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In Memoriam: Arthur "Mr. Okra" Robinson

Fri, 02/16/18

It is the end of an era in New Orleans as the last singing produce vendor, Mr. Okra, has passed away. Arthur Robinson was better known as Mr. Okra, a man who drove his produce-laden truck through the streets and sang his wares through a microphone/bullhorn system. The simpl... Read more

5 things to know for 2/16 - 2/22

Thu, 02/15/18

Authored by:  Carrie Booher

1) The application deadline for the Jazz & Heritage Foundation's Class Got Brass contest is Friday, February 16 at 5p. Schools will compete for up to $10,000 in prize money at this year's Congo Square Fest, happening March 3-4.  2) Astral Project will be performing two fre... Read more

What We're Up To at 'OZ

Thu, 02/15/18

Here's something we want to share with all of our listeners: a document that details some of what we do here at WWOZ.  Download the PDF: 2017 Local Content & Service Report to the Community  Read more

Herlin Riley 'Tutti Ma Was A Big Fine Thing'

Wed, 02/14/18

Happy birthday, Herlin Riley! Here's his performance of 'Tutti Ma Was A Big Fine Thing' at WWOZ in 2016.  Read more

Congo Square Rhythms Fest: March 3-4, 2018

Wed, 02/14/18

Authored by:  Carrie Booher

Congo Square Rhythms Festival, presented by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation, returns to Armstrong Park March 3-4, 2018. This is the 11th annual presentation of this deeply meaningful and vibrant (and free!) festival that celebrates the many traditions that trace ... Read more

Ol' Man River subs for Hazel Sunday, welcomes Creole Wild West Monday

Sun, 02/11/18

Authored by:  Carrie Booher

Two special shows from Ol' Man River this week! He'll be subbing for Hazel the Delta Rambler on Sunday, February 11 from 10a-12p. "The show will be very festive so please tune in," he says. Then, in his regular slot on Monday, 6-9a, he will welcome the Big Chief and Spy Bo... Read more

Big Chief Monk Boudreaux & the Golden Eagles f/Big Chief Juan Pardo 'Sew, Sew, Sew'

Sat, 02/10/18

Sew, sew, sew! The Mardi Gras Indians are putting the finishing touches on this year's suits now and in honor of their hard work, here's Big Chief Monk Boudreaux & the Golden Eagles featuring Big Chief Juan Pardo performing 'Sew, Sew, Sew' at Congo Square Rhythms Fest. Read more

Rhythm Room Playlist 02/09/18

Video: Northside Skull & Bone Gang

Fri, 02/09/18

The Skull & Bones tradition honors African ancestral spirits and the dead, inviting them to take a walk on Mardi Gras morning. It’s a way for people to connect and give tribute to the family spirits that came before them. Each year, Skull & Bones reminds us all to enjoy lif... Read more

5 things to know for 2/9 - 2/15

Thu, 02/08/18

Authored by:  Carrie Booher

HAPPY MARDI GRAS!!! 1) It's Mardi Gras, y'all!!! We've got all the sounds of Carnival on our airwaves over the next few days. Listen in!  2) Throw me something, mister! We've got your parade schedule right here: Friday, Feb. 9 11:30a Krewe of Bosom Buddies (French Quarter)... Read more