2024 GRAMMY NOMINEES! New Breed Brass Band is the new sound of New Orleans, and its members have learned from the city's best including Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews and James “12” Andrews. New Breed takes the NOLA second-line brass band tradition to all-new places.

AGES 21+ FREE ADMISSION WITH VALID I.D. 

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Eddie Roberts Birthday Bash with the Lucky Strokes and members of New Mastersounds plus Datrian Johnson 

Thursday April 24 • Doors 10:00PM / Show 11:00PM

Advance Tickets $25 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

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All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Kermit Ruffins & the BBQ Swingers

Friday April 25
Doors 9:30PM/Show 10:30PM

Advance Tickets $25 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

“We Partyin’!”

Kermit Ruffins needs only two words to hype a New Orleans barroom for one of his weekly shows, and this, his personal slogan, sums up what this Big Easy ambassador is all about. From playing himself in the HBO Series Treme, to barbecuing outside his bar, Kermit’s Treme Mother-inLaw Lounge, to sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the trumpeter/vocalist keeps himself busy when he isn’t on stage doing what he does best—entertaining and sharing his love of life with the world. He personifies the laid-back vibe of New Orleans.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Toubab Krewe
in the Blue Nile Balcony Room

Friday April 25
Doors 10:00PM / Show 11:00PM
Advance Tickets $20 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

Some music cannot be found on a map or within iTunes categories. Some music is so original it seems snatched from the great, invisible substrata that runs below all human activity, a sound aching to be born without a flag or fixed allegiance – free, questing, overflowing with immediate, tangible life. This is the music of Toubab Krewe, the vibrant Asheville, NC-based instrumental powerhouse that creates a sonic Pangaea that lustily swirls together rock, African traditions, jam sensibilities, international folk strains and more. While nearly impossible to put into any box, it takes only a few moments to realize in a very palpable way that one is face-to-face with a true original who recognizes no borders in a march towards a muscular, original, globally switched-on sound.

‘Toubab Krewe’s take on African music is about as good as it gets without buying a plane ticket’ - Jon Pareles, New York Times

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18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Big Sam’s Funky Nation

THIS IS A LATE SHOW FRIDAY APRIL 25 • 1:00AM
(Technically this show starts early morning Saturday April 26.)

Advance Tickets $25 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

"We’re all going to have a good time. That’s what funk is all about." -Big Sam

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All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents The Rumble ft. Big Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. with Special Guest Ivan Neville
with Dirty Thirty opening

Saturday April 26 
Doors 9:30PM/Show 10:30PM
Advance Tickets $25 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

 On Mardi Gras morning, your eyes may feast on the intricate and elaborate beadwork of the Indians as they dance down the street, but the first thing you'll hear when they make their way toward you is the back line, known as "the rumble". Featuring seven GRAMMY-nominated musicians, The Rumble is more than just a band — it's an opportunity to be immersed in a wholly unique facet of New Orleans culture. Composed of Second Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. of the Golden Eagles, trumpeter Aurélien Barnes, trombonist José Maize Jr., bassist TJ Norris, guitarist Ari Teitel, keyboardist Andriu Yanovski, and drummer Trenton O’Neal, the group fuses iconic New Orleans funk in the vein of The Meters and The Neville Brothers — but updated, modern and vibrant befitting the next generation — with electrifying brass and the singular visual splendor of the Black Masking carnival tradition. 

New Orleans-born keyboardist, singer-songwriter, Ivan Neville performs all over the world. New album 'Touch My Soul' Out Now!!

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18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Corey Henry and the Treme Funktet
in the Blue Nile Balcony Room

Saturday April 26
Doors 10:00PM / Show 11:00PM
Advance Tickets $20 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

Corey Henry came of age in the historic Treme neighborhood, surrounded by street parades, brass bands, and a family that includes some of New Orleans’ most treasured musicians. Amidst that village, it’s no surprise that Henry has matured into one of the city’s more dynamic trombonists.

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18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Dirty Thirty

THIS IS A LATE SHOW (Technically this show starts at 2:00AM, early morning Sunday April 27).

