Joe Krown, a prominent New Orleans musician, is known for his piano and organ skills and has collaborated with many music legends. His latest album, “Qualified,” features Papa Mali and blends various classic songs with original compositions. Krown’s work continues to celebrate and enhance the rich musical heritage of New Orleans.
The Pontchartrain Shakers, a Louisiana blues band formed in 2018, fuse original compositions with classic blues, deeply rooted in local culture. Their debut album, “Love, Peace & Chicken Grease,” showcases warm, family-centered performances, expressing their commitment to keeping blues alive. The album blends originals and covers, highlighting their energetic live spirit.
Victor Wainwright and the Train Ruf Records By Rhetta Ajamatsu Having established himself firmly in the last few years as a multiple-award winning piano player and entertainer, Victor Wainwright is making some changes. He has a new band, The Train, a new record label, Ruf and a new album, simply called Victor Wainwright and The […]
Big Shoes Step On It! Biglittle This is a can’t miss project. We’re seeing a resurgence of the Muscle Shoals sound these days. Even The Swampers just released an album of lost tracks last month. The sound of Big Shoes has plenty of that river city’s sound but stretches beyond into New Orleans, Memphis, and […]
It was Friday night in Marietta GA, but with The Mar-Tans playing at Darwin’s, I thought I would look out the window and see New Orleans. The intimate atmosphere, appreciative crowd, and the cool jazz and blues made it feel that way. Matt Wauchope’s silky vocals and Will Scruggs’ sensual sax, Terence Prather having a […]