Monthly Archives: November 2012

George Porter Jr. Birthday Bash Line-up Finalized

George Porter Jr. | 2011.11.20 | The New Orleans Poboy Preservation Festival | New Orleans LA | Photo © Lon Marchand

The funkiest man in town turns 65 on the day after Christmas, and to celebrate, he’s hosting his annual birthday bash down at the Howlin’ Wolf. George’s little soirée has become a holiday tradition for many of our friends here at The Infirmary, dating back to the old Howlin’ Wolf (and the post-Katrina Baton Rouge birthday bash at the old Chelsea’s off of Highland Rd). Guests are always a who’s who of top flight New Orleans musicians in town for the Christmas holidays, happy to celebrate with the man that by many opinions, helped father the funk.

One More Shot: Oliver Wood || House of Blues Parish Room 2012

Oliver Wood | 2012.11.27 | The House of Blues Parish Room | New Orleans LA | Photo © Lon Marchand

The Wood Brothers came into town on Tuesday night and shined in front of a nice crowd at The House of Blues. Here: Oliver Wood jams on Atlas.

One More Shot: John “Papa” Gros || Poboy Fest 2011

John “Papa” Gros | 2011.11.20 | Poboy Festival | New Orleans LA

Papa Gros Funk held down the last headlining spot at the now defunct River Stage, where so many great acts had played in years prior. Wish I would have known.

LISTEN: Anders’ Grateful Feat – Ohio

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Anders and a few of his friends got together on Jazz Fest’s first Friday for a rock show. Here: Anders, Paul, Fred, Carl, and the Bills (Kreutzmann & Iuso) jam on Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young’s ‘Ohio’.

One More Shot: Honey Island Swamp Band || Poboy Fest 2012

2012.11.18 | The Honey Island Swamp Band | The New Orleans Poboy Preservation Festival | New Orleans LA | Photo © Lon Marchand

Honey Island played a bouncy, upbeat set for the overstuffed Poboy Fest crowd. Here: Chris Mulé & Aaron Wilkinson jam on 300 Pounds.