Show: 2:00AM
Advance Tickets $20 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

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18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Krasno Moore Project

Sunday April 27
Doors 10PM/Show 11PM
Advance Tickets $30 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

Eric Krasno is a founding member of Lettuce and Soulive and Stanton Moore is a founding member of Galactic and Garage-a-Trois. The two met each other in the mid-nineties. Through their work with their respective bands they have crossed paths and shared the stage together countless times over the past 25 years. Both are GRAMMY award winning artists who together have worked with a vast array of both classic and current musical artists.

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All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Xavier Lynn & The Ruckus On 118th

THIS IS A LATE SHOW Sunday April 27. 
Technically this show starts early morning Monday April 28

Advance Tickets $20 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

Show 1:00AM 

One of the country’s most exuberant up and coming artists, Xavier Lynn is surely a spectacle worth watching closely. Originally born in London to American and British parents, Xavier grew accustom to life on the move, subsequently making his home in France, Austin, TX, Madison, WI, Cleveland, OH, and Atlanta, GA where he currently resides.

Performing professionally since the age of 12, Xavier has learned to captivate audiences with his riveting, star-like stage presence, all the while supporting internationally recognized artists such as Ledisi, Ghostnote, John P Kee, MonoNeon,  Joe, Jon Cleary, Tim Rogers, Le’Andria Johnson, and a plethora of others.

Following the 2020 release of his hit single, “Make It Through,” Xavier formed a new band by the name of “The Ruckus On 118th.” Birthed out of an ongoing series of house parties on East 118th Street in Cleveland’s University Circle, the group’s vibrant young energy has enabled Xavier to modernize his sound for an enhanced funk experience.

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18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Red Baraat

Monday April 28
Doors 9:30PM/Show 10:30PM
Advance Tickets $25 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

Red Baraat is a pioneering band from Brooklyn, New York. Conceived by dhol player Sunny Jain, the group has drawn worldwide praise for its singular sound, a merging of hard driving Punjabi rhythms with elements of hip-hop, jazz and raw punk energy. Created with no less a purposeful agenda than manifesting joy and unity in all people, Red Baraat’s spirit is worn brightly on its sweaty and hard-worked sleeve. The band’s 2017 NPR Tiny Desk Concert is touted as the #8 top performance of all time by New York Magazine.

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All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Wil Blades, Herlin Riley Will Bernard and Very Special Guest Karl Denson Playing the Music of Dr. Lonnie Smith
Tuesday April 29 
Doors 10:00PM / Show 11:00PM
Advance Tickets $25 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

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All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Game of Bones
with New Breed Brass Band

Wednesday April 30

Show 9:30PM

Advance Tickets $20 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

Big Sam - Big Sam's Funky Nation
Corey Henry - Treme Funktet
Stafford Agee - Rebirth Brass Band
Winston Turner - Brass-A-Holics
Paul Robertson - Soul Rebels
AND MORE!

New Breed Brass Band opening.

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Blue Nile Balcony Room presents Bayou International: Afro Caribbean Night featuring DJ T-Roy

AGES 21+ FREE ADMISSION WITH VALID I.D. 

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents The Main Squeeze

Thursday May 1 
Doors 9:30PM/Show 10:30PM
Advance Tickets $25 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

There seems to be an aura in the air when the five members of The Main Squeeze enter a room. A multicultural five-piece from Los Angeles, CA, The Main Squeeze have built a cult following in the States on the road – putting rubber to pavement and playing over 1,000 shows together over the past nine years. For a group of men with completely different backgrounds, tastes, religions, and opinions, there’s already a spirit shared among them when they sit down to play together.

The Main Squeeze, who have toured with the likes of George Clinton & The Parliament Funkadelic, String Cheese Incident, Umphrey’s McGee, and many more and are lauded across North America’s live music circuit. They’ve graced hundreds of stages and played festivals including Bonnaroo, Electric Forest, Firefly, and many more. Their breakout moment came during the pandemic, the band quickly developed a huge following on TikTok. They’ve since gained praise from NPR, Rolling Stone, Relix, and Wonderland as well as collaborated with artists such as 6LACK and Gallant and regularly hosted celebrity-attended gigs at their fast-becoming infamous “Squeeze House.”

The band is coming off their fourth album “To Be Determined” a body of work showcasing the unique chemistry the Los Angeles, CA based band have developed together over the years - and seem to be hinting towards a new album coming soon.

