Feb 13, 2026
James Booker: The Piano Prince of New Orleans
James Carroll Booker III (December 17, 1939 – November 8, 1983) was an American New Orleans rhythm and blues keyboardist and singer. Flamboyant in personality and style, and possessing extraordinary technical skill…
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Feb 11, 2026
Today, as part of our celebration of
MARDI GRAS
we take a look at 4 legendary New Orleanians
Who played major roles in the development of
the New Orleans music scene!
ESQUERITA
“In the early 1950s, Richard Penniman, who would…
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Mar 7, 2025
THE DEW DROP INN
2836 Lasalle St New Orleans
"Meet those fine gals,
Your buddies and your pals,
Down in New Orleans on a street they call LaSalle
Down at the Dew Drop Inn,
You meet all your fine friends. …
Feb 10, 2024
One of the most unique aspects of Mardi Gras in New Orleans is the existence of the Mardi Gras Indians. From the neworleans.com site: “Mardi Gras is full of secrets, and the Mardi Gras Indians are as much a part…
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Feb 6, 2024
The Clock On The Wall Sez
It's Time For Some Tasty Mardi Gras Sounds!
Let's start things off with Galactic
welcoming us all to Nawlins!
Galactic's sound has evolved from organic New Orleans funk to a more modern style, incorporating…
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