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Khris Royal - Funk
Raj Smoove’s In Your House Party - Various/DJ
Mannie Fresh - Various/DJ
Amy Trail’s “Stuck-Home Syndrome”: A Piano Bar Experience
Happy Saint Patrick's Day! 3/17
John Dunlop
Aaron Neville at The Canyon at The Rose in Pasadena on 3/13/20 & The Canyon at Agoura Hills on 3/14/20!
John Dunlop
Aaron Neville recorded his first single in 1960, but it was his second single, six years later that first gave Neville a taste of stardom. “Tell It Like It Is” became a #2 pop hit and #1 R&B smash. In the late 70s, The Neville Brothers – Cyril, Charles, Art and Aaron – found success primarily on the touring circuit but also garnering attention for albums like their 1989 debut for A&M Records, Yellow Moon, one of the most critically acclaimed albums of that era. 1989 was also a very good year for Aaron’s solo career, as he had his fist real hit in 23 years with “Don’t Know Much,” a #2 pop smash that was one o several duets with Neville that Linda Ronstadt included on her album Cry Like A Rainstorm, Howl Like The Wind.
For the quarter-century that followed, Neville deftly balanced the needs of dual group and solo careers. But eventually the demands of the road got to him. In 2012, the Neville Brothers played a farewell show at the Hollywood Bowl, then, feeling that their hometown deserved their real adieu, reunited in May 2015 for a “Nevilles Forever” all-star jam and goodbye blast in New Orleans during Jazz Fest.
Neville records and tours as a solo artist these days, and continues to satisfy and even amaze audiences around the world.
Aaron Neville at The Canyon at The Rose in Pasadena on 3/13/20 & The Canyon at Agoura Hills on 3/14/20!
John Dunlop
Aaron Neville recorded his first single in 1960, but it was his second single, six years later that first gave Neville a taste of stardom. “Tell It Like It Is” became a #2 pop hit and #1 R&B smash. In the late 70s, The Neville Brothers – Cyril, Charles, Art and Aaron – found success primarily on the touring circuit but also garnering attention for albums like their 1989 debut for A&M Records, Yellow Moon, one of the most critically acclaimed albums of that era. 1989 was also a very good year for Aaron’s solo career, as he had his fist real hit in 23 years with “Don’t Know Much,” a #2 pop smash that was one o several duets with Neville that Linda Ronstadt included on her album Cry Like A Rainstorm, Howl Like The Wind.
For the quarter-century that followed, Neville deftly balanced the needs of dual group and solo careers. But eventually the demands of the road got to him. In 2012, the Neville Brothers played a farewell show at the Hollywood Bowl, then, feeling that their hometown deserved their real adieu, reunited in May 2015 for a “Nevilles Forever” all-star jam and goodbye blast in New Orleans during Jazz Fest.
Neville records and tours as a solo artist these days, and continues to satisfy and even amaze audiences around the world.
Enjoy the Irish Channel Parade on 3/14!
John Dunlop
Wear as much green as your wardrobe will allow, and enjoy this lively parade where floats are accompanied by bands, music, and marching clubs. But what’s a parade in New Orleans without throws? Call out “throw me something mistah!” and be prepared to catch anything from beads to potatoes, carrots, moonpies...and the biggie....cabbages! And again, it being New Orleans, be on the lookout for underwear to be thrown! You’re certain to have a great time! Sláinte!
New Orleans Original Brass Fest on 3/7/2020
John Dunlop
Nothing says New Orleans quite like the sounds of a homegrown brass band. Celebrate the infectious rhythm and soul of New Orleans Brass Bands at the second annual Brass Fest, Saturday, March 7 at Armstrong Park. Grammy Award winning Rebirth Brass Band is headlining!
Photo of Rebirth Brass Band by L D’Ableaux