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Block Party Playlist 12/05/15

Sat, 12/05/15

Authored by: Allan "Alski" Laskey

Num. Title Artist Time Release Start Time 1 Ode To Billy Joe Pt1 Mighty Flea 02:48 45rpm 2015/12/5 18:01:41 2 To Sir With Love Al Green 04:10 Truth N Time 2015/12/5 18:04:44 3 Black Magic Woman Denni... Read more

Rhythm Room Playlist 12/05/15

Sat, 12/05/15

Authored by: Allan "Alski" Laskey

Num. Title Artist Time Release Start Time 1 Since I Lost My Baby Kool and the Gang 02:12 2015/12/4 22:01:06 2 Deep River Bobby Womack 01:50 The Bravest Man in the Universe 2015/12/4 22:03:26 3 Far Cel... Read more

35 years of WWOZ

Thu, 12/03/15

Authored by: Carrie Booher

WWOZ makes 35 this week! And, oh, what a ride it's been-- from our humble beginnings in a small alcove above the stage at Tipitina's to our treehouse spot in Armstrong Park to our latest location in the French Market Building along the Mississippi River, WWOZ has been proud... Read more

The Fine Musical Art of Gerry O'Beirne

Thu, 12/03/15

Authored by: Sharon Armstrong

Renowned Irish musician Gerry O’Beirne will perform at Trèo on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2015. As a singer, songwriter, world-class guitarist, and producer, the Co. Clare native blends elements of traditional Irish music with contemporary original songs. A well-known solo artist,... Read more

New music spotlight: Brint Anderson

Tue, 12/01/15

Authored by: Carrie Booher

What's old is new again on Brint Anderson's homage to the late, great Earl King. Anderson's new CD, Covered In Earl, lays out fourteen of King's tracks with aplomb. The instantly recognizable hits are there ('Trick Bag,' 'Come On, Let The Good Times Roll,' 'The Things That ... Read more

Krewe of Jingle Parade 12/5

Mon, 11/30/15

Authored by: Carrie Booher

Santa Claus is coming to town to ride in the Krewe of Jingle parade this Saturday, December 5. Along with Santa, the parade will bring the usual fare, but with a Christmas theme-- floats, marching bands, stilt walkers, Christmas characters and many more "magical surprises" ... Read more

Corey Ledet & his Zydeco Band "Another Pretty Day"

Mon, 11/30/15

Authored by: David Stafford

Produced by our friends a KRVS in Lafayette, here's Corey Ledet and his Zydeco Band doing "Another Pretty Day", from their 2012 release Nothin' But the Best.Musicians Corey Ledet, accordion, vocals; Chad Fouquier, guitar, vocals; Li'l Buck Sinegal, guitar; Cedryl Ballou, dr... Read more

New music spotlight: Nigel Hall

Sun, 11/29/15

Authored by: Carrie Booher

New Orleans soul singer Nigel Hall released his latest album, "Ladies and Gentlemen... Nigel Hall" earlier this month on Feel Music Group/Round Hill Music. Hall displays incredible range throughout the album, which is full of Hall's signature smooth vocals and keyboard skil... Read more

Four Guitars

Sat, 11/28/15

In this episode of NEW ORLEANS CALLING! we examine the role of the guitar in the New Orleans sound. Read more

Rhythm Room Playlist 11/27/15

Sat, 11/28/15

Authored by: Allan "Alski" Laskey

Num. Title Artist Time Release Start Time 1 Walking Thru Jerusalem Corporation 02:54 Solid Gold From The Vaults Vol. 4 2015/11/27 22:02:51 2 I Shall be Released Marion Williams 04:33 The New Message 2015/11/27 22:0... Read more

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