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Ozzy Osbourne (1948-2025)

Ozzy Osbourne, the father of British heavy metal, singer, songwriter and media personality, died Tuesday, July 22, 2025, after a long struggle with Parkinson’s disease. He was 76.

Big Freedia & Billy Porter Drop ‘Holy Shuffle’ Collaboration; New Album On the Way

Big Freedia and Billy Porter have joined today for “Holy Shuffle,” a spirited track from the former’s forthcoming debut gospel album Pressing Onward. In a world where faith is often […]

Roland Guerin to Sub at Maple Leaf Monday, Fresh Off European Tour

New Orleans bass virtuoso Roland Guerin will take the stage Monday, July 21, at The Maple Leaf Bar, subbing in for George Porter Jr.’s weekly residency. The rare local appearance […]

Billboard Spotlights Galactic’s Role in Saving Tipitina’s

In a recent feature, Billboard dives deep into the story behind Galactic’s 2018 purchase of Tipitina’s, revealing details about how the band stepped in to rescue one of New Orleans’ […]

Ledisi Announces Dinah Washington Tribute Album; Releases Single

Today, Grammy-winning vocalist Ledisi announced For Dinah, a deeply personal tribute album to her lifelong hero, the legendary jazz and blues singer Dinah Washington, to be released on Oct. 3 […]

Mayor’s Office of Nighttime Economy (ONE) Launches Harm Reduction Initiative

The New Orleans Mayor’s Office of Nighttime Economy (ONE) has launched a new harm reduction initiative to distribute free drink test strips and safety signage to bars, music venues, and […]

33rd Annual Cutting Edge CE Conferences & Events Returns to New Orleans

The 33rd Annual Cutting Edge CE Conferences & Events will take place August 13–16, 2025, at the InterContinental Hotel New Orleans, bringing together music creators, industry professionals, and fans for […]

The Roosevelt Hotel Launches ‘NOLA After Dark’ Summer Series

As New Orleans temperatures hover in the high 90s, the city truly comes alive after the sun goes down. This summer, The Roosevelt, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, is embracing that […]

WWOZ’s Groove Gala Returns with Irma Thomas, Cyril Neville and More

WWOZ’s annual Groove Gala returns Thursday, Sept. 11, transforming Le Petit Theatre into a high-energy celebration of local music, food and community. Forget tuxedos and ballgowns—guests are encouraged to don […]

Comedian Ben Cummings Talks Facing the Crowd (Eventually)

Ben Cummings, originally from Monroe, Louisiana, might have once thought of himself as a wallflower but those days are behind him. Now, he’s a rising voice in New Orleans’ comedy […]