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Video: John "Prince" Gilbert's Funeral

Sat, 01/04/25

Dozens of brass players, Baby Dolls, and Mardi Gras Indians came out to honor John "Prince" Gilbert at his funeral on December 30, 2024. At the time of his passing on December 14, Gilbert played saxophone for Treme Brass Band. He was also an original member of Rebirth Brass... Read more

Bourbon Street Tragedy

Fri, 01/03/25

As New Orleans' community radio station, everyone at WWOZ is deeply saddened by the tragedy that occurred on Bourbon Street early on New Year's Day. We send our deepest condolences to the victims and their families and friends. As always, music remains the heartbeat keeping... Read more

Perfect Gentlemen Second Line Parade Sunday

Thu, 01/02/25

Tue, 12/31/24

The Mardi Gras season is upon us again! Here's the parade schedule for 2025 (subject to change): Monday, January 6 5pm Society Des Champs Elysée - Marigny (walking parade only) 7pm Phunny Phorty Phellows - St. Charles streetcar route followed by Funky Uptown Krewe 8pm Joan ... Read more

2025 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule

Tue, 12/31/24

Authored by: Carrie Booher

world journey 12/28,24

Sat, 12/28/24

Authored by: Allan "Alski" Laskey

1 Cumbia Del Amor Alex Acosta Y Su Orquesta 02:56 Super Disco Pirata: De Tepito Para El Mundo 1965-1980 2 Eritrean Girl Asmara All Stars 05:06 Eritrea's Got Soul 3 Maman Elise Honoré Avolonto 08:44 Honoré Avolonto 4 Erkaza... Read more

Read Our 2024 Report to the Community

Thu, 12/26/24

Dear Guardians of the Groove, I am incredibly proud to share with you WWOZ's brand new 2024 Report to the Community! I think you'll agree--this is a WOW! Many thanks to our amazing staff, show hosts, volunteers, musicians, board and supporters. This is all possible becaus... Read more