There are albums that entertain, and then there are albums that carry something heavier such as history, identity, and responsibility. With Louisiana Love, Robin Barnes delivers the latter. Released May 1, the debut full length project from the artist widely known as the Songbird of New Orleans is not simply a collection of songs. It […]
The Second Line Arts Collective is teaming up with the New Orleans Public Library to launch the 2025–2026 Little Stompers Library Series. This free, three-part program introduces young children and their caregivers to the sounds and traditions of New Orleans music through live performance, movement, and storytelling. The series begins on Saturday, October 4 at […]
Yes, New Orleans has its challenges. From rising insurance premiums to housing pressure, the issues we face are real, and they deserve attention. But so often lately, Big Easy Magazine has focused on what is broken and the challenges that persist. We do that because we love the city, and we believe it’s worth fighting […]
To visitors, a second line in New Orleans might look like an impromptu brass band parade weaving through the streets — but it’s much more than a party. Second lines are acts of remembrance, resistance, and renewal. They’re a ritual in motion, born from a legacy of struggle and solidarity. At a time when cultural […]
New Orleans isn’t perfect. It floods, it frustrates, it exhausts. Yet, despite every struggle, it’s still a city that captures hearts and minds, inspiring fierce loyalty and protective pride. Here are ten reasons to love New Orleans—why it remains not just a city worth loving, but worth fighting for. 1. The Culture Is Alive and […]
New Orleans isn’t just a city; it’s a rhythm, a soul, a feeling. Known as the birthplace of jazz and a cradle of countless musical revolutions, the Big Easy has long been a mecca for performers from around the globe. Some of the world’s most iconic celebrities have graced New Orleans stages, and many left […]
 NEW ORLEANS, LA (June 8, 2020) – New Orleans folk-rock band Mighty Brother is back with their upcoming double album, The Rabbit. The Owl., due to be released on June 29th. The Rabbit. The Owl., is a prime showcase of the band’s unique musical flair and serves as an introspective look into Mighty Brother’s […]
 Local beloved musician, Colin Lake, has started work on his third album, “Forces of Nature.” Like his previous two albums, Lake takes inspiration from his life to compose soulful tracks that many fans will certainly find comfort in during these times. Lake just released the music video for his brand new single, “Extraordinary Times,” […]
Can one be progressive and transgressive? Are these lyrics a joke or a stream of unfiltered consciousness meant to be taken on a deeper level?
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