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Bobby Rush interviewed at Jazz Fest 2012

Thu, 05/17/12

'OZone Email Newsletter for May, 2012

Thu, 05/17/12

In This Issue Patti Austin: Live at NOCCA A Great Night in Harlem Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo Cajun-Zydeco & Creole Tomato Festivals Jazz Fest Highlights Piano Night Highlights In Memoriam: Frank Wills WWOZ on Facebook May Recipe: Rice ... Read more

"Essence"

Wed, 05/16/12

Authored by: George Ingmire

This week’s program presents a sneak preview of the upcoming Essence Music Fest, as well as music by Big Sam and the Dynamites, Irvin Mayfield, Paul Sanchez and many others. We also take a walk through Longue Vue House and Gardens to see the flora and fauna of one of New Orlea... Read more

Herlin Riley Showcases New Orleans Piano at JALC

Tue, 05/15/12

Authored by: Jelly Roll Justice

On May 11th and 12th, drumming genius Herlin Riley led the way in presenting three of New Orleans' finest pianists in the Allen Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center. With musical director Herlin and bassist Reginald Veal graciously taking supporting roles to Ellis Marsalis, Henr... Read more

Sound Clash Round 6

Tue, 05/15/12

Authored by: Allan "Alski" Laskey

Join Brice Nice (Vinyl) vs. Alski (Digital) on the Rhythm Room this Friday for another musical duel. As usual the only rule is staying in the groove. Read more

In Memoriam: Frank Wills

Tue, 05/15/12

Jorge Fuentes reflects on our friend Frank: "A reliable volunteer at the station, Frank Wills quickly took a liking to recording 'spots,' the announcements that we play on air at the station. I liked to use his voice because he had natural delivery and an unmistakable New Orle... Read more

Marcus Roberts and JALC Celebrates the Music of Jelly Roll Morton

Mon, 05/14/12

Authored by: Jelly Roll Justice

A full house of jazz lovers in the Rose Theatre at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York were taken to class by Marcus Roberts and his orchestra as they played a myriad of tunes by the great Jelly Roll Morton. Roberts is not only one of the most brilliant piano players in the... Read more

More Jazz Fest Memories

Sun, 05/13/12

Authored by: WWOZ Editors

Here's a gallery of more photos of some great moments at Jazz Fest 2012! We've also posted more photos from the Photo Booth at the WWOZ Hospitality Tent, on Facebook! Log in to Facebook, and tag yourself and your friends! Read more