Here is an interesting artist that's new to me, and I wanted to share his music.



Jon Batiste is a musician Rok just introduced me to. From the first notes he played, I knew he was from Louisiana, with out knowing anything else about him.


Here's his bio https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jon_Batiste


This is the tune Rok submitted;


      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCC1EEmJlo4


It was one I will eagerly add to my collection. I thought I would share this with other music lovers seeking new artists.
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For NOLA music royalty like Allen Toussaint, Dr John, Art Neville and Liinel Baptiste they have multiple second lines all over the city at different times. They had 2 for Art Neville last Friday after a few more earlier in the week. One of the largest second lines we had was for David Bowie after he died. That one was lead by Win  Butler of Arcade Fire. 
So many wonderful you tube clips have been linked here. This thread should serve as a model for others to come. Sure beats the typical sniping and in-fighting so common today.

Rather than post another clip (which I don't know how to do anyway) I would direct your attention to the album "Classified" remixed and expanded by James Booker. Enigma that he was, he stands out in a sea of uniquely talented NO pianists. His style is effortless and his command of the instrument is total. He was instrumental:) in the training and development of Harry Connick Jr.

Rok, you hit the nail dead on the head about Nica.


I am so glad I started this thread; not long ago I would not have appreciated those clips you presented in regard to history, but now, I will delve as deep as I can into each little tid-bit.

Thanks!

Nikonnola, what impresses me the most about New Orleans is the love people from there have for their city; they even cling to the broke down neighborhoods. Another thing that's impressive is how many successful people, and musicians who live there; musicians especially, move to New York or LA when they got the cash.

Now, I'm getting into the unique culture and history of New Orleans as much as I am the music, and I appreciate your informative posts.