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29th International Blues Challenge in Memphis

Tue, 01/29/13
Authored by Big D
While those of you in New Orleans are dealing with all the fun that comes with Super Bowl, I will be in Memphis (most likely freezing) and participating in the Blues Society's International Blues Challenge. The 2013 International Blues Challenge will be the 29th year of Blue... Read more

Soul Stu In Exile: Henry Butler meets Millenial Territory Orchestra

Tue, 01/29/13
Authored by Soul Stu
In a city known for its incredible piano players, New Orleans native Henry Butler sits a master of this unique stylistic craft. Currently residing in Brooklyn when not on tour, I was quite thrilled to see that Henry was playing a gig at the 55 Bar, a great little spot in a ... Read more

Soul Stu In Exile: Colin Lake

Fri, 01/25/13
Authored by Soul Stu
A great thing about being a New Orleanian in New York City is the steady stream of familiar faces you get to see, whether just passing through or here for a while. The Crescent City and the Big Apple cross-pollinate quite a bit, especially within the music community. Both m... Read more

Andrew Baham Visits WWOZ

Wed, 01/23/13
Authored by Jelly Roll Justice
Brilliant young trumpeter Andrew Baham will visit Jelly Roll Justice this Thursday, January 24th, to talk about his gig at Snug Harbor later that night at 8 and 10 p.m.   Baham began playing the trumpet at age 11 --- inspired by the discipline and appeal of the marching ban... Read more

Record Sale for Charity...lots of awesome clothes for sale, too 1/19

Fri, 01/18/13
Authored by Mark LaMaire
There will be a group sale happening on Saturday, January 19 from 9 AM until 4:30 PM to benefit One World Family International Non-Profit Organization.  For sale will be an amazing collection of clothing from Thailand, handmade jewelry from Angee Jackson (owner of Miette Bo... Read more

Krewe de Seuss & The Seven Nozzled Bloozer

Fri, 01/18/13
Attention all Yats in Hats, and Dats who say Who… I know where that Fox got his Socks at… Do you? Your gumbo’s not all that, so throw your roux in the rue. We really must demand that it have Green Eggs and Ham in it! That goes for Yertle the Turtle Soup too! Our Boom ... Read more

Celebrating Wessell "Warmdaddy" Anderson!

Mon, 01/14/13
Authored by Jelly Roll Justice
During part of  “Jazz from the French Market” on Thursday, January 17th, Jelly Roll Justice will feature tunes by the great alto saxophonist Wessell "Warmdaddy" Anderson    Wess has recently suffered a major stroke and is recovering while undergoing physical, occupational a... Read more

"Pardon My French"

Wed, 01/09/13
Authored by Jelly Roll Justice
While out at the Bestoff Sculpture Garden in City Park this Tuesday morning --- where I volunteer --- I was approached by an elderly tourist from Paris who could not speak any English.  She needed to ask a question about the garden, and began with  "Pardonnez mon francais."... Read more

Calvin Johnson, Jr. Visits Before His CD Release Party

Wed, 01/02/13
Authored by Jelly Roll Justice
  On Thursday, January 3rd, the Calvin Johnson Quartet debuts its 2012 album "Jewel's Lullaby" at Snug Harbor.  Before heading over for sound check, Calvin will stop by WWOZ for an interview just after five (5 p.m.) with Jelly Roll Justice. Calvin Johnson, Jr. was born with... Read more

Smoking Time Jazz Club CD Release Party on Saturday, January 5 at Maison!

Sun, 12/30/12
Authored by Carrie Booher
Local favorites The Smoking Time Jazz Club are celebrating the release of their third CD, "Oh Sister, Ain't That Hot!" on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Maison on Frenchmen. The band takes the stage from 7-10pm, and will have the new CD available for purchase that night. No... Read more

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