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Treme/7th Ward Fest this weekend

Thu, 05/25/17
Authored by Carrie Booher
The 2017 Treme/7th Ward Arts & Culture Festival returns to the space beneath the Claiborne bridge this Memorial Day weekend. The festival celebrates the history, traditions, and culture of two of the oldest, most notable neighborhoods in the United States. These vibrant and... Read more

Zulu and Money Wasters Second Line Parades this weekend

Thu, 05/25/17

Diggin in the Crates - MAY 25, 2017

Thu, 05/25/17
     The Mavericks              Decided to go digging in the again? Welcome! First, A great band that may just blow your mind, The Mavericks.  I also have been spinning  Bunny Wailer’s super soulful reggae album Protest. Ever heard of the Mavericks?  Probably . . . I, ho... Read more

Lemon Meringue Pie from Walter Wolfman Washington

Thu, 05/25/17
This recipe for Lemon Meringue Pie is Walter Wolfman Washington's contribution to That Sounds Good: A Cookbook Celebrating 30 Years of WWOZ. Read more

2.2 million images from first 100 years of photography now available

Wed, 05/24/17
Authored by Carrie Booher
The Europeana Collections recently made 2.2 milion images from the first 100 years of photography's existence available for browsing, searching, and download on their website. The collection includes images and documents from 50 European institutions in 34 different countri... Read more

Video: Kristin Diable 'I Know A Man'

Wed, 05/24/17
The great free concert series, Wednesday at the Square, run by Young Leadership Council New Orleans at Lafayette Square, is coming to an end of its spring 2017 season. WWOZ was there to broadcast and video stream live from the event on March 29, 2017 with performances from ... Read more

Robert Cray & Bobby Rush to headline 2017 Crescent Blues & BBQ Fest

Mon, 05/22/17
The 12th annual Crescent City Blues & BBQ Fest, happening October 13-15 at Lafayette Square, announced its 2017 headliners today. Fans will be treated to performances from Grammy Award winners Robert Cray and Bobby Rush. Rush also performed at this festival in 2014. Check o... Read more

Rhythm Room Playlist 05/19/17

Sat, 05/20/17
Authored by Allan "Alski" Laskey
1    Hot Fun in the Summertime    Freddy Robinson    02:56    Hot Fun in the Summertime 2    Abraham    Ruthie Foster    04:42    Joy Comes Back 3    Stealing In The Name Of The Lord    dimmy Wonder    02:34    Full Up (bunny 'striker' Lee's 4    He Called Me Baby    Ella Wa... Read more

R&B Show 5/18/17

Thu, 05/18/17
Authored by Allan "Alski" Laskey
1    Really (Part 1)    Johnny Jones & The Imperial 7    02:14    Night Train To Nashville - Music City Rhythm And Blues, 1945-1970 (Disc 2) 2    Florence    Paragons    02:44    Encyclopedia Of Doo Wop 3    Bila    Versatones    02:14    Encyclopedia Of Doo Wop 4    Leroy   ... Read more

New from John Papa Gros: 'Cocaine & Chicken Fricassée'

Thu, 05/18/17
Lots of great new videos out from New Orleans artists this week! The latest comes from John Papa Gros and his song 'Cocaine and Chicken Fricassée.'  The song collects narratives from Papa Grows Funk’s long-running Monday night residency at the Maple Leaf. Gros offers that t... Read more

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