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Art Home New Orleans Peeks at Collection Culture

by Sally Tunmer November 15, 2011 Arts & Culture

New Orleans is intrinsically romantic, and the city’s alluring architecture is a big part of why that is. Ever wonder what lies behind the charming shotgun houses of Uptown or the decorative Creole cottages of the French Quarter? They seem to hold many secrets behind their facades and that’s because they do. There’s a whole world back there personalized by …

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: The 610 Stompers

by Sally Tunmer October 17, 2011 Events

Watch out New York: New Orleans is comin for ya – in the form of sweaty, garden variety testosterone. I’m referring of course to the 610 Stompers, New Orleans’ finest and most ferocious male dance troupe. The Stompers take over the streets of Manhattan at the iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 24. The dancing fools are something of …

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick: Thalassa at New Orleans Museum of Art

by Sally Tunmer August 28, 2011 Arts & Culture

New York street artist, Swoon, takes over the New Orleans Museum of Art with a grand-scale installation suspended from the century-old Great Hall. The giant – almost ominous – sculpture  depicting the mighty sea goddess, Thalassa, reigns over the art museum, symbolizing our relationship to the sea, as the artist’s vision intended. As NOMA modern and contemporary curator, Miranda Lash, …

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: White Linen Night

by Andy July 17, 2011 Pick of the Week

Coming to New Orleans in August? Mark your calendars for White Linen Night. White Linen Night is an annual one-night arts festival in August during which art galleries, stores and restaurants in the Arts District open their doors to thousands of people clad in white linen (side: you don’t have to wear white linen, but you should because everyone …

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YouTube Pick of the Week: Cointreau Mix-Off at Tales of the Cocktail

by Andy July 9, 2011 Events

Planning on coming to town for Tales of the Cocktail? Here’s what you can expect: plenty of delicious, hand-crafted cocktails, educational seminars on the history and background of various types of alcohol and cocktails and, my personal favorite, a little friendly competition. Every year, in addition to seminars and tastings, TOTC hosts a number of “Mix-Offs” in which various mixologists …

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: New Orleans Running of the Bulls

by Andy July 2, 2011 Events

You don’t have to be in Spain to experience the thrill of the Running of the Bulls. In fact, you don’t even have to leave New Orleans! Every year the NOLA Bulls host San Fermin in Nueva Orleans, a festival that pays homage to the famous Encierro of Pamplona or “The Running of the Bulls.” But, of course, this …

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: Macy Gray at Voodoo Fest

by Andy June 25, 2011 Pick of the Week

In case you missed Macy Gray‘s killer performance at Voodoo Fest last year, here’s your chance to make up for it. Gray, who came onto the American R&B Scene with her debut album in 1999, is known for her soulful songwriting. If you don’t love Macy Gray for her own songs, I can promise that hearing her cover of …

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: Fantasia at Jazz Fest 2011

by Andy June 18, 2011 Pick of the Week

In case you missed Fantasia Barrino at this year’s Jazz and Heritage Festival, now is your chance to make up for it! Fantasia will be performing at this year’s Essence Music Festival during Fourth of July weekend in New Orleans. Fantasia will be performing on the Essence Mainstage on Friday, July 1. If you haven’t gotten your Essence Festival Tickets …

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: Janet Jackson – 2010 Essence Music Festival

by Andy June 11, 2011 Pick of the Week

It’s almost Essence Fest and, though she won’t be performing this year, we can’t help but get excited for Essence Fest 2011 as we shake our money makers to this video of Janet Jackson singing “Rhythm Nation” at Essence Festival last year. If you haven’t gotten your tickets yet, never fear, there are still plenty to be had! Don’t wait …

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: Lost Bayou Ramblers at Vieux to Do

by Andy June 5, 2011 Pick of the Week

Mark your calendars people! We’re one week away from Vieux to Do, which was recently named one of America’s Don’t-Miss Festivals by CNN Travel. Vieux to Do is three festivals in one (and all are free!). You have the Creole Tomato Festival, which celebrates — you guessed it — Creole Tomatoes. There is also the Louisiana Seafood Festival which celebrates …

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Galactic: a new era of New Orleans' musicians

GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: Heart Of Steel Galactic With Cyril Neville

by Andy May 22, 2011 Pick of the Week

Galactic is easily one of the most well known jam-bands to come out of New Orleans and with hit records like Ya-Ka-May, it’s no wonder why. The band, which was originally founded in 1994, is comprised of five regular members — Stanton Moore (Drums), Richard Vogel (Keyboard), Jeff Raines (Guitar), Robert Mercurio (Bass) and Ben Ellman (saxophone, harmonica). During live …

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: NOWFE 2009 New Orleans Wine and Food Experience

by Andy May 14, 2011 Cocktail Culture

One thing New Orleans knows how to do is eat and enjoy wine. That, and party. So, why not put those two together and celebrate food and wine with a city-wide party? We give you NOWFE: New Orleans Wine and Food Experience, a five-day culinary celebration in New Orleans. With various dinners, wine tastings and events, NOWFE has a little …

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: Walter Washington- Bayou Boogaloo

by Andy May 7, 2011 Pick of the Week

Mark your calendars, people! The 6th Annual Bayou Boogaloo is less than two weeks away! This free festival takes place every May on the banks of Bayou St. John. Get your fill of local music, cuisine and arts. Last year, Walter “Wolfman” Washington tore up the stage at the Boogaloo. Unfortunately, Wolfman won’t be playing this year, …

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Jazz Fest Feature: Guitar Slim, Jr.

by Andy May 4, 2011 Events

Guitar Slim, Jr., son of the famous Guitar Slim, has been playing music since he was a child. His repertoire is heavily reliant on his father and, in my personal opinion, he’s one of the better guitar players in the city of New Orleans. His shows are always a ton of fun and, if you’re a guitar fan, he’s someone …

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Jazz Fest Feature: Little Freddie King

by Andy May 3, 2011 Events

Little Freddie King, who isn’t quite so little anymore, is a New Orleans blues musician known for his incredible guitar playing skills. He’s a New Orleans absolute must-see act and you can catch him at Jazz Fest this Thursday (May 5) in the Blues Tent at 12:20 pm. He will mesmerize you with his remarkable talent and legendary sound …

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GoNOLA YouTube Pick of the Week: Steamboat Natchez in Concert (HD): New Orleans

by Andy April 30, 2011 Pick of the Week

Looking for some unique New Orleans fun that isn’t Jazz Fest related? Head down to the French Quarter and check out the Steamboat Natchez. The Steamboat Natchez is the last authentic Steamboat on the Mighty Mississippi River. They offer dinner jazz and daily jazz cruises all year round and is a great place for families with children. To learn more …

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