.J. Rodrigue, and Billy Delle in the 'OZ Hospitality Tent. (Photo by Sally Young)
Jazz Fest 2010
Classie Ballou
Red Hawk Hunter Mardi Gras Indians
Red Hawk Hunters
Soul Stu and Warren Haynes
Mario Abney's jazz band rocks the WWOZ Jazz Tent early on Thursday
Nick Daniels and Ian Neville with Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk on Thursday
Ivan Neville (right) leads his band Dumpstaphunk on Thursday
Zydeco on a merry-go-round on Thursday
Steve Martin & the Steep Canyon Rangers
Steve Martin
Monk Boudreaux (right) leads the 101 Runners on the Jazz & Heritage Stage on Thursday
Jazz Fest is a foodie's paradise, with booths and booths of wonderful delicacies.
This year's Jazz Fest poster features a beautiful painting of big-band leader, trumpeter, and composer Louis Prima by none other than the great singer Tony Bennett (Anthony Benedetto).
Held each year on the Monday night between the two New Orleans Jazz Fest weekends, New Orleans' best piano players and special guests tickle the ivories to benefit WWOZ.
Watch WWOZ listeners, musicians, and Jazz Fest aficionados recount their favorite Jazz Fest stories. From music and food to Fairgrounds adventures, these are tales worth telling, and Coventry Health Care helps us bring them to you. We’ll post new videos every few days—right up till Jazz Fest 2010!
