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Big Freedia, Ani DiFranco, and Leyla McCall FREE show for clean economy jobs

Wed, 09/04/24

Authored by:  Carrie Booher

On Friday, September 27, the Queen of Bounce, Big Freedia, is headlining a landmark concert at the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans with special guests Ani DiFranco and Leyla McCalla! This event marks the FIRST-EVER mass registration of women for clean economy jobs in U.S. hi... Read more

Video: Louis Michot's R​ê​ve du Troubadour live at the Music Box Village

Tue, 09/03/24

Louis Michot performed his entire debut solo album, R​ê​ve du Troubadour, at the Music Box Village on May 11, 2024, and WWOZ was there to capture this enchanting performance in its entirety. Michot was joined by musicians Bryan Webre, Jonny Campos, Evan Ceaser, Leyla McCall... Read more

In Memoriam: George French

Fri, 08/30/24

We are very sad to share the news that legendary New Orleans singer, bassist, bandleader, and all-around musician George French has passed at the age of 81. Our thoughts and best wishes go out to his family, his friends, and everyone who knew him. We would like to thank hi... Read more

Booker Fest: Aug. 30-Sep. 1 in Bay St. Louis

Wed, 08/28/24

Authored by:  Carrie Booher

James Booker grew up splitting time between New Orleans and Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. Labor Day weekend, 100 Men Hall, a Black energy center that hosted legendary musicians as part of the Chitlin Circuit, will host the fifth annual Booker Fest, a fundraiser for the hall. ... Read more

Video/photos: Valley of Silent Men 2024

Mon, 08/26/24

We were in the streets with Valley of Silent Men on Sunday, August 25 as they kicked off the 2024-25 second line parading season! Keep up with the schedule and hear straight from the parading club's members each week on WWOZ's Takin' It To The Streets! Read more

WWOZ Wins 5 Press Club of New Orleans Awards

Sun, 08/25/24

The Press Club of New Orleans' 66th Annual Excellence in Journalism Awards took place this evening and WWOZ had a stellar night winning several top honors! First Place General Excellence in Radio WWOZ Staff and Volunteers First Place Best Live Remote Broadcast WWOZ Staff a... Read more

The Lady Who Makes The Clouds Sing

Wed, 08/21/24

If you've spent any time in the French Quarter, you're familiar with the sounds of the Steamboat Natchez's calliope, but you probably don't know who's behind it. Meet Miss Calliope, Debbie Fagnano, arguably New Orleans' most listened-to musician! Her songs fill the air alon... Read more

We're home! Sneak Peek at our new studio

Tue, 08/20/24

A Message from Beth Arroyo Utterback, WWOZ General Manager We are thrilled to announce that this week WWOZ will be moving into our beautiful new home atop Jax Brewery on the 5th floor overlooking the Mississippi River! Our first broadcast originating from our new state-of-t... Read more

In Memoriam: Luther Kent

Fri, 08/16/24

Musician Luther Kent died on Friday, August 16, 2024, at the age of 76. "Big" Luther Kent’s soulful voice and versatile repertoire – ranging from gospel to swing to traditional jazz – made him a New Orleans household name. He performed around the world, and the Louisiana Mu... Read more

2024-25 Second Line Parade Season Schedule Announcement

Mon, 08/12/24

We've got the second line parade schedule for 2024-25! New Orleans is less than two weeks away from the first second line parade of the season when Valley of Silent Men kick it off on Sunday, August 25! Find out the rest of this season's schedule in the video, written out b... Read more