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2025 Louisiana-based Grammy Award nominees

Sat, 02/01/25

Congratulations to all of the 2025 Grammy Award nominees, especially those from Louisiana and the Gulf Coast! Jon Batiste's documentary American Symphony earned nominations in two categories, Best Music Film and a song featured in the film by Batiste and Dan Wilson for Be... Read more

In Memoriam: Lawrence Ketchens II

Fri, 01/31/25

WWOZ is saddened to share that Dr. Lawrence Ketchens II passed away early this morning. He was a beloved husband to Doreen Ketchens, as well as a devoted father, friend, and musician. Lawrence was most recognized as a member of Doreen's Jazz, playing tuba, valve trombone, d... Read more

French Quarter Fest Lineup

Wed, 01/29/25

This year's French Quarter Festival presented by Chevron will take place April 10-13, 2025! French Quarter Fest is the largest free festival and showcase of Louisiana music, food, and culture. The festival takes place across venues and stages in the French Quarter of New Or... Read more

In Memoriam: "Brown Sugar" Belle Moore

Fri, 01/24/25

WWOZ is saddened to share that former show host Belle "Brown Sugar" Moore died on January 22, 2025. Brown Sugar was one of the biggest personalities to ever grace the airwaves in New Orleans, and served as a DJ on WWOZ from the late 1980s until 2004. She also led our member... Read more

Test for Brass Pass Reel

Sun, 01/19/25

'OZone Email Newsletter for January 2025

Thu, 01/16/25

In the JANUARY 2025 Issue of the 'OZone, WWOZ's monthly newsletter: On Sale Now: Brass Passes for Jazz Fest 2025 | Report to the Community for 2024 | Our Show Hosts Favorite Records of 2024 | 2024 in Photos | Carnival Season Update | 2025 Jazz & Heritage Spring Concert... Read more