The New Orleans Saints beat the Indianapolis Colts 31-17 in their first-ever Superbowl, definitively answering the question "Who Dat?!" WWOZ celebrates the Saints' victory with our collection of songs and videos by local artists like Kermit Ruffins, Shamarr Allen, Beth Patterson, the Olympia Brass Band and many more. Geaux Saints — WWOZ and all of New Orleans believed!
The earthquake that devastated Haiti on January 12 is still a disaster in progress. Please see our continuously updated list of local Haiti relief events — including benefit concerts, pot luck planners, and much more. You can also learn about the important historical and cultural connections between New Orleans and Haiti.
The 2010 Jazz Fest poster is now available, featuring a gorgeous painting of Louis Prima by legendary singer Tony Bennett. The Fest has also released the day-by-day breakdown of acts — so start planning your Fest today! And don't forget to pick up your WWOZ Brass Pass before prices go up on February 19.
The New Orleans Jazz Orchestra (NOJO) won a Grammy for their CD 'Book One' in the Large Jazz Ensemble category. Terence Blanchard also won for Best Improvised Solo, and Buckwheat Zydeco took top Zydeco/Cajun honors for his album 'Lay Your Burden Down'. Congrats to all these great local Grammy winners!
Club owner Bil Szarabajka recently held a Haiti benefit at two clubs on Frenchmen Street. 24 bands donated their time, and the proceeds — $5007 — went to Doctors Without Borders for Haiti relief. Kudos to Bil and the performers!
