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Second only to the Grand Ole Opry, many claim the Louisiana Hayride was the most successful stage in music history. Though few would dispute the claim that Nashville and its Grand Ole Opry are the epicenter of country music, some might be…
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Why is it called a GRAMMY®? A New Orleans secretary won the contest to name music’s top prize. Should you ever doubt Louisiana’s undeniable contribution to the world of music, remember that even the GRAMMY ® got its name thanks to someone from…
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Explore the diverse list of Louisiana natives and current or former Louisiana residents who have won a prestigious GRAMMY® Award. To understand Louisiana's rich musical legacy, look to generations of talented Cajun and Creole artists. Their…
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With more than 400 fairs and festivals scheduled annually around the state, consider Louisiana the "Festival Capital of the World." Make a trip to celebrate some of our favorite things here in Louisiana — food, music and culture. Here’s just a…
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If rich history and world-acclaimed cuisine are Louisiana's heart, music is its soul. One of the many reasons Louisiana is so great is that music is everywhere. You can find it spilling from notable venues and nightclubs or resonating in…
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Discover the history of the New Orleans Mardi Gras Indians. On Mardi Gras, you’ll often hear “Here comes Zulu!” or challenges of “Humba!” While the Zulu Social Aid & Pleasure Club and the Mardi Gras Indians differ in many respects, they both…
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Discover the cultural legacy and talent behind the Cajun music scene of Louisiana. Dive into the heart of southwest Louisiana's musical soul — Cajun music is a vibrant tapestry of Acadian ballads, syncopated fiddle and accordion rhythms infused…
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Louisiana rocks, and I'm not just talking about the clubs and festivals. You have to experience a sunset on the bayou. Louisiana is so inspiring. If everybody could see a sunset on the bayou, maybe we would get the support we need to save the…
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Louisiana celebrates Black history across the state, all year long. From Martin Luther King Jr. Day to Mardi Gras parades and cultural festivals, there's no shortage of ways to honor those who have influenced Louisiana through music, food and…
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It's the birthplace of America's only indigenous art form—jazz—but Louisiana also is home to a host of musical styles ranging from country, gospel and blues to hip hop, rockabilly and rock 'n' roll. We enjoy an embarrassment of riches in musical…