New Orleans Music

Dr. Lonnie Smith

Fri, 04/08/11

Lonnie Smith has consistently been a leading force in jazz since 1969 when critics for Downbeat magazine hailed him as ‘Top Organist of 1969.’ More recently he has been selected as ‘Organ Keyboardist of the Year’ by The Jazz Journalist Association in 2003, 2004 and 2005. B... Read more

John "Papa" Gros

Fri, 04/08/11

John “Papa” Gros (pronounced Grow) is a pianist, organist, vocalist, and composer who combines the best of New Orleans’ piano professor traditions with contemporary funk, rock, and blues to create his own distinctive and dynamic sound. He is an established solo artist and i... Read more

Piano Night 2011 Artists

Tue, 04/05/11

Read more about Piano Night Buy Piano Night T-Shirts and Posters in the WWOZ Swamp Shop Check out some of the great musicians that performed at the the 23nd Annual WWOZ Piano Night. Read more

Magic Moment from Washboard Chaz

Mon, 02/14/11

Magic Moment from Washboard Chaz Read more

Magic Moment from Dancin' Man 504

Mon, 01/17/11

Magic Moment from Dancin' Man 504 Read more

WWOZ Looks Back At 2010!

Thu, 01/13/11

As we ring in the new year, join us in reminiscing about the best moments of 2010. From live broadcasts and in-studio performances to shows and festivals, we can think of quite a few magical highlights from the past year in New Orleans' rich musical tapestry. Read more