Lakeside to Riverside
Shows and musical events around town
By Staff Music WritersTipitina’s Foundation Benefit–
Instruments A Comin’
Monday, April 28, 6PM
Tipitina’s, 501 Napoleon Ave., 895-TIPS
This yearly benefit has become a huge tradition for many local artists to participate in, including an outdoor festival and silent auction. This year’s benefit marks the “Walk of Fame” induction of local drumming icon and music teacher Johnny Vidacovich, along with Ivan Neville. Artists to perform during the evening include The Radiators, Little Feat, Donald Harrison and the Tip Interns, Galactic with Johnny Vidacovich and George Porter Jr., Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk, Rebirth Brass Band, Dragon Smoke (featuring Robert Mercurio, Stanton Moore, Ivan Neville & Eric Lindell) Walter “Wolfman” Washington, Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews & Orleans Avenue, and Big Sam’s Funky Nation. Be sure to get your tickets now since it’s always sold out before the day of the event, and everything that happens at Instruments A Comin’ is always a historical local music experience. –Sheri McKee
MEGALOMANIAC’S BALL featuring Garage
a Trois, Stanton Moore Trio, Mike Dillons
Go-Go Jungle, Skerik’s Maelstrom Trio,
Marco Benevento & More!
Wednesday, April 30
The Howlin’ Wolf
907 S. Peters St., 522-WOLF
This funky jammin’ jazz-infused eclectic event will definitely be one of the top night shows during Jazz Fest that you won’t want to miss. Performers include Garage A Trois, Stanton Moore Trio, Mike Dillons Go-Go Jungle, Skerik’s Maelstrom Trio, Marco Benevento with Matt Chamberlain and Reed Mathis, and more! Be sure to get your tickets now, since these bands usually sell out on their own every year at this time, much less when The Howlin’ Wolf brings together an incredible show with all these musical icons. –Sheri McKee
The Backbeat Foundation, Hypersoul & CEG Presents the Trombone Blowout! Featuring Big Sam’s Funky Nation & Bonerama
Thursday, May 1
Tipitina’s French Quarter, 233 N. Peters St.,
566-7095
Get ready to get funky with a brass section blowout with two of the best bands to serve it up just right, Big Sam’s Funky Nation and Bonerama. Be sure to wear your comfy shoes and drink a couple of Red Bulls, since this party is likely to be jammin’ all night long with Big Sam’s Funky Nation playing some of their new tunes from their newly release Peace, Love and Understanding album. Rumor has it that Bonerama may be testing out some new special material, along with playing some crowd favorites and tunes from their Live from Tipitina’s album. This event captures the funk and groove sound incorporated with the big brass band flair that showcases the art of rocking out on a trombone and even a great big tuba. This special concert series is bound to be one of the legendary musical events of the 2008 Jazz Fest, so get your tickets now before they sell out completely. –Sheri McKee
Deacon John
Friday, May 2, 9PM
Harrah’s Casino Theater
New Orleans’ own Deacon John Moore is a local icon and considered to be one of the most widely heard guitarists in musical history. His specialty for slide guitar instrumental riffs is well known and can be heard on many recordings produced by Allen Touissant. Deacon John is also featured on recordings such as Lee Dorsey’s “Working in the Coal Mine,” Ernie K-Doe’s “Mother-In-Law,” and Irma Thomas’ “Ruler of My Heart.” Back in 2000, Deacon John was inducted into the Louisiana Blues Hall of Fame. To make a reservation for this special event, call 504-533-6600 or visit www.ticketmaster.com. –Sheri McKee
Leah Chase Zoo-To-Do feat. Morris Day & the
Time, Leah Chase, Vavavoom, The Last Straws,
& BRW
Friday, May 2, 8:30 p.m.
Audubon Zoo
The 31st Annual Chase Zoo-To-Do will benefit the restoration of the Tropical Bird House and will create new and exciting aviary exhibits at the zoo. This year’s headliner is R&B/funk/dance sensation Morris Day and the Time, whose hits include “The Bird,” “Jungle Love,” “777-9311,” and “The Walk.” Other Chase Zoo-To-Do performers include Leah Chase, BRW, The Last Straws and Vavavoom. The Chase Zoo-To-Do also features an array of the best restaurants in the city providing delectable bites and delicious spirits throughout the evening. A 2008 Lexus IS250, which was donated by Lexus of New Orleans, will be raffled at the gala. Tickets are on sale now and prices are $110 for members 30 or younger, $155 for Audubon Members, and $195 for non-members. Tickets can be purchased by calling 866-6160 or visiting www.auduboninstitute.org.
–Sheri McKee
Ne-Yo with Alicia Keys
Thursday, May 22
New Orleans Arena, 1501 Girod St. 587-3663
Best Male R&B Contemporary Album Grammy Award winner Ne-Yo is headed south and he is bringing Alicia Keys with him. Ne-Yo the R&B singer and songwriter will be performing songs from his new album, due to release in June. Audiences should be prepared for lots of energy with dancing, a live band and special guest appearances. Take advantage of this R&B sensation making his way to New Orleans. –Rebecca Brych
Hatebreed and Type O Negative-
Spring Jagermeister Music Tour
Saturday, May 24
HOB- The Parish, 225 Decatur St., 529-2624
The Jagermeister Music Tour is back and better than ever! Hatebreed and Type O Negative, the kings of hard metal and goth metal, are performing in the tour, which will be traveling from city to city during the months of May and June. Hatebreed has been touring heavily to promote their 2006 release Supremacy while Type O Negative is debuting Dead Again. Both groups have inspired a variety of today’s heavy rockers, and the synergy of the bands on tour together will be a sight to see. On the road since 2002, The Jagermaster Music Tour, produced by GMR Entertainment, has grown to become the rock show to see due to the musical performances, Jagermeister giveaways, and other prizes donated by tour sponsors such as Schecter Guitars. Metal fans, don’t miss it!
–Sarah E. Yazdian