When Shirani Rea opened Peaches Records in 1975, she became an independent business owner with a humanist approach to her bottom line. The beloved record store, now located on Magazine Street and Napoleon Avenue, is not only one of New Orleans’ best places to buy music and merchandise, but also a venue for live performances and philanthropic events. Along with her kids Lillie and Lee, she operates the storefront with unbridled warmth, greeting every customer with a smile and an embrace in her...