Join us as we take a look behind the scenes with the independent musicians of New Orleans and surrounding areas in Louisiana. Learn about upcoming projects before they drop. Experience the rich heritage of iconic venues and get first had accounts of exclusive events. Musicians are remarkable people. Get to know them, their struggles, and the inspiration for their art. Neworleansmusicians.com is dedicated to uplifting the artists and providing them with the tools necessary to elevate their craft. We shine a spotlight on them, as well as highlight the music scene and educate everyone with our interviews, album reviews, and music scene news.
Episodes
Saturday Jun 10, 2023
Saturday Jun 10, 2023
We dive deeper into the life of Louisiana Music Hall of Fame musician Chris Leblanc, discussing how the birth of his son changed his life in music. We also discuss how some unfortunate events darken the mood of his new material and has had him submersing himself in his work. The topic of his new material surfaces again as we contemplate when the time will be right to release it, and what that strategy may be in the changing landscape. Please join us in taking a closer look at the life of a man that has meant so much to so many.
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Friday May 26, 2023
Friday May 26, 2023
Chris Leblanc was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and grew up in a musical family. From fourth grade until graduating high school he was in the school band, achieving the role of drum major. He can hold his own on trumpet, drums, bass, guitar and keys. We discuss his life as a child, on through his first album and concert, culminating in a successful career with his own band as well as in studio sessions with greats like Dr. John, Tab Benoit, Yellowman, Blues Travelers and countless other superstars. Please join me in getting to know Louisiana Music Hall of Famer Chris Leblanc.
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Friday May 12, 2023
Friday May 12, 2023
Travis Marc comes to New Orleans via England, and before that, Johannesburg, South Africa. He has been signed by several independent labels as well as major labels including Universal. He has been in bands that have charted on Billboard and is fluent on countless instruments. From strategic band breakups to new formations and life-altering offers, he's seen so much and is nowhere near finished. Join us in finding about his trials throughout life, how he has sharpened his business acumen over time, and where he's headed now with his new project, Deep Sleep Atlantic.
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Friday Apr 28, 2023
Friday Apr 28, 2023
Fluent on bass, guitar, and clarinet, Metairie, La. resident Jorge is an indubitable wealth of knowledge in the music world. His technical skill on the strings is something to be admired and appreciated. Currently playing in The Grooxs and MIMIC, you can hear his technique shine through in everything of which he is a part. And those whom have taken lessons from him surely carry on the torch. Sit with us and enjoy the beautiful musical mind that is Jorge Caicedo.
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Friday Apr 14, 2023
Friday Apr 14, 2023
Having just returned from touring Thailand, The Will Wesley Band members Will Wesley and Phil Chandler sat down with Neworleansmusicians.com and told us all about it. We discussed Will's childhood and start in music, how the duo came to meet, their business practices while navigating Covid, and the star studded list of contributors to their latest album. They're on all major platforms as The Will Wesley Band and as a duo named Will and Phil.
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Friday Mar 31, 2023
Friday Mar 31, 2023
For the first time since parting ways with Exhorder three years ago, founding guitarist Vinnie LaBella sits down and tells all. We discuss his childhood, the introduction into his first band Sabotage, his punk influence, time during and parting ways with Exhorder, and his current projects. This could be perhaps the most encompassing and revealing interview he's ever given. Join us and learn about the man behind the guitar; the distinguished, the respected, Vinnie LaBella. Please consider following this link, and choosing your preferred streaming platform to follow us https://neworleansmusicians.com/blog/podcast-and-yt-reusable-blocks/
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Saturday Mar 18, 2023
Saturday Mar 18, 2023
A lifelong resident of New Orleans, Chris Beary began his foray into local music as a kid riding his bike to Jimmy's Music Club for the all ages shows. He has since become a CPA, an attorney, and a philanthropist. He has founded 6 non-profits and is currently managing 5 of them including Grace at the Green Light, The Fat Bankers Social Aid & Pleasure Club, The Funky Uncle Live, and Northshore Radio. Join us as we discuss his life leading to this point, the impact The Funky Uncle Live has had on local music, and the much anticipated Louisiana Music & Heritage Experience, a project for which he is now spearheading.
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Saturday Mar 04, 2023
Saturday Mar 04, 2023
Connor Graham began life in Ascension Parish and over time became an accomplished singer, guitar player, and trumpet player. For a long time, trumpet was his main instrument. At one point he was a trumpet player in a rap metal band while also taking side gigs at jazz performances. Through music lessons in and out of high school and countless hours on Guitar Hero, he made the transition to playing guitar. Throughout his life he played in several bands; one of which, Bayou Bullets, became a successful band playing 70's style hard rock. We follow him through ups and downs, ultimately landing us with his current pop-punk project and answer to unabashed self expression, Okay Boomhauer.
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Saturday Feb 18, 2023
Saturday Feb 18, 2023
Petty Betty, a four piece band from Baton Rouge, Louisiana is fronted by singer Erica Calle. Currently a cover band with a new addition to their line-up, they soon hope to enact their combined 50 plus years of experience and begin the journey of laying down some original tracks. Erica sits down with Neworleansmusicians.com and talks about cultural diversity, her transition as a singer from choirs to bands, overcoming situations that suppressed her voice, and the stylized look you'll find when they hit the stage. Join us in getting to know the powerful voice and beautiful person that is Erica Calle.
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Music Video link for our mid-show band shout out: 99 Summerz - https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCwVi73u0Mwfe-sYx4w0-i9A?fbclid=PAAaZxzOjIMCeSs8zsQ-6LqS6gSCDNSbLTHhbqHubypf9L9g_pzc90GLXNxLI
Saturday Feb 04, 2023
Saturday Feb 04, 2023
His brand of funk is something he lives and breathes, and his showmanship is like no other. Originally from the south side of Chicago in a town called Inglewood, Tamarie T grew up fixated on superstars like James Brown and Prince. Performing has been in his blood as far back as he can remember. And he's followed his passion doing whatever it took to remain in its light; at times, even living in a storage unit to make music his life. In this episode, we find him in a transitional phase, being new to this city, and in the process of moving himself and his band down to the big easy. He talks about his life up to this point, recalling both the good times and the bad. But he exudes honesty and passion throughout in this remarkably candid interview.
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