2023 New Orleans Jazz And Heritage Festival: Weekend 1: Ed Sheeran Lizzo & Robert Plant - 3 Day Pass in New Orleans - Apr 28, 2023

Cyril Neville

1 concert

Cyril Neville, born in New Orleans, is the youngest of the Neville Brothers. Known for blending R&B with reggae, he gained fame with the Meters and solo hits like "Gossip." He founded NOMO and his own label, collaborated with Dylan, Buffett, and Nelson.

Steve Miller Band

1 concert

Steve Miller, born in San Francisco, is known for his psychedelic blues and pure pop hits like "Fly Like an Eagle" and "Rock'n Me." Famous for collaboration with icons like Muddy Waters and Buddy Guy, his music blends deep American roots and crisp pop hooks, sustaining wide acclaim and timeless appeal.

Leo Nocentelli

1 concert

Leo Nocentelli, New Orleans native and Meters guitarist, known for polyrhythmic styles spanning funk, jazz, blues, and rock. Wrote hits like "Cissy Strut." Worked with stars from Joe Cocker to Stevie Wonder. Released an archival solo album in 2021.

Randy Brecker

3 concerts

Born in Philadelphia, jazz trumpeter Randy Brecker starred in Horace Silver's group and co-founded the Brecker Brothers with hits like "Some Skunk Funk." Known for post-bop and fusion, he's worked across genres, earning multiple Grammys with albums like "Randy in Brasil." Collaborated extensively, including with James Brown, George Benson, and Lou Reed.

Jon Cleary

11 concerts

British blues pianist Jon Cleary, known for working with icons like Eric Clapton and Bonnie Raitt, thrived in New Orleans' music scene with his band Absolute Monster Gentlemen. Celebrated for integrating R&B, blues, and Latin influences.

Charlie Musselwhite

2 concerts

Charlie Musselwhite and Ben Harper, introduced by John Lee Hooker, collaborated on the Grammy-winning blues album "Get Up!" and the soul-stirring "No Mercy In This Land." Their music showcases deep emotional and virtuosic blues.

Lost Bayou Ramblers

3 concerts

Cajun band Lost Bayou Ramblers, known for a progressive style, have 8 albums and a Grammy nod. Known for scoring "Beasts of the Southern Wild," they've also collaborated with Arcade Fire and Jack White.

Sonny Landreth

9 concerts

Sonny Landreth, Louisiana slide guitar icon, known for the Grammy-nominated 'Recorded Live In Lafayette', wins at Blues Music Awards. Famous for electric & acoustic styles, collaborated with producer RS Field.

Angelique Kidjo

10 concerts

Born in Benin, Angélique Kidjo is a Grammy-winning singer known for her multilingual music, blending Afrobeat, pop, jazz, and reggae. Famous for hits like "Agolo," she collaborates widely, notably with Peter Gabriel and Alicia Keys. She also tackles global issues, acting as a UNICEF ambassador and supporting education for girls in West Africa through her Batonga Foundation.

Terrance Simien

1 concert

Terrance Simien, born in Eunice, LA, is a key Zydeco vocalist and accordionist known for mixing R&B, funk, gospel, and reggae. Collaborated with Paul Simon and featured in "The Big Easy."

Honey Island Swamp Band

1 concert

Formed by Hurricane Katrina evacuees in San Francisco, Honey Island Swamp Band blends blues, soul, and R&B with New Orleans rhythms. Known for "bayou Americana," key albums include "Cane Sugar" and "Demolition Day."

Mavis Staples

4 concerts

Mavis Staples & Levon Helm starred in 'The Last Waltz' 1976, known for "The Weight". Helm, post-cancer, won 3 GRAMMYs. Both icons revered in American music.

Tedeschi Trucks Band

49 concerts

Tedeschi Trucks Band, led by Derek Trucks & Susan Tedeschi, excels in roots rock with hits like "Revelator," Grammy-winning debut. Known for thrilling live shows globally, they've collaborated with Trey Anastasio.

Ed Sheeran

34 concerts

Ed Sheeran, born in Halifax, blends folk, hip-hop, pop, and rock. Hits include "Shape of You," "The A Team." Albums like +, x, ÷ topped charts globally. Notable collaborations in 2019's No. 6 Project and 2023’s -.

The Revivalists

5 concerts

The Revivalists, an 8-piece rock band known for soulful alt-rock anthems like the double-platinum "Wish I Knew You," boast multiplatinum sales, 800M+ streams, and are famed for their live performances and charity work through Rev Causes.

Ivan Neville

2 concerts

Ivan Neville, from New Orleans, channels the city's spirit in his funk band Dumpstaphunk and through gigs with stars like Keith Richards. A Neville legacy member, his music blends pop, soul, R&B, and jazz.

Tank and The Bangas

22 concerts

Tank and the Bangas, born from a New Orleans open-mic, won NPR's 2017 Tiny Desk Contest with "Quick." Known for vibrant live shows and a Grammy nod in 2020, they've played Coachella and collaborated with artists like Wayne Brady and ?uestlove.

