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Danny Barker Radio Series

Mon, 01/11/10

Authored by: David Kunian

In honor of the 101st anniversary of the birth of one Mr. Danny Barker - musician, author, teacher, writer, griot, and just general MAN of New Orleans music, the five part Danny Barker Radio Series will air on 90.7 FM New Orleans, WWOZ, www.wwoz.org. This will happen on th... Read more

Of Poets and Haggis

Mon, 01/11/10

Authored by: Sean O'Meara

Story by Sharon Armstrong. Fair fa' your honest, sonsie face?…Yeah, you right! New Orleans has always been a melting pot of people and cultures, not to mention customs and cuisine. And just as Cajuns are reputed to eat anything that doesn’t manage to crawl off their plates... Read more

RISING FROM THE ASSHES! The Krewe du Vieux and His Honorairety Mac “Dr. John” Rebennack are “All Fired Up” !

Sun, 01/10/10

Authored by: A.J. Rodrigue (Boudin Man)

The satirical Krewe du Vieux Carre parade will take place on Saturday, January 30, 2010, rolling through the Marigny and French Quarter. The King of KdV for 2010 will be hisself the music legend Dr. John, with Priestess Miriam Chamani reigning as Queen. In typical KdV fash... Read more

"Blues with a Vieux"

Fri, 01/08/10

Authored by: George Ingmire

The blues of Little Freddie King meets up with the annual Krewe du Vieux parade, set to take place January 30 in the French Quarter and Marigny neighborhoods. After that, we'll catch some heavy Hammond organ action at the B3 Summit. And don’t worry, you won’t leave hungry —... Read more

Jazz Fest Magic Moment from Cynthia Arrington

Thu, 01/07/10

Wed, 01/06/10

During 2009 we lost some amazing musicians and friends, including Snooks Eaglin, Eddie Bo, and Antoinette K-Doe, who've contributed richness to the musical tapestry of New Orleans and the world. Join us in remembering their songs and their spirits, and add your own tributes to... Read more