Minneapolis and New Orleans are connected by more than the mighty Mississippi: these river cities’ musical histories are interconnected. The Dakota has presented the past, present, and future of New Orleans and greater Louisiana over the years. We’re excited to bring an entire weekend of NOLA to the Dakota!
“the new face of post-Katrina New Orleans…He sanctifies, electrifies, hellafies. If you weren’t dancing at this show you were dead.” – Houston Press
One of the most energetic performers in Louisiana, trombonist/vocalist Glen David Andrews has stolen the show at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival for several years. His infectious gospel-fused blend of funk, soul, brass band music, and pop will have you dancing in no time. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
“These guys are a street party celebrating New Orleans waiting to happen in every song.” – Seattle PI
The Rebirth Brass Band have been at the forefront of the brass band revival that they helped kick off almost 30 years ago. Formed by the Frazier brothers, Phil and Keith, along with Kermit Ruffins in 1983, The Rebirth Brass band has gone from playing on corners in the French Quarter to selling out concert halls across the world and appearing in David Simon’s HBO hit “Tremé.
“Cha Wa” is a slang phrase used by every Mardi Gras indian tribe, meaning “We’re comin’ for ya” – and this band is definitely comin’ for ya!” Their red-hot combination of two of New Orleans’ best traditions, Mardi Gras Indians and street level funk music. Cha Wa combines deep funk, percussive polyrhythms, and a mix of singing and Mardi Gras Indian chanting. All of these elements fuse into an intoxicating, hypnotic blend of culture that could only come out of the Crescent City. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
“These are 2 of the hottest New Orleans born & raised premiere street funk party bands going & rollin’ as we dancingly traipse into the 21st century. ” Read More at the Timmy The Freak Blog!
PreFreak: Rebirth Brass Band, Cha Wa @ the Dakota 8-13-16 Mpls