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Steven Bernstein and Henry Butler on Jazz Night in America

Mon, 02/23/15

Authored by: David Stafford

In this video clip from a recent episode of Jazz Night in America, trumpeter/composer/arranger Steven Bernstein and New Orleans pianist Henry Butler, co-leaders of a band they call the Hot 9, break down just how they built an ensemble around one man's signature style. Berns... Read more

Valerie June, Tiny Desk Concert

Sun, 02/22/15

Authored by: David Stafford

Memphis singer-songwriter Valerie June was one of the highlights of last October's Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival. In this NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert, a three-song set including two from her most recent album Pushin' Against a Stone, she shows off her singular blend of... Read more

Lomax videos of New Orleans & Cajun country musicians from early 1980s

Sat, 02/21/15

Authored by: Carrie Booher

Alan Lomax is well-known among American traditional music fans for his extensive audio field recordings from the 1930s onward, much of which has been released and distributed through the Library of Congress and the Smithsonian Folkways label. Lesser known is Lomax's video w... Read more

Rhythm Room Playlist 02/20/15

Sat, 02/21/15

Authored by: Allan "Alski" Laskey

Num. Title Artist Time Release Start Time 1 Get Up (Or Get Out) Bloodstone 03:26 I Need Time 2015/2/20 22:00:51 2 A Prayer Curtis Mayfield 04:05 Gospel 2015/2/20 22:03:49 3 You've Got To Save Me Laur... Read more

In Memoriam: Ward "Mack" McClendon

Fri, 02/20/15

Authored by: Leslie Molson

Lower 9th Ward Village founder and WWOZ Community Advisory Board member Ward "Mack" McClendon passed away on February 14, 2015. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend his Home Going Celebration on Saturday, February 21, 2015 (tomorrow), 10:00 AM at Next Gene... Read more

Steve Riley And The Mamou Playboys, Tiny Desk Concert

Wed, 02/18/15

Authored by: David Stafford

If you're kicking back and recovering from Mardi Gras, check out this four-song set by Grammy-nominated Cajun band Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys, a 2011 Tiny Desk Concert from the NPR Music office. Set List: "Lyons Point" "Valse de Chagrin/Waltz of Sorrow" "Grand Isle" ... Read more

'OZone Email Newsletter for February, 2015

Tue, 02/17/15

In This Issue Louisiana Music Factory/Swamp Shop Anniversary Broadcast Hear the Mardi Gras Indian Queens Spring 2015 Pledge Party, March 3-13 Congo Square New World Rhythms Festival, March 21-22 Class Got Brass Call for Entries Recipe: Crawfish Pasta Quick Links Spread the G... Read more

Dr. John & the Lower 911, "Big Bass Drum (On A Mardi Gras Day)"

Sun, 02/15/15

Authored by: David Stafford

Back in July 2011, Dr. John played the Gathering of the Vibes Music Festival at Seaside Park in Bridgeport, Connecticut and gave this performance of "Big Bass Drum (On A Mardi Gras Day). Happy Carnival, y'all! Read more

World Journey Carnival Edition

Sat, 02/14/15

Authored by: Allan "Alski" Laskey

Num. Title Artist Time Release Start Time 1 I Am Paradise Alternative Quartet 03:53 We Muzik Vol. 3 Trinidad & Tobago 2015/2/14 16:05:53 2 Iko Iko Zap Mama 02:45 Mission Impossible 2 RETAIL 2015/2/14 16:10:22 ... Read more

All On A Mardi Gras Day

Sat, 02/14/15

Authored by: George Ingmire

Welcome to WWOZ's new nationally syndicated program, NEW ORLEANS CALLING! In this week's episode, "All On A Mardi Gras Day", we focus on the culmination of Carnival Season in New Orleans. Read more

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