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2025 Louisiana-based Grammy Award nominees

Sat, 02/01/25

Congratulations to all of the 2025 Grammy Award nominees, especially those from Louisiana and the Gulf Coast! Jon Batiste's documentary American Symphony earned nominations in two categories, Best Music Film and a song featured in the film by Batiste and Dan Wilson for Be... Read more

In Memoriam: Lawrence Ketchens II

Fri, 01/31/25

WWOZ is saddened to share that Dr. Lawrence Ketchens II passed away early this morning. He was a beloved husband to Doreen Ketchens, as well as a devoted father, friend, and musician. Lawrence was most recognized as a member of Doreen's Jazz, playing tuba, valve trombone, d... Read more

French Quarter Fest Lineup

Wed, 01/29/25

This year's French Quarter Festival presented by Chevron will take place April 10-13, 2025! French Quarter Fest is the largest free festival and showcase of Louisiana music, food, and culture. The festival takes place across venues and stages in the French Quarter of New Or... Read more

In Memoriam: "Brown Sugar" Belle Moore

Fri, 01/24/25

WWOZ is saddened to share that former show host Belle "Brown Sugar" Moore died on January 22, 2025. Brown Sugar was one of the biggest personalities to ever grace the airwaves in New Orleans, and served as a DJ on WWOZ from the late 1980s until 2004. She also led our member... Read more

Test for Brass Pass Reel

Sun, 01/19/25

Mon, 01/13/25

--Written by Melissa Milton It's good to have an alter ego, like Fox Duhon, even if what you really might need is a stunt double. Wouldn't that make it easier to anchor two very different shows each week on WWOZ, plus assist in the station's audio engineering work, all ... Read more

Video: John "Prince" Gilbert's Funeral

Sat, 01/04/25

Dozens of brass players, Baby Dolls, and Mardi Gras Indians came out to honor John "Prince" Gilbert at his funeral on December 30, 2024. At the time of his passing on December 14, Gilbert played saxophone for Treme Brass Band. He was also an original member of Rebirth Brass... Read more

Bourbon Street Tragedy

Fri, 01/03/25

As New Orleans' community radio station, everyone at WWOZ is deeply saddened by the tragedy that occurred on Bourbon Street early on New Year's Day. We send our deepest condolences to the victims and their families and friends. As always, music remains the heartbeat keeping... Read more

2025 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule

Tue, 12/31/24

The Mardi Gras season is upon us again! Here's the parade schedule for 2025 (subject to change): Monday, January 6 5pm Society Des Champs Elysée - Marigny (walking parade only) 7pm Phunny Phorty Phellows - St. Charles streetcar route followed by Funky Uptown Krewe 8pm Joan ... Read more