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No city loves music more than New Orleans. The rhythms fill the streets, clubs, churches and concert halls. Don’t miss a beat! The city is the birthplace of jazz and a mecca for gospel, R&B and ultimately, the rock and pop we love today.
While here in the hometown of Louis Armstrong and Jelly Roll Morton, experience unbelievable live musical performances in venues from swank lounges to tiny honky tonks to mega concerts in places like the New Orleans Arena. Here is a round up of where to hear music from Zydeco to Gospel Jazz.
Blue Nile
532 Frenchmen St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 948-2583
www.bluenilelive.com
A groovy little atmospheric music club offering live performances from famous and up-and-coming jazz, blues, rock and funk acts.
532 Frenchmen St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 948-2583
www.bluenilelive.com
A groovy little atmospheric music club offering live performances from famous and up-and-coming jazz, blues, rock and funk acts.
Carousel Bar (BAR ROTATES)
214 Royal St., Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 523-3341
www.hotelmonteleone.com
214 Royal St., Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 523-3341
www.hotelmonteleone.com
Club 300 Jazz Restaurant
300 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 581-2534
www.neworleansjazzbistro.com
This French Quarter restaurant serves a delectable combination of nightly live jazz with the finest local crabs, shrimp, oysters, crawfish and other denizens of Louisiana’s waters.
300 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 581-2534
www.neworleansjazzbistro.com
This French Quarter restaurant serves a delectable combination of nightly live jazz with the finest local crabs, shrimp, oysters, crawfish and other denizens of Louisiana’s waters.
d.b.a.
618 Frenchmen St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 942-3731
www.drinkgoodstuff.com
In the heart of the Frenchmen Street “music district,” d.b.a. is a very hip-but not trendy-bar that offers off-the-cuff music geared towards local music lovers.
618 Frenchmen St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 942-3731
www.drinkgoodstuff.com
In the heart of the Frenchmen Street “music district,” d.b.a. is a very hip-but not trendy-bar that offers off-the-cuff music geared towards local music lovers.
The Famous Door
339 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA 70112
(504) 598-4334
www.thebestofbourbonstreet.com
Long-time Bourbon St. impresario John Wehner presents R&B and show dance bands seven nights a week.
339 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA 70112
(504) 598-4334
www.thebestofbourbonstreet.com
Long-time Bourbon St. impresario John Wehner presents R&B and show dance bands seven nights a week.
Funky Pirate
727 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 523-1960, (800) 475-3649
www.tropicalisle.com
Long time Bourbon Street hang of Big Al Carson & the Blues Masters, the F.P. features raunchy blues from late afternoon to the wee, wee hours.
727 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 523-1960, (800) 475-3649
www.tropicalisle.com
Long time Bourbon Street hang of Big Al Carson & the Blues Masters, the F.P. features raunchy blues from late afternoon to the wee, wee hours.
House Of Blues
225 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70054
(504) 529-2583
www.hob.com
New Orleans’ premiere restaurant and live music venue. Located in the French Quarter, the club has hosted world class musicians from Fats Domino to Eric Clapton. Sunday morning the House rocks with a rousing Gospel Brunch.
225 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70054
(504) 529-2583
www.hob.com
New Orleans’ premiere restaurant and live music venue. Located in the French Quarter, the club has hosted world class musicians from Fats Domino to Eric Clapton. Sunday morning the House rocks with a rousing Gospel Brunch.
Howlin’ Wolf
907 St. Peters St., New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 522-9653
www.howlin-wolf.com
Despite the name (conjuring images of Chicago blues), this club is the high velocity outlet for rock bands with occasional blues and jazz. Comfortable, cold A/C and owner Howie Kaplan is determined to make you love his club. Located in the Warehouse District.
907 St. Peters St., New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 522-9653
www.howlin-wolf.com
Despite the name (conjuring images of Chicago blues), this club is the high velocity outlet for rock bands with occasional blues and jazz. Comfortable, cold A/C and owner Howie Kaplan is determined to make you love his club. Located in the Warehouse District.
Igor’s Checkpoint Charlie
501 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 281-4847
Listen to live music, from local rockers both established and up-and-coming. Enjoy the half-pound Charlie Burger, jalapeno poppers, mini-pizzas, chicken nuggets or cheese fries. No reservations.
501 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 281-4847
Listen to live music, from local rockers both established and up-and-coming. Enjoy the half-pound Charlie Burger, jalapeno poppers, mini-pizzas, chicken nuggets or cheese fries. No reservations.
Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse
300 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 553-2331
www.sonesta.com
It’s Playtime. Grammy and Billboard Award-winning Jazz trumpeter Irvin and Royal Sonesta Hotel proudly present Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse. The best jazz club in New Orleans showcases New Orleans’ greatest Jazz talent and serves your favorite cocktails and appetizers in a luxurious venue on the lobby level of the Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans.
300 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 553-2331
www.sonesta.com
It’s Playtime. Grammy and Billboard Award-winning Jazz trumpeter Irvin and Royal Sonesta Hotel proudly present Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse. The best jazz club in New Orleans showcases New Orleans’ greatest Jazz talent and serves your favorite cocktails and appetizers in a luxurious venue on the lobby level of the Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans.
The Maison
508 Frenchmen St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 371 5543
www.maisonfrenchmen.com
The Maison officially began doing business around Halloween 2009. Maison has undergone a massive top to bottom renovation, turning an old dilapidated building into one of New Orleans most unique party spots. And Maison is a party spot indeed. There are seldom nights where there isn’t some booty shaking. If you like to dance, Maison is the spot. We have swing dancing several nights a week including swing dancing classes Mondays and Tuesdays. We host frequent Cajun Fais Do Dos, brass band throwdowns, electronic music bashes, Friday night dance parties, sweaty funkathons! You name it, you will find it at Maison.
