Tag: New Orleans Music
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The History of the New Orleans Jazz Fest
It’s festival season in New Orleans! There are tons of great options this time of year, but of course, the city’s crown jewel is the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, more simply referred to as Jazz Fest. That means Mango Freezes and cocoon de lait poboys. Second-lining Mardi Gras Indians and memories of Bruce…
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Guardians of the Groove: How a Community Radio Station Became an Archive of Music History
WWOZ 90.7FM is a rarity among community radio stations. Where most have gone off the air in the decades since streaming music services debuted, WWOZ has grown from a favorite among locals to being heard all over the world. Named for the Wonderful Wizard of OZ, this station encourages you to pay no attention to…
