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Mardi Gras traditions differ regionally: You’ll find jazz-tinged New Orleans-style parades in the bayou and Cajun-coated chicken runs down south. Celebrations vary, sure, but good music never does: It’s as integral to Louisiana’s culture as the holiday is. Mardi Gras Music. No single sound defines Mardi Gras. A good playlist is the heartbeat of your celebration, and we’ve compiled 70 songs to capture the spirit of Mardi Gras. From classic brass band bangers to soulful jazz and modern hits, these tunes will keep your party lively and your spirits high. 70 Songs For Your Mardi Gras Playlist. Traditional Mardi Gras Classics. Mardi Gras Mambo by The For this Mardi Gras playlist, we've focused mainly on brass bands, rhythm and blues, jazz, and zydeco in order to capture the traditional sounds of the Bourbon Street festivities. If you're looking for live music to play at your Mardi Gras party, check out our selection of jazz bands and soloists on The Bash. 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. The Vibrant Mix: Genres that Define Mardi Gras; The essence of Mardi Gras music lies in its diversity. Jazz, funk, soul, R&B, rock, zydeco, and Cajun sounds blend to create a playlist as eclectic and vibrant as the celebration itself. Discover the genres that bring color and life to Mardi Gras, making every parade and party unforgettable. The New Orleans songs to get in the spirit of Carnival season! Playlist · New Orleans / Louisiana (Mardi Gras) music · 1793 items · 3.7K likes Louisiana Mardi Gras · Playlist · 71 songs · 1.9K likes Mardi gras music. Darryl Mackey. Playlist • 2025. 20 tracks • 1 hour, 9 minutes. Trail Ride Jigg. Arthur Young Trail Ride Jigg. 3:03. Party at The Trail Ride Louisiana Mardi Gras · Playlist · 229 songs · 7 likes Start with classics like "Go to the Mardi Gras" and "Carnival Time" to set the mood. Add infectious tracks like "Mardi Gras Mambo" and "Big Chief" to keep the energy high. Don't forget the unique sounds of Mardi Gras Indian music, featuring lively percussion and call-and-response that connects you to the culture. Modern twists from brass bands Feb. 7 – Krotz Springs La Riviére Children’s Mardi Gras Parade & Chicken Chase; Feb. 8 – Lebeau Mardi Gras Festival & Parade at 1 p.m. Feb. 16 – Sunset Kidz Wagon Parade at noon; March 1 – Eunice Lil’ Mardi Gras Children’s Parade at 3 p.m. March 1 – Cankton Courir de Mardi Gras; March 4 – Eunice Courir de Mardi Gras & Chicken Run La Riviére Children’s Mardi Gras Parade & Chicken Chase. Feb. 7 at 6 p.m. Krotz Springs. Lebeau Mardi Gras Festival & Parade. Feb. 8 at 1 p.m. Lebeau. Sunset Kidz Wagon Parade. Feb. 16 at 10 a.m. Sunset. Eunice Lil’ Mardi Gras. March 1 at 3 p.m. Eunice. Opelousas Imperial Mardi Gras Parade. March 4 at 11 a.m. Opelousas. Courir de Mardi Rooted in French medieval history and brought to Louisiana in the 19th century, Courir de Mardi Gras has many rituals that come together in a celebration on Fat Tuesday. It's commonly referred to as "the real Mardi Gras." The main event in a Cajun Country Mardi Gras is the traditional courir or “run” led by the capitaine of the Mardi Gras Get psyched for Fat Tuesday with over 2 hours of great Mardi Gras music. Celebrate with Classic Dixiland Jazz from NOLA! Fat Tuesday in the Big Easy. Second Known as the "King of Carnival," Rex is responsible for the official Mardi Gras colors — purple, green and gold — and is one of the most prestigious krewes in New Orleans. The Krewe of Zulu marched in Mardi Gras as early as 1901 and offers one of the most sought-after Mardi Gras throws — the Zulu coconut or the “Golden Nugget.” The Eunice, S 2nd St, Eunice, LA 70535, USA. Traditional horse and trailer Mardi Gras Parade . Share. Last Name * Email * Comment * Phone. Send. @2024 Eunice Cajun 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 Louisiana Zydeco & Mardi Gras Music How did Mardi Gras get it's start? Mardi Gras has been called the biggest party on the planet and seeing how it originated in Europe and is still celebrated there as well as in North and South America, it just might be the biggest party ever! While Mardi Gras is known for a certain level of debauchery, it finds its roots in Christianity.
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