And at the time of the hall’s founding, New Orleans jazz was in need of preservation: Traditional jazz had enjoyed a resurgence in the 1940s, but just a decade later, rhythm and blues ...

Most Black New Orleans residents still regard Congo Square as holy land; it’s used for spiritual and musical events. The Origins of Jazz The roots of American music are found in drumming circles ...

Want to buy single-day tickets to the 2025 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival but not pay additional online fees? The festival is holding a no-fee ticket sale at Tipitina's on Saturday ...

New Orleans is set to welcome the Black & Loud Fest this April, celebrating Black artists and Black-fronted bands with two nights of dynamic performances at the House of Blues Parish Room. The ...