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French Quarter Fest 2017 Lineup Announced (April 6-9)

Tue, 01/24/17

Authored by: Chris Saucier

Seva Venet pays homage to the history of New Orleans banjo music with his new release, New Orleans Banjo Vol. 1 “Musieu Bainjo.” Venet’s goal for this project was not self-satisfying; instead, Venet hopes to shed new light on the important and vibrant history of the banjo a... Read more

Dumpstaphunk w/Trombone Shorty 'Justice'

Mon, 01/23/17

A powerful new video from Dumpstaphunk's collaboration with Trombone Shorty for the song 'Justice' was released on Inauguration Day (January 20, 2017). The song was first released in early 2016 during the presidential campaign. The video was purposely released on the day of... Read more

WWOZ's Cuttin' Class receives $25k grant from Entergy

Mon, 01/23/17

Entergy New Orleans is a proud new sponsor of WWOZ's Cuttin' Class, a series of live in-studio performances by middle and high school students from the Greater New Orleans area. We welcome a new group of students into our studio each month for a half-hour radio program spot... Read more

The Indigenous Influence on American Music

Mon, 01/23/17

Authored by: Carrie Booher

A new documentary is exploring the deep influence indigenous Americans have had on modern American music. Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World premiered this weekend at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah. Rumble tells the tales and expounds on the influence of many Nati... Read more

Soul Power 01/21/17

Sat, 01/21/17

Authored by: Allan "Alski" Laskey

1 Staxx Of Gold African Music Machine 08:17 African Music Machine 2 I'm Thankful (Part 1) Spanky Wilson & The Quantic Soul Orchestra 04:03 I'm Thankful 3 Move on Up The Dynamics 05:59 Version Excursions 4 My Place Soopas... Read more

Rhythm Room Playlist 01/20/16

Sat, 01/21/17

Authored by: Allan "Alski" Laskey

1 She Breaks Booker T. Jones 04:22 Potato Hole 2017/1/20 22:02:56 2 Little Light The Eagle Rock Gospel Singers 03:23 Heavenly Fire '15 2017/1/20 22:07:37 3 I Ain't Raisin' No Sand Staple Singers 06:30 Be What You Are 2017/1/20 22... Read more

5 things to know for 1/20-1/26

Fri, 01/20/17

Authored by: Carrie Booher

1) The 2017 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival lineup is due out any day now and our Brass Passes, WWOZ's transferable 7-day access pass to the festival, are selling fast! Learn more about the amenities the WWOZ Brass Pass provides to its holders or get one now at our Bra... Read more