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Raymond Burke • The Southland Recordings 1958-1960
Joe Mares, the younger brother of cornetist Paul Mares of the New Orleans Rhythm Kings, played clarinet but did not record himself. More significantly, in 1953 he founded Southland Records and for the next decade documented one rewarding New Orleans session after another. Unlike some of his contemporaries, Mares believed that his musicians should play in tune and have excellent technique in addition to their own sound and the ability to play exciting solos and ensembles. He was not one of the producers who felt that everything played by veteran musicians should be released or that having a sincere style made up for erratic musicianship.
Delfeayo Marsalis and the Uptown Jazz Orchestra release 'Crescent City Jewels'
Delfeayo Marsalis’ Uptown Jazz Orchestra’s most recent recordings have been celebratory, including 2020’s “Jazz Party” and last year’s “Uptown on Mardi Gras Day.” The latest project, “Crescent City Jewels,” has some sure-to-please crowd favorites, too, but it also shows the band’s full grasp of New Orleans sounds.
Grambling State University paves the way with Louisiana’s first Digital Library; how does it work?
GRAMBLING, La. (KTVE/KARD) – This year, Grambling State University became the first Historically Black University (HBCU) and the first university in Louisiana to have a Digital Library. The library comprises various study spaces, history murals, and several computers that give students access to global knowledge. The addition of the...
District 9-5A preview: players to watch, things to know
The LSWA first-team all-state selection is an Ole Miss commitment and is noted for his explosive play off the line. He was a first-team all-district selection last season and has been a tackling machine for the Tigers. He is also a two-time state wrestling champion. TaRon Francis. WR | Edna...
Three areas in Atlantic being monitored for potential tropical development
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is keeping its eyes on a few disturbances for potential tropical development, but it’s the one swirling a few hundred miles east of the Lesser Antilles in the Atlantic that is the primary focus for forecasters.
Louisiana Flash Flood Watch: Heavy Rain Threatens I-10/12 Corridor
New Orleans, LA – A flood watch remains in effect for southern Louisiana as heavy rainfall continues to threaten the region. The National Weather Service issued a warning for potential flash flooding along and south of the I-10/12 corridor, extending through the weekend. According to the National Weather Service,...
Week in Review, Aug. 26-Aug. 30: Times They Are A-Changin’
I may not be the biggest Bob Dylan fan, but Timothée Chalamet’s portrayal of the legendary singer in an upcoming biopic has brought the blue-eyed musician’s words back into my thoughts. Dylan’s 1964 anthem, “The Times They Are a-Changin’,” resonates as powerfully today as ever:
New Orleans used $10 million to bring health services into schools. Will it last?
After two different students came to school nurse Jennie Thompson needing follow-up treatment for gunshot wounds, she knew something had to be done. Two years ago, a student walked into Thompson’s office at a New Orleans high school nearly doubled over in pain, a paper towel taped to where a chest tube had recently been removed. He had just been released from the hospital after recovering from a gunshot wound, but he clearly wasn’t healed.
The Rocky Mountain Saints? Sean Payton is building them with plenty of help from New Orleans.
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Zach Strief would not have left the New Orleans Saints for just anyone. The former Saints tackle, play-by-play announcer and coach had called New Orleans home for 17 years and had signed a contract on his dream home in Old Metairie when Sean Payton called last year and offered him the chance to coach the Denver Broncos offensive line.
1 Thing the New Orleans Pelicans must learn from the CJ McCollum trade
NBA roster building is a tricky business. No matter how great a trade, draft pick, or free acquisition appears at first, there's always a chance that it doesn't pan out the way that the organization expects. Recently, there have been plenty of examples of "slam dunk" moves that didn't actually work out.
Nicholls siblings inspire, push one another through sports
This season will be super special for Nicholls defensive back Tyler Morton. On one hand, Morton is a sensational player who is both a Preseason All-American and also Preseason All-Southland Conference, a player who realistically can play himself into a spot at the professional level this fall. But on the...
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