by grahamiam12288 | Feb 28, 2014 | Mardi Gras Music, Streams & Broadcasts, Tips and Tricks
Produced and hosted by Nick Spitzer, New Orleans-based American Routes is a nationally distributed radio program usually focusing on individual artists or particular themes, musical genres, holidays, events or places.
by grahamiam12288 | Feb 28, 2014 | Mardi Gras Music, Tips and Tricks
Louisiana Music Factory is an essential destination — a veritable shrine worthy of pilgrimage — in a city whose musical heritage and vibrancy is second to none.
by grahamiam12288 | Feb 28, 2014 | Mardi Gras Music, Streams & Broadcasts, Tips and Tricks
WWOZ What started out as a community radio station focused on New Orleans music, at 90.7 FM, has developed a rich online presence and become a vital resource for enjoying the seemingly endless variety of the city’s music and culture. Sustaining New Orleans Music and...
by grahamiam12288 | Feb 18, 2014 | Local Color and Customs, Mardi Gras Calendar, Mardi Gras Music, Tips and Tricks
While “society” Carnival balls are private affairs for krewe members and their invited, formally attired guests, some krewe fêtes — including post-parade “extravaganzas” staged by Endymion, Orpheus and Tucks — are accessible to non-members. Costuming or fancy dress,...
by grahamiam12288 | Feb 13, 2014 | Local Color and Customs, Mardi Gras 101, Mardi Gras Music
Mardi Gras Music History The nexus between Carnival and music reflects the festive, let-the-good-times-roll culture of the Crescent City, where parading and dancing have long been obsessions. The seasonal spirit and its accompanying soundtrack conspire to prompt...
