Critic’s rating: ★★★(94 minutes; PG-13) It’s impossible for me to approach a documentary about Jazz Fest aka the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage … More
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Jazz Fest: Snarky Puppy, Stevie Wonder, Wayne Shorter & Herbie Hancock, Terence Blanchard, Neil Young, Paul Simon, Steely Dan, Joe Lovano, more
Yes, as expected, another juggernaut of musical talent is slated for this year’s New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. I’ve … More
America Needs It Some “Treme”
“America needs it some Kermit,” the New Orleans DJ and sometime musician played by Steve Zahn says, about halfway through … More
HBO’s “Treme”: Required Viewing?
The forthcoming HBO series HBO “Treme” could be required viewing for fans of New Orleans music and culture, and for … More
R.I.P., T-Bone Wolk
Sad to report that Tom “T-Bone” Wolk, the colorful electric bassist for the old “Saturday Night Live” band, died on … More
HBO’s “Treme” Actually Gets New Orleans Music/Culture Right?
The more I hear about forthcoming HBO series “Treme,” the more I’m encouraged that producer David Simon (“The Wire,” “Homicide”) … More