Browsing: New Orleans Blues

Attending any outdoor music event in Florida is an experience to be remembered. The Sunshine Blues Festival was no exception.

Returning for it’s 3rd season, the story revolves around a colorful cast of New Orleans characters, with a second-to-none soundtrack of blues, jazz, and heavy brass.

The powerful Lionel Batiste, of the famous Treme Brass Band, has passed away.

American Blues Scene has been Sybilized in our latest featured article… and what a great thing that is! This New Orleans gem is a multi-talented and fascinating musician that you need to read about!

Just a month after spinal fusion surgery, New Orleans legend Bryan Lee wants fans to know the procedure was a success &how very grateful he is to everyone who bestowed him & his wife with their prayers, gifts, and support.

Today, we remember JAMES BOOKER on his birthday. In a region glutted with flamboyant musicians, Booker’s reputation as both a genius & a flake reached legendary proportions.

It is with deep sadness that we must pass along the news that the enigmatic Hoodoo bluesman Coco Robicheaux, who…

Fats Domino emerged from New Orleans to become one of rock-and-roll’s earliest and finest stars. With over 65 million record sales to his credit, he has had an incredible impact on music.

New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, one of the finest, oldest, largest music festivals in the country, starts tomorrow! Nearly half a million people will be descending on the Crescent City!

Dr. John is one of the most internationally celebrated musicians to come from New Orleans. After a half century of creating music, he’s still running fast and strong.