Triple A Non-Commvention Day 2
Day 2 in Philadelphia near the campus of the University of Pennsylvania saw Music Directors, Program Directors and record label reps, radio promoters (the guys that cajole, plead and otherwise beg the radio stations to play the latest "single" by their clients) checking out new and upcoming artists like Astrid Williamson and Ingrid Michaelson, as well as Ryan Bingham and Hayes Carll (a former Paste 4 To Watch artist). But let's tell the story of the stellar evening showcase featuring Englishman Newton Faulkner and his red dreadlocks, new mommy Ani DiFranco, Paste cover kids The Hold Steady and New Orleans... read more
Found in: Blogs, FestivusDr. John Plays Late Night
Tonight on NBC’s Late Night with Conan O’Brien New Orleans legend Dr. John will be playing the single “That Old Black Magic” from his new album Mercernary: The Songs of Johnny Mercer. The show is scheduled to air at 12:30 A.M. EST.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsDr. John To Resurrect "The Night Tripper" At Bonnaroo
Legendary New Orleans bluesman Dr. John will be appearing in his first full performance at Bonnaroo, June 17. His 1974 album and title track “Desitively Bonnaroo” inspired the name of the popular music festival. Fans this year will experience a New Orleans- themed lineup at the “This Tent,” culminating in Dr. John’s midnight performance with his famed voodoo “Night Tripper” persona and band The Lower 911. His two-hour set will include classic and rare gems, and songs from his acclaimed new album Mercenary: The Songs of Johnny Mercer. Dr. John is also one of two artists whose music will be... read more
Found in: Music, NewsDr. John and the Lower 911 - Sippiana Hericane
Water, Water, Everywhere… read more
Found in: Music, ReviewsDr. John - N'Awlinz: Dis Dat or D'udda
As ambitious in its conception as anything Dr. John has recorded over his career, N’awlinz: Dis, Dat or D’udda endeavors to capture the spirit of New Orleans’ rich musical history... read more
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