Bayou Bon Vivant Cajun Music, Food & Art Festival Norfolk Tickets - Town Point Park

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Better Than Ezra

12 concerts

Better Than Ezra, formed in 1988 by LSU students, blends '80s jangle pop with grunge. Known for "Good," they achieved platinum status in 1995. Hits like "In the Blood" and "King of New Orleans" followed. They moved from major to indie labels, collaborating with Tony Hoffer. Celebrated anniversaries with reissues and continue to tour and record.

Tank and The Bangas

1 concert

Tank and the Bangas, from New Orleans, blend quirky raps, poetry, and rich melodies. They gained fame after winning the NPR Tiny Desk Contest in 2017. Known for viral performances praised by artists like Miguel and Anthony Hamilton, they collaborate with producers like James Poyser and Robert Glasper. Their distinct style shines in the album "The Heart, The Mind, and The Soul."

Big Sam's Funky Nation

1 concert

Big Sam’s Funky Nation, from New Orleans, blends funk, jazz, rock, and hip-hop into explosive live shows. Known for Southern charm, they’re a unique Mardi Gras musical treasure.

Bonerama

1 concert

New Orleans brass-rock OGs (formed 1998): trombone-fronted Bonerama. NPR “force of nature,” Rolling Stone fave. Hits: Bonerama Plays Zeppelin, “Empty World” ft. Michael McDonald.

Billy Iuso

1 concert

New York-born Billy Iuso founded jam-funk band Brides of Jesus, toured with top jam bands, and settled in New Orleans, leading Billy Iuso and Restless Natives with 11 albums.

Amanda Shaw

2 concerts

New Orleans-born fiddler Amanda Shaw blends Cajun, jazz, blues, and rock. A Rounder Records artist, she's a Big Easy Award winner and Louisiana Music Hall of Famer.