Dumpstaphunk

12 concerts

New Orleans-based Dumpstaphunk, known for vibrant funk-fusion, has performed with legends like Carlos Santana and Bob Weir. Building on the Neville legacy, they shine in live shows and recorded 4 albums.

Los Lobos

18 concerts

Los Lobos, formed in East L.A. in 1973, mixes rock, blues, Tex-Mex, and folk. Notable for "La Bamba," they embraced diverse sounds from Mexican folk to punk-influenced rock. Known for generations-spanning appeal and Grammy-nominated album Native Sons.

Christone "Kingfish" Ingram

27 concerts

Grammy-winning blues guitarist & singer Christone “Kingfish” Ingram from Clarksdale, MS, is known for his intense performances. He's toured with Buddy Guy & won 10 Blues Music Awards. Rolling Stone praised his eclectic guitar style.

The Dirty Dozen Brass Band

5 concerts

Founded in 1977, New Orleans' Dirty Dozen Brass Band blends Bebop Jazz, Funk, & R&B/Soul into a unique "musical gumbo." Grammy winners, toured 5 continents, collaborated with artists like Norah Jones.

Gary Clark Jr.

36 concerts

Austin-born Gary Clark, Jr. merges blues-rock with funk, hip-hop, and African influences. Known for hits like "This Land," he's won Grammys, collaborated with Alicia Keys and Foo Fighters.

Big Freedia

1 concert

New Orleans-born Big Freedia, Queen Diva of bounce music, achieved mainstream success with hits like "Booty-Whop." Starred in reality shows, featured on tracks with Beyoncé, Drake, and acted as a bounce ambassador. Notable for her high-energy LGBTQ+ anthems and advocacy.

The Soul Rebels

9 concerts

The Soul Rebels, a New Orleans brass band, blend funk, soul, hip hop, and jazz. Known for electrifying shows and collaborations with Nas, Metallica, Katy Perry, and more. Featured on NPR and Stephen Colbert's show. Tour extensively worldwide.

Nicholas Payton

3 concerts

New Orleans-born Nicholas Payton, acclaimed for blending jazz, hip-hop, R&B with trumpeting skills. Grammy winner known for "Gumbo Nouveau," "Afro-Caribbean Mixtape," and collaborations with Doc Cheatham and Christian McBride. Creator of Black American Music (BAM).

MonoNeon

1 concert

MonoNeon from Memphis, TN, is a bassist and singer-songwriter known for his experimental style. He collaborated with Prince and was the last bassist Prince hired.

Jazmine Sullivan

2 concerts

Philadelphia-born R&B singer Jazmine Sullivan, known for hits like "Need U Bad," and albums "Fearless" & "Reality Show," has earned multiple Grammy nods. Famous for blending traditional and contemporary R&B, she has also collaborated with artists like Missy Elliott and PJ Morton.

Jamie Cullum

26 concerts

Jamie Cullum, famed for 'Twentysomething' & 'Catch Up Tales', has sold 10M albums & amassed 890M streams globally. Winner of an Ivor Novello, he's collaborated with Herbie Hancock, Pharrell, & Kendrick Lamar. Known for his BBC Radio 2 show & dynamic live performances.

Rebirth Brass Band

22 concerts

Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band, rooted in New Orleans' brass tradition, blends funk, jazz, and hip-hop. Known for hits like "When the Saints Go Marching In," they've featured on albums by Trombone Shorty and John Fogerty, and appeared in HBO's Treme.

Allison Russell

21 concerts

Grammy winner Allison Russell, a self-taught artist known for singles like "Eve Was Black," blends music with activism. Honored with multiple awards including the Juno and Americana, she performs with the Rainbow Coalition Band, promoting inclusivity.

Robert Plant

14 concerts

Robert Plant, Led Zeppelin star and solo artist, is a Grammy winner and Rock Hall inductee. Known for global musical influences, he has collaborated with stars like Phil Collins and Alison Krauss.

Alison Krauss

78 concerts

Alison Krauss, born in Champaign, IL, is a celebrated fiddler and singer blending bluegrass, folk, and country. Known for "Now That I've Found You" and collaborations with Robert Plant, her work on soundtracks like "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" further fueled her acclaim, securing multiple Grammys and mainstream success.

Samantha Fish

24 concerts

Samantha Fish, a rising star from Kansas City, is praised for her innovative blues style, powerful performances, and engaging guitar skills. With acclaimed albums and accolades, she's reinventing blues and collaborating with top artists.

Taj Mahal

1 concert

Born Henry St. Claire Fredericks in New York, blues legend Taj Mahal gained fame with his 1968 debut and collaborations with Ry Cooder and Keb' Mo'. His styles span blues, reggae, jazz, and world music. Known for hits like "Senor Blues," he’s a Grammy-winner with albums such as Get On Board and collaborations with Los Lobos and Toumani Diabaté.

Mdou Moctar

1 concert

Nigerien Mdou Moctar's "Funeral For Justice" is a ferocious album featuring louder, political tracks about Tuareg struggles. Known for his iconic guitar solos, Moctar delivers unfiltered, passionate music.