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World Journey 01/06/18

Sat, 01/06/18
Authored by Allan "Alski" Laskey
1     Maman Elise     Honoré Avolonto     08:44     Honoré Avolonto 2     Lougarou     Combite Creole     06:08     a New York 3     Romantik     Tatiana Miath     03:58     Zouk Anthology by Thierry Cham 4     cumbia de luna     el combo loco     02:45     the afrosound of... Read more

Rhythm Room Playlist 01/05/18

Sat, 01/06/18
Authored by Allan "Alski" Laskey
1     Grits And Gravy     The Fame Gang     02:41     The Fame Studios Story 1961-1973 2     Reunion Day     Gospel Machine     03:52     Your Holy Ghost 3     King Of All     Al Green     02:24     The Immortal Soul of Al Green - (Disc 4)=P&K 4     You Better Move On     A... Read more

'OZone Email Newsletter for January 2018

Fri, 01/05/18
In the JANUARY 2018 Issue of the 'OZone, WWOZ's monthly newsletter: WWOZ's New Director of Content, Dave Ankers | "Closeup: Tank & the Bangas" Worldwide Viewing Party | Our Show Hosts' Favorite Recordings of 2017 | NOLA 300: The Rex Anthem, "If Ever I Cease To Love" | Carniv... Read more

5 things to know for 1/5 - 1/11

Thu, 01/04/18
1) Epiphany! The 2018 Carnival season begins on Saturday with traditional Twelfth Night festivities from Krewe de Jeanne d'Arc, Phunny Phorty Phellows, Society Des Champs Elysee, and more. See this year's full parade schedule here. The first day of the Tricentennial Carniva... Read more

Playlist New Orleans Music Show 1.1.18

Thu, 01/04/18
Hello OZ Groovehounds,   Murf here, your friendly neighborhood DJ from the Monday New Orleans Music Show.  2018, the year of the Rad, and in keeping with that idea, I am going to post my playlist from each week's show, in case you missed it or have some questions.  I have... Read more

Yvonne Busch: WWOZ New Orleans Tricentennial Music Moment

Thu, 01/04/18
Yvonne Busch was one of the most important and influential New Orleans musicians, even though she was never a household name. A child prodigy and performer, she made a choice to change direction and teach in public schools -- and changed the lives of thousands. Read more

Perfect Gentlemen Second Line Parade, Sun. at noon

Wed, 01/03/18

Danny Barker Fest 2018

Wed, 01/03/18
Authored by Carrie Booher
The Danny Barker Banjo and Guitar Festival returns to stages and schools across the city on January 9 and runs through January 14. The mission of this unique festival is to showcase and highlight the many contributions and accomplishments of NEA Jazz Master Danny Barker: mu... Read more

Recipe: Tarte Tatin with Pears & Apples

Tue, 01/02/18
Enjoy this seasonal cocktail. Read more

'If Ever I Cease To Love': WWOZ New Orleans Tricentennial Moment

Tue, 01/02/18
There’s a song that’s been heard every Mardi Gras since 1872. Originally it didn’t have anything to do with New Orleans -- it was actually written by an English comedian. Read more

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