Issue Articles
Grammy Business
The 52nd Annual Grammy Awards are filled with ties to New Orleans and Louisiana. From the nominations of Harry Connick, Jr. in the Pop category and Allen Toussaint and Terence […]
Simien, the Mouse and the Frog
There’s no surprise Walt Disney Studios selected zydeco musician Terrance Simien to perform on the soundtrack for its new animated film, The Princess and the Frog, which is set in […]
When Band-Aids Aren’t Enough
While the nation debates health care solutions, local musicians are in danger of losing the foundation that is keeping them mentally and physically healthy and, in some cases, alive. Founded […]
A Good Tip…from Bartender Bill Stehr
Out on the Mississippi River on the Steamboat Natchez, bartender Bill Stehr has it a little easier than his French Quarter counterparts. While the demand is high during the legendary […]
Carnival Time’s New Home
It’s Carnival Time again in New Orleans and no one is happier to be a part of it than the man who penned the legendary song of the same name. […]
Subdudes: Up Close and Personal
Fans of New Orleans-bred rock band the subdudes have a new DVD to tied them over until Jazz Fest, their next scheduled appearance. Live and Acoustic was filmed at the […]
Rock ‘n’ Bowl Turns 20
New Orleans is full of bars and clubs with rich histories and traditions. Some we relinquish to the tourists, but the locals don’t turn loose of places like the Mid-City […]
A Dreamer, But He’s Not the Only One
JT Nesbitt has never met a stranger. He’s a charming and engaging guy, cordial in a relaxed way that probably makes him everyone’s favorite bartender. And he pours a damn […]
First Stevie, Then Scully
Fabled R&B singer Andre Williams recorded with Stevie Wonder, Ike and Tina Turner and Mary Wells. Ryan Scully joins that list with the Black Godfather’s latest album, Can You Deal […]