508 Frenchmen St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 371 5543
www.maisonfrenchmen.com
The Maison officially began doing business around Halloween 2009. Maison has undergone a massive top to bottom renovation, turning an old dilapidated building into one of New Orleans most unique party spots. And Maison is a party spot indeed. There are seldom nights where there isn’t some booty shaking. If you like to dance, Maison is the spot. We have swing dancing several nights a week including swing dancing classes Mondays and Tuesdays. We host frequent Cajun Fais Do Dos, brass band throwdowns, electronic music bashes, Friday night dance parties, sweaty funkathons! You name it, you will find it at Maison.
Neutral Ground Coffee House
5100 Danneel St., New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 891-3381
www.neutralground.org
The Neutral Ground is where potential Bob Dylans and Joni Mitchells hone their folk singing crafts. Those seeking mild intellectual stimulation can hit the chess or checker boards.
5100 Danneel St., New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 891-3381
www.neutralground.org
The Neutral Ground is where potential Bob Dylans and Joni Mitchells hone their folk singing crafts. Those seeking mild intellectual stimulation can hit the chess or checker boards.
Oak
8118 Oak St., New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 302-1485
www.oaknola.com
Oak, just steps from the streetcar, is a sophisticated and sexy new bar and eatery with a cool and embracing atmosphere. It combines an upscale, cosmopolitan style with New Orleans own laissez-faire attitude. Live musicians also play every night at Oak, everything from jazz piano to funky brass. Please join us at Oak to drink, eat and groove to the sounds of New Orleans!
8118 Oak St., New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 302-1485
www.oaknola.com
Oak, just steps from the streetcar, is a sophisticated and sexy new bar and eatery with a cool and embracing atmosphere. It combines an upscale, cosmopolitan style with New Orleans own laissez-faire attitude. Live musicians also play every night at Oak, everything from jazz piano to funky brass. Please join us at Oak to drink, eat and groove to the sounds of New Orleans!
One Eyed Jacks
615 Toulouse St., New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 569-8361
www.oneeyedjacks.net
All of the finer points of El Matador and The Shim Sham Club rolled into one hip venue. The club offers live jazz, funk, and rock as well as sexy burlesque shows that can’t be found anywhere else.
615 Toulouse St., New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 569-8361
www.oneeyedjacks.net
All of the finer points of El Matador and The Shim Sham Club rolled into one hip venue. The club offers live jazz, funk, and rock as well as sexy burlesque shows that can’t be found anywhere else.
Pat O’Brien’s ( A MUST SEE FOR OUT OF TOWNERS)
718 St. Peter St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 525-4823, (800) 597-4823
www.patobriens.com
If you’re a tourist, you are required to visit Pat O’s, order at least one high-velocity Hurricane and listen to the piano-players. It’s the law.
718 St. Peter St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 525-4823, (800) 597-4823
www.patobriens.com
If you’re a tourist, you are required to visit Pat O’s, order at least one high-velocity Hurricane and listen to the piano-players. It’s the law.
Preservation Hall
726 St. Peter St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 523-8939, (888) 946-5299
www.preservationhall.com
Back in the days when the future of traditional New Orleans jazz seemed dim, this is the place that kept the music alive. There is no bar or climate control. The music begins nightly at 8 p.m. with a line usually forming outside a half-hour before.
726 St. Peter St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 523-8939, (888) 946-5299
www.preservationhall.com
Back in the days when the future of traditional New Orleans jazz seemed dim, this is the place that kept the music alive. There is no bar or climate control. The music begins nightly at 8 p.m. with a line usually forming outside a half-hour before.
Republic
828 S. Peters St., New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 528-8282
www.republicnola.com
The elegant cabaret-style music and events venue with deep crimson tones, exposed brick and wooden beams, turn of the century murals and crystal chandeliers, attracts not only locals but celebrities. By providing constantly evolving entertainment through music, fashion, philanthropy, film and the arts,
828 S. Peters St., New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 528-8282
www.republicnola.com
The elegant cabaret-style music and events venue with deep crimson tones, exposed brick and wooden beams, turn of the century murals and crystal chandeliers, attracts not only locals but celebrities. By providing constantly evolving entertainment through music, fashion, philanthropy, film and the arts,
Snug Harbor
626 Frenchmen St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 949-0696
www.snugjazz.com
The city’s premier jazz club with live music seven nights a week. Ellis Marsalis is on stage most Fridays and Charmaine Neville sings most Mondays. A nice restaurant with great burgers and steaks is also on the premises. Two shows nightly at 9 p.m. and 11 p.m.
626 Frenchmen St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 949-0696
www.snugjazz.com
The city’s premier jazz club with live music seven nights a week. Ellis Marsalis is on stage most Fridays and Charmaine Neville sings most Mondays. A nice restaurant with great burgers and steaks is also on the premises. Two shows nightly at 9 p.m. and 11 p.m.
Tipitina’s
501 Napoleon Ave., New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 895-8477
www.tipitinas.com
Formerly the 501 Club, Tip’s was founded as a clubhouse for Professor Longhair in his declining years and is a known musically historic spot. Tipitina’s is the city’s funkiest joint with music most nights and a famous Fais Do Do (usually with Bruce Daigrepont and his band) every Sunday between 5 and 9 p.m.
501 Napoleon Ave., New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 895-8477
www.tipitinas.com
Formerly the 501 Club, Tip’s was founded as a clubhouse for Professor Longhair in his declining years and is a known musically historic spot. Tipitina’s is the city’s funkiest joint with music most nights and a famous Fais Do Do (usually with Bruce Daigrepont and his band) every Sunday between 5 and 9 p.m.
