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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. 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. During Mardi Gras celebrations, you'll hear a whole mish-mash of party music and other genres. 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. 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 traditions of Mardi Gras are a huge part of New Orleans' cultural identity. Hear five artists whose music you might find playing on the streets of the Crescent City during Mardi Gras. 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. Browse the top mardi gras artists to find new music. Scrobble songs to get recommendations on tracks you'll love. The Mardi Gras Indians started their journey in the late 1800s and pulled much of their influence from their Native American comrades. Whether they're Wild Tchoupitoulas or Wild Magnolia, the music of the Mardi Gras Indians represents strength and long-rooted tradition and is as vital a part of Mardi Gras music history as the music of brass bands. 70 Songs For Your Mardi Gras Playlist. Traditional Mardi Gras Classics. Mardi Gras Mambo by The Hawketts The ultimate Mardi Gras anthem. 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 Mardi Gras music is a reflection of southwestern Louisiana — a cultural pocket of African American, European and Caribbean traditions — and occupies a deeply influential space in American music. If you can’t get to New Orleans for a walking cocktail today, celebrate Mardi Gras wherever you are with some of the state’s most evocative players and their songs. Listen to your favorite songs from Mardi Gras Parade Music from New Orleans by VARIOUS ARTISTS Now. Stream ad-free with Amazon Music Unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. After Louis Armstrong reigned as King Zulu in 1949, musicians began writing music specifically for and about Mardi Gras. These early songs paved the way for the sounds of Carnival for decades to come. Jim Wainwright Music Jim has played acoustic guitar along the Gulf Coast of Alabama, Mississippi and Florida for many years. He loves to play Restaurants, Parties, and Special Events.Jim plays a little bit of everything including Ballads, Country, Beach music, Blues, etc. Playing and singing modern music and vintage music from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s. March 4: Austin Mardi Gras All Stars at C-Boy’s Heart & Soul Bar. Austin Mardi Gras All Stars in downtown South Congress includes John Speice, Jimmie Dreams and Paul Deemer. Based in Austin and El Paso, these jazz artists play music on instruments ranging from the drums to the trombone. At this 21-only bar, C-Boy’s Heart & Soul, the Kingsland held its 31st annual Mardi Gras celebration featuring more than 200 vendors and a parade with The festival started Friday with a free live performance by country music artist Matt Eighteen track collection featuring songs recorded from the 1930s up to the present. Tracks include Bourbon Street Parade - Topsy Chapman, Darktown Strutter's Ball - Ella Fitzgerald & Chick Webb Orchestra, Hot Time in the Old Town Tonight - Original Salty Dogs, Come to the Mardi Gras - Captain John Handy, That's Why I Like New Orleans - Doc Souchon & His Milneberg Boys. Kingsland Kicks Off the Festivities with the K-BAY Mardi Gras Festival. The Mardi Gras magic commences in Kingsland, just fifteen minutes from downtown St. Marys, with the K-BAY Mardi Gras Festival. This two-day festival on Friday, February 28th, and Saturday, March 1st, is a must-attend event for anyone looking to celebrate Mardi Gras. Listen to Ultimate Mardi Gras by Various Artists on Apple Music. 2008. 15 Songs. Duration: 1 hour, 11 minutes. February 26, 2008 15 Songs, 1 hour, 11 minutes Ultimate Mardi Gras, as the name implies, is an ultimate collection of over 1 hour of authentic Mardi Gras music from New Orleans. Released in 2001, 15 tracks. Released in 2001, 15 tracks. You may also like Consider them a Mardi Gras offering. Costumes Are Encouraged (and Sometimes Required) If you’re not in a wig, sequins, or at least a feather boa, are you even doing Mardi Gras right? And on Mardi Gras day wear a heavy coat, shorts, tank top and sneakers because the weather changes from winter wonderland to summer by noon.- Tamsy Kambi
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