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Video: GZA and The Soul Rebels

Mon, 06/11/18
New Orleans' The Soul Rebels joined The Genius himself for a Tiny Desk Concert last month. The reclusive GZA performed 3 songs from his 1995 solo album, Liquid Swords -- 'Living In The World Today,' 'Duel of the Iron Mic,' and the title track, 'Liquid Swords.' "The Soul Re... Read more

Video: Troy Sawyer & the Elementz from J&H Center

Sat, 06/09/18
Authored by Carrie Booher
WWOZ was on hand for a live video stream of Troy Sawyer & the Elementz from the Jazz & Heritage Foundation's free Saturday night monthly concert series. Check it out below! Read more

Video: Calvin Johnson & Native Son at J&H Center

Sat, 06/09/18
Authored by Carrie Booher
WWOZ was on hand for a live video stream of Calvin Johnson & Native Son from the Jazz & Heritage Foundation's free Saturday night monthly concert series. Check it out below!  Read more

Interview: Yellow Pocahontas Gang Flag Boy Belden Batiste

Sat, 06/09/18
WWOZ's Action Jackson sat down for an interview with Yellow Pocahontas Gang Flag Boy Belden Batiste. They talk about the legendary Big Chief Tootie Montana, coming up in the masking tradition, and much more. Hear it below. Read more

2019 French Quarter Fest applications open

Sat, 06/09/18
Authored by Carrie Booher
French Quarter Festival is now accepting applications for local musicians interested in performing at the 2019 French Quarter Festival, to be held April 11-14, 2019. Interested performers are encouraged to access the application online. The deadline for application is Septe... Read more

Rhythm Room Playlist 06/08/18

Sat, 06/09/18
Authored by Allan "Alski" Laskey
1     Hector     Makala Jazz Funk Band     03:38     Xake! 2     If He Walked Today     Arthur Conley     02:31     Kent 358 - Arthur Conley - I'm Living Good 1964 - 1974 3     The Ladys Letter     Pops Staples     02:21     Don't Lose This 4     Push Come To Shove     Fredd... Read more

Video: TBC Brass Band 'Phat Black'

Fri, 06/08/18
It's Pride Fest this weekend! Check out the performance schedule for Saturday, June 9. It includes TBC Brass Band, as seen here last March at WWOZ. They're performing at 2:15p in front of the Phoenix (Elysian Fields & Rampart).  Read more

Video: Gal Holiday & the Honky Tonk Revue

Fri, 06/08/18
Authored by Carrie Booher
We welcomed Gal Holiday & the Honky Tonk Revue (full band) into our studios for the first time ever this afternoon! Black Mold hosted the group on his Friday edition of the New Orleans Music Show. Check it out below!  Read more

In Memoriam: Tee Eva

Fri, 06/08/18
Tee Eva, formally known as Eva Louis Perry, passed away Thursday, June 7, 2018, at the age of 83. She was well known in the New Orleans community as a baker of delicious pralines and miniature pies, as a parading Baby Doll, and as a backup singer for Ernie K-Doe.  Tee Eva ... Read more

5 things to know for 6/8 - 6/14

Thu, 06/07/18
Authored by Carrie Booher
1) Pho Festival is happening in Harvey on Saturday and Sunday! It'll be happening at its new location at the Nawlins Market in Harvey, 10a-10p both days. This is a homey event-- while some restaurants take part in the festival, most of the food is prepared by families and l... Read more

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