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Jerry Lenaz, Walking Encyclopedia of the Air Waves

Mon, 03/18/24

--Written by Melissa Milton It’s Friday, and you’re wondering what to do after work, where to meet up with your friends. Or, you’re in town visiting because, you know, New Orleans music, so you tune in to WWOZ and, at the top of every odd hour, one of the station’s most se... Read more

A message from Leo Nocentelli, The Meters lead guitarist and a proud WWOZ Guardian of the Groove

Wed, 03/13/24

I’ve been supporting WWOZ since the beginning. I’ve always felt great about that participation, and the way WWOZ supported the city, starting with local artists, playing their records.  The first real radio support that The Meters had was from WWOZ. I’m old enough to know ... Read more

Terrance Simien, Zydeco Musician and proud member of the 'OZ family, on why you should support WWOZ

Tue, 03/12/24

Why do I support WWOZ? It would be a long explanation because WWOZ is so many things. WWOZ is a radio station totally unique to the culture and the music of Louisiana and of New Orleans. WWOZ has done so much for me and my career, and people like me - other Zydeco musician... Read more

A Note from Mark Landesman, host of The Sunday Morning Jazz Set, Sundays from 6-8:30am

Sat, 03/09/24

Authored by:  Mark Landesman

A Note from Mark Landesman, host of The Sunday Morning Jazz Set, Sundays from 6-8:30am I support WWOZ because music is an integral part of my life and hosting The Sunday Morning Jazz Set is how I express my love of music. I've listened to music all my life, starting when I... Read more

In Memoriam: Oliver "Squirky Man" Hunter, Jr.

Fri, 03/08/24

WWOZ is saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Oliver "Squirky Man" Hunter, Jr. For many years, Oliver was very active in the culture of New Orleans, with the Tambourine and Fan organization and Sudan Social Aid & Pleasure Club, and serving as a Grand Marshal for many ... Read more

I support WWOZ because I cannot imagine life without it

Fri, 03/08/24

Authored by:  Elizabeth Meneray

Have you ever been in your car on a sunny New Orleans Saturday afternoon, and you have your windows down and maybe Yolanda Estrada is doing Tiene Sabor, and the rhythm of the music seems to jive right along with your car, jiggling and jumping along the uneven streets, throu... Read more

Wacko Wade and Little Freddie King on WWOZ

Fri, 03/08/24

WWOZ is the window to the World for New Orleans and Louisiana music. When Little Freddie King started recording again in the early 90s, it was Jerry Brock and DJ John Sinclair that came to us and introduced our “Gut-Bucket Blues” to the World by way of WWOZ. After many year... Read more

A Note from WWOZ GM Beth Arroyo Utterback

Wed, 03/06/24

Dear Guardians of the Groove, This is a very exciting time for our beloved WWOZ! Our Spring Membership Drive begins tomorrow and I hope we can count on your support during this pivotal time for our station. You can become a member today at wwoz.org/donate. For the last fe... Read more

Barbara Hawkins of the Dixie Cups on the '50s R&B Show tonight

Tue, 03/05/24

Authored by:  Neil Pellegrin

Tune in to the '50s R&B Show with host Neil Pellegrin this Tuesday from 7-10pm CT as Barbara Hawkins of The Dixie Cups joins him in the studio! Barbara, along with her sister Rosa Lee Hawkins and their cousin, Joan Marie Johnson, formed the group in the early '60s. They wer... Read more

Suwannee Spring Reunion officially kicks off festival season

Fri, 03/01/24

Well, it’s about to officially be festival season. What is the official kick off for you for your festival season?  For myself, festival season officially kicks off in March with the Suwannee Spring Reunion at the Spirit of the Suwanee Music Park, just a seven hour drive fr... Read more