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Go to the Mardi Gras—Professor Longhair “Go to the Mardi Gras,” first recorded in 1949, by Roy “Baldhead” Byrd, also known as Professor Longhair. The definitive version was recorded in 1959 for the Ron label. Some say it’s the most popular Carnival record ever made. Fats Domino recorded it in 1956. We love the whistling. Sample lyric: Whether you’re dancing in the streets of the French Quarter or throwing your own Mardi Gras party at home, one thing’s for sure—you need the perfect Mardi Gras playlist to keep the party going. During Mardi Gras celebrations, you'll hear a whole mish-mash of party music and other genres. 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. 8) Big Chief Professor Longhair. 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 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. 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. 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. So to help you celebrate the holiday, we've compiled 10 of our favorite Mardi Gras songs. We hope they put you in the carnival spirit! 1. "Carnival Time" - Al Johnson. Al "Carnival Time" Johnson (born June 20, 1939, in New Orleans, Louisiana) is an American singer and piano player who literally got his nickname because of this iconic Mardi Gras Discover the genres that bring color and life to Mardi Gras, making every parade and party unforgettable. The Ultimate Mardi Gras Playlist. From timeless classics to the brass band beats and contemporary hits, this section is the heart of our guide. We’ve meticulously curated 70 songs that capture the spirit of Mardi Gras. Popular Mardi Gras Songs Mardi Gras songs pulse with the energy and spirit of celebration, making them essential to the vibrant festivities in New Orleans. Classic tracks like "Go to the Mardi Gras" by Professor Longhair and "Carnival Time" by Al Johnson set the tone for the season. There are many traditions associated with Mardi Gras, but one of the most popular is to listen to music. There are many songs that can be considered good Mardi Gras songs, but some of the most popular include “Iko Iko” by The Dixie Cups, “Mardi Gras in New Orleans” by Professor Longhair, and “Jock-A-Mo” by James “Sugarboy Listen to Fat Tuesday: 50 Essential Songs for a Mardi Gras Party on Spotify · Compilation · Various Artists · 2012 · 50 songs New Orleans songs to get in the spirit of Carnival season! 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 Here are my eight favorite Mardi Gras songs: 8. “Carnival Time” (Al Johnson) Earl King, New Orleans’s best-ever songwriter, wrote this about the head of a Mardi Gras Indian tribe, and Mardi Gras is a broad mix of traditional Dixieland jazz, Cajun & Zydeco music, plus modern New Orleans funk and R&B. Put on your beads and celebrate Fat Tuesday in style! Go To The Mardi Gras Professor Longhair Some say this the most popular Carnival record ever made. Fats Domino recorded it in 1956. We love the whistling. Sample lyric: While you stroll in New Orleans You ought to go see the Mardi Gras If you go to New Orleans You ought to go see the Mardi Gras When you see the Mardi Gras Mardi Gras Mambo The One of the most popular songs associated with Mardi Gras is “Hey Pocky Way.” “Hey Pocky Way” is a song that was originally recorded by the New Orleans-based band The Meters in 1969. The song quickly became a Mardi Gras standard, and has been performed by many different artists over the years. Listen to the Mardi Gras Essentials playlist on Apple Music. 98 Songs. Duration: 6 hours, 32 minutes. Early on Mardi Gras Day, down in the Ninth Ward occurs one of Mardi Gras's most eclectic events, the appearance of the various Black Native American tribes. Just as the song says, Claiborne and Dumaine is a hot spot for the Mardi Gras Native Americans, who have divided themselves into distinct tribes, based primarily on the closely-knit
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