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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…

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…

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. …

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…

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…