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Jazz Fest Day 4: Too Much Bliss?
A beautiful day with such good vibes that everybody, bands included, seemed a little blissed out. Do we need a little threatening weather or oppressive heat to generate some urgency? […]
The Whiteness of the Wales
The New Orleans musical method of reflecting on the city has for years been the catalogue of popular places. On his album Skull Orchard, Jon Langford – who’s playing tonight […]
Radiators Rule Second Weekend of Fest
I truly enjoyed my first Jazz Fest weekend. The highlights were, of course, the weather being so wonderful throughout. My favorite day was Saturday, though. When I got to the Fest, […]
Dressing the Part
I just had another lovely lunch at Cake Café, just blocks from the office. Allison gave me a few pointers on how she makes her awesome salad dressing. Cake Café […]
Last Night in Treme: Hot 8, Mem Shannon and Michael Hill
A few quick thoughts after this week’s Treme, which I thought was one of the better episodes in the series as a whole. Last week set the table; now we’re […]
Jazz Fest Day 3: Dr. John, John Legend and People Falling Down
For me, the best day of the fest so far. Everything I saw was interesting and some moments were spectacular. The notes: — Saturday, the Big Freedia, Sissy Nobby and […]
Jazz Fest: Day 2 – Mr. Davis, Tear Down that Gate
Typically, when civic officials dress down, it’s more awkward than when they’re in their suits in non-suit venues. Yesterday, Mayor Mitch Landrieu made it work with a black “Our City […]
Jazz Fest vs. Treme
[UPDATED] I know this is Jazz Fest time, but don’t forget to set your DVRs for Treme tonight. If you remain on the fence about the show, give it through […]
