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Recorded on the Ric label, Al Johnson’s “Carnival Time” hit the streets of New Orleans for Mardi Gras of 1960. While it didn’t catch on at first, today it’s a standard. That’s Mac Rebennack (Dr. John) on the piano. Sample lyric: Claiborne Street is a-rockin' From-a one side to the other The joints are jammin', packin' And I'm about Come Down To New Orleans - Big Sam’s Funky Nation Sweet Home New Orleans - Dr. John Carnival Time - Bo Dollis, The Wild Magnolias My Dawlin New Orleans - Little Queenie & the Percolators Rebirth Medley: My Song, Pie Pt. 2, Mexican - Kermit Ruffins, Rebirth Brass Band The Mardi Gras Song - Davell Crawford Mardi Gras Time - Bayou Renegade Indians The Meters, "Hey Pocky A-Way" The strongest of several Mardi Gras classics by these masters of funk during their mid-'70s period. With a microscopically accurate second-line beat, boogie-woogie piano New Orleans style, semi-nonsensical lyrics, and loads of thick funk on top, this sums up the bohemian essence of the celebration. Go to the Mardi Gras by Professor Longhair A quintessential New Orleans piano-driven classic. Second Line (Part 1) by Stop, Inc. Perfect for parades and dancing. Big Chief by Professor Longhair Celebrates Mardi Gras Indians with a funky piano groove. Iko Iko by The Dixie Cups A call-and-response classic rooted in New Orleans culture. 55. All On a Mardi Gras Day – The Wild Magnolias. 56. Mardi Gras in New Orleans – Fats Domino. 57. D. Pop and Party Tracks. 58. Sugar Magnolia – Grateful Dead. 59. Mardi Gras Beads – Parquet Courts. 60. New Orleans – Naxxos. 61. Louisiana Fairytale – Fats Waller. 62. Bourbon Street Parade – Louis Armstrong. 63. E. R&B and Soul. 64 Here they are, in no special order, the Top Ten Mardi Gras Songs of Louisiana! 10) "My Feet Can't Fail Me Now" The Dirty Dozen Brass Band 9) Carnival Time Al Johnson Contrary to the idealized image of Mardi Gras in the public mind, Carnival time often requires a lot of time simply hanging out with your people. This record is a jazz conversation that provides an ideal background for savoring a hopefully well-lubricated session in the sun or under the moon—preferably in costume. The Hawketts were an American R&B combo from New Orleans. They are best known for their 1954 recording of ‘Mardi Gras Mambo’, a song that’s become a Carnival staple. The songs they recorded reflect the rhumba and Caribbean influences in early R&B artists who called New Orleans home. Featured Image: @bigfreedia via Instagram Mardi Gras Music in New Orleans Mardi Gras music in New Orleans pulses with life, drawing from a rich tapestry of cultural influences that resonate throughout the city. You'll hear iconic songs like "Hey Pocky A-Way" by The Meters and "Mardi Gras Mambo" by The Hawketts, which capture the festive spirit perfectly. Mardi Gras Music in New Orleans . Since then, Mardi Gras and New Orleans have gone hand-in-hand. The musical elements of the holiday come from the slew of cultures that predominate the city. Almost from the beginning, the gumbo of French, Canadian, American and Caribbean cultures have influenced the music of New Orleans and its Mardi Gras New Orleans, often called the birthplace of jazz, has a deep and diverse musical heritage that reflects its cultural richness. From the brass bands that parade through its streets to the soulful blues that resonate from its bars, the city’s unique soundscape has inspired generations of artists. Songs about NOLA capture the essence of thisContinue reading “My Dawlin’ New Orleans” makes nostalgic references to its streetcars, its iconic Mardi Gras carnival, fabled jazz bands, and traditional cuisine. However, there are also glimpses of frustration from the narrator, with allusions to politicians selling the city for profit. With jubilant piano melodies, snazzy horns, and carefree whistling, "Go To The Mardi Gras" is another festive song that will make you want to book a plane ticket to New Orleans. Like other songs on this list, the snappy tune mentions two real New Orleans street names - St. Claude and Dumaire. One of my favorite lists to play is my set of Mardi Gras songs that I tend to turn up quite loudly and quite often – even ‘out-of-season’. Here, I compiled 12 of my favorite themed tunes in no particular order that includes a day-after Mardi Gras Day song. New Orleans, Mardi Gras: Dixieland Jazz Music:Welcome to Jazz Hive! Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant sounds of New Orleans with our latest video If we’re going to talk about New Orleans, we have to include staple songs of Mardis Gras and the city’s festival season. This one came out in 1949 by Professor Longhair, a pioneer of the New Orleans music scene and one of the most important figures in bridging the gap between the early piano music of the city and the jazz of guys like Dr. John and Fats Domino. A selection of music to get you in the mood for Mardi Gras and Carnival from the artists of New Orleans' premiere record label, Basin Street Records! Featuring Jon Cleary, Rebirth Brass Band, Dr. Michael White, Henry Butler, Los Hombres Calientes, Kermit Ruffins, Jason Marsalis, Irvin Mayfield and more. Mardi Gras is one of the world’s largest celebrations, and we want you to be ready. Although the parades and parties have already hit the streets of New Orleans, the week officially begins on Carnival is kicking up and we want to be ready for the party. This week, the editors and other members of the Renaissance Publishing team are sharing their favorite Mardi Gras songs to get down to at home or out on The Avenue! New Orleans songs to get in the spirit of Carnival season!
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