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All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Flow Tribe
in the Blue Nile Balcony Room

Thursday May 1
Doors 10:00PM / Show 11:00PM

Advance Tickets $20 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

Founded in 2004, Flow Tribe was solidified in the wake of Hurricane Katrina's destruction with the mission to bring the next generation of the New Orleans' sound of unstoppable rhythm and passion to the world. The next 15 years would find Flow Tribe performing over 120 shows a year crossing the country multiple times from the biggest festival stages to nicest venues.
Flow Tribe is made of six seasoned blue collar musicians who grind out the good times. They carry on the tradition of following the highway to wherever the next crowd congregates. Always full of energy and ready to go with a sound that is sure to get your backbone cracking and feet moving. The soul of the Crescent City can be heard in their high energy sound and performance while the passion and love of New Orleans is evident in their demeanor and performance.  Flow Tribe will bring the soul, funk and fire to a crowd through various genres of music ranging from soul, funk, blues, rock, and so much more.  At the heart of each tune is their passion for the beautiful music of New Orleans and the melting pot of influences can be heard in their music and performance.  

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All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Lyrics Born

THIS IS A LATE SHOW THURSDAY MAY 1. 
(Technically this show starts early morning Friday May 2.)
Show 1:00AM
Advance Tickets $20 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

"For my last album, I wanted to throw the funkiest, freakiest, messiest going away party I could for myself,” declares rap legend LYRICS BORN about his upcoming exit from the music space to further explore other entertainment realms. “I'm saying what I want to say, and then I'm boogie-ing my ass out the door.” Before he waves ‘sayonara’ to his illustrious musical career that stretches over three decades from his start as part of the iconic Northern California hip hop collectives SoleSides and Quannum Projects in the ‘90s to his solo joints in the ‘00s and onward, Lyrics Born will be releasing one final album, Goodbye, Sticky Rice on October 25th, 2024 via his label Mobile Home Recordings.

Starting in the late ‘90s as a vital part of the intensely influential Bay Area hip hop collective Quannum Projects that spawned DJ Shadow, Blackalicious, Lifesavas and Latyrx, of which he was half with Lateef the Truthspeaker, Lyrics Born broke countless “first” barriers as the first Asian-American solo rapper to perform at Lollapalooza, Coachella, release a greatest hits record, to name a few firsts. There was never a glass ceiling that he wasn’t able to break. He has established himself firmly among the upper echelon of indie Hip Hop artists. In 2022, Rolling Stone listed his debut album Later That Day as one of the "200 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums of All Time." He also holds a place in Rolling Stone's "100 Greatest West Coast Hip-Hop Songs of All Time" with his biggest hit to date "Callin' Out."

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All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Kermit Ruffins & the BBQ Swingers

Friday May 2
Doors 10:00PM / SHOW 11:00PM
Advance Tickets $25 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

“We Partyin’!”

Kermit Ruffins needs only two words to hype a New Orleans barroom for one of his weekly shows, and this, his personal slogan, sums up what this Big Easy ambassador is all about. From playing himself in the HBO Series Treme, to barbecuing outside his bar, Kermit’s Treme Mother-inLaw Lounge, to sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the trumpeter/vocalist keeps himself busy when he isn’t on stage doing what he does best—entertaining and sharing his love of life with the world. He personifies the laid-back vibe of New Orleans.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Royal Blades
in the Blue Nile Balcony Room

Friday May 2
Doors 10:00PM / Show 11:00PM
Advance Tickets $20 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

Get Ready to Get Down!

Two masters of groove—Khris Royal on sax and electronics, and Wil Blades on the Hammond B3—join forces for a deep night of organ jazz and funk! Featuring the unstoppable rhythm section: Joe Dyson (drums) & Danny Abel (guitar)

Come get your funk fix with this all-star crew—Royal Blades is bringing the HEAT to Frenchmen Street!

