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Randy Weston Tribute Today, 4-7p

Thu, 09/06/18

Authored by: Breaux Bridges

Breaux Bridges will be filling for Al Colon on today's Jazz from the French Market show from 4-7pm. He'll be doing a tribute to Randy Weston, who passed recently and played a crucial role in Breaux Bridges’ love of contemporary jazz. Mr. Weston recognized the African root... Read more

Rhythm Room Playlist 08/31/18

Sat, 09/01/18

Authored by: Allan "Alski" Laskey

1 Bahama Soul Stew Funky Nassau 02:35 Miami Funk Vol. 2 2 Brother Moses Smote The Water The Sojourners 03:51 The Sojourners 3 Pick Myself Up Peter Tosh 03:57 Bush Doctor 4 Many Rivers To Cross (Checker 1236) Little Milt... Read more

'Closeup: Tank & the Bangas' to screen at Long Beach International Film Fest Sep. 2

Thu, 08/30/18

Heads up to any WWOZ and Tank & the Bangas fans in southern California-- our documentary 'Closeup: Tank & the Bangas' will be screened as part of the Long Beach International Film Fest on Sunday, Sep. 2 at 4p. Read more

5 things to know for 8/31 - 9/6

Thu, 08/30/18

Authored by: Carrie Booher

1) It's time for the WWOZ Groove Gala!!! We'll be partying on Thursday, September 6 for the benefit of the station. As of this post time, we have just a few tickets remaining! Join us for a delightful night of delicious food, cocktails, and performances from Irma Thomas, Dr... Read more

Lazy Lester tribute show, Th. 7-10p

Thu, 08/30/18

Authored by: Carrie Booher

DJ Swamp Boogie will celebrate the life, times, and music of Lazy Lester on WWOZ Thursday night, 7-10p. Baton Rouge guitarist and longtime sideman to Lester, Bruce Lamb, will be joining Swamp Boogie in the studio and sharing stories of their time on the road. Listen live ... Read more

2018-19 Jazz & Heritage Concert Series announced

Thu, 08/30/18

SONGS FOR NOLA: A SET FOR AUGUST 29

Wed, 08/29/18

In remembrance of this day in 2005… Crescent City Snow, Susan Cowsill https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5aN2GZSE9ss We Don’t Fear the Water, Chuck Perkins https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DsPn7dLie4 Rebuild, Renew, Nine Lives Cast Recording https://www.youtube.... Read more

Video and photos: Riverdale HS on School Groove

Wed, 08/29/18

Authored by: Carrie Booher

The band from Riverdale High School joined host Ron Phillips on the first School Groove of the 2018-19 school year this afternoon! Check out their energetic performance below, and keep showing your support for the young musicians of New Orleans by tuning into School Groove ... Read more

Interview with Eric Waters, author of 'Freedom's Dance'

Wed, 08/29/18

Photographer and author Eric Waters talks about his new book, "Freedom's Dance," including how it all came together, and how the advent of cell phone photographers has changed second line culture and his own photography. Read more

Shout out: Deb Harkins

Mon, 08/27/18

We are pleased to spotlight and thank Deb Harkins, who has served as Chair of WWOZ's Board of Directors for the last two years. Deb joined the OZ board in 2012, and because of her talent, energy and enthusiasm was quickly drafted for many projects. Deb served as Executive E... Read more

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