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All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Marco Benevento

THIS IS A LATE SHOW FRIDAY MAY 2. 
(Technically this show starts early morning Saturday May 3.)
Doors 1:00AM / Show 2:00AM
Advance Tickets $30 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

Over the course of seven studio albums and countless shows around the world, Marco Benevento has amassed a devoted fanbase, while drawing praise from tastemakers far and wide. Los Angeles Times has written, “it’s safe to say that no one sees the keyboard quite like Marco Benevento’s genre-blind mashup of indie rock, jazz and skewed improvisation,” while NPR Music raves that Benevento combines “the thrust of rock, the questing of jazz and the experimental ecstasy of jam,” and Rolling Stone praises “the textures and colors available in his keyboards and arsenal of manipulated pedals and effects along with his deceptively rich, catchy melodies and straight-ahead grooves.”

Indeed, Benevento’s music covers a wide swath of ground, connecting the dots in the vast space between LCD Soundsystem and Leon Russell, His songwriting is smart and earthy, yet pulsating with dance rock energy. Benevento’s high energy live shows have led to numerous high profile appearances, ranging from Carnegie Hall to Pickathon. In the studio, he’s collaborated with the likes of Richard Swift, Leon Michels and Joe Russo among others. 

On his latest studio album, simply titled, ‘BENEVENTO,’ the Woodstock, NY- based artist dives deep down a psych funk rabbit hole, reimagining the current Zeitgeist of these troubled times through surrealistic optimism and the pure joy of an irresistible groove on tracks like “At The End Or The Beginning,” “Winter Rose” and “Do You Want Some Magic?”

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All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Big Sam’s Funky Nation

Saturday May 3
Doors 10:00PM / Show 11:00PM
Advance Tickets $25 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

"We’re all going to have a good time. That’s what funk is all about." -Big Sam

All sales are final and refunds are only allowed in limited circumstances such as canceled events. If your event is canceled, postponed, rescheduled, or moved, we will attempt to contact you to update you on the status of the event, and inform you of any refund, credit, or exchange procedures.

All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Stooges Brass Band
in the Blue Nile Balcony Room

Saturday May 3
Doors 10:00PM / Show 11:00PM
Advance Tickets $20 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

The Stooges Brass Band has earned their rank as one of the elite brass bands in New Orleans.  The band consistently provides a welcome blast of true New Orleans spirit engaging audiences with their innovative blend of traditional New Orleans brass sounds, contemporary jazz and hip-hop beats.

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All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series
Sputacular presents Holy Ghost-Note
Teena Feribee, Jonathan Mones, Nate Werth, Jamison Ross, Jelly, Marcus Machado, Peter Knudsen, Jay Mck, Mackenzie, Bobby Sparks, Sylvester Onyejiaka, Jennifer Hartswick, Robert “Sput” Searight

THIS IS A LATE SHOW Saturday May 3 
(Technically this show starts early morning May 4)
Doors 1:00AM / Show 1:30AM
Advance Tickets $25 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

All sales are final and refunds are only allowed in limited circumstances such as canceled events. If your event is canceled, postponed, rescheduled, or moved, we will attempt to contact you to update you on the status of the event, and inform you of any refund, credit, or exchange procedures.

All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents Big Chief Monk Boudreaux & The Golden Eagles

Sunday May 4
Doors 10:00PM / Show 11:00PM
Advance Tickets $20 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

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All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

18th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents The Nth Power featuring Cory Henry
"The Last Hoorah"
Monday May 5
Doors 10:00PM / Show 11:00PM
Advance Tickets $20 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

Proving that soul music can be exponentially greater than the sum of its parts, The Nth Power is on a mission to share the light. Formed during an impromptu late-night jam at Jazz Fest 2012 in New Orleans, the relentlessly funky and soulful band believes in music as a higher power tapping into an energy that is simultaneously sexy and spiritual, with songs that will inspire audiences to dance, groove, make love or just stand there with goose bumps.

The trio hails from diverse musical backgrounds, races and creeds. Female powerhouse Nikki Glaspie was Beyonce’s world-touring drummer for five years before she joined Ivan Nevilles New Orleans funk outfit, Dumpstaphunk. Bassist Nate Edgar of Groovechild and John Browns Body perfectly compliments singer and guitarist Nick Cassarino who came from the Jennifer Hartswick Band and toured with Big Daddy Kane.

All sales are final and refunds are only allowed in limited circumstances such as canceled events. If your event is canceled, postponed, rescheduled, or moved, we will attempt to contact you to update you on the status of the event, and inform you of any refund, credit, or exchange procedures.

All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.