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New Orleans's Upbeat Academy Foundation continues to empower young musicians during the coronavirus pandemic It is said that history is written by the victors. However, it is the early victors who get written about first in the history books.
[Upbeat Academy Foundation] Thinking back to my formative history...

Russell Doussan, former president of Live Nation New Orleans, just announced the launch of Doussan Music Group, also known as DMG, which is a live events promoter group. The DMG staff includes seasoned music industry veterans in ticketing, accounting, booking, marketing, production, and VIP sales. Doussan's expertise in the concert...

The pandemic has temporarily terminated in-person gatherings and has made people move to virtual and online settings. While some people have found the transition relatively easy and comfortable, others have been struggling. In particular, the music industry, including musicians and music industry workers, has taken a huge toll with the...

As the city of New Orleans moves to Phase 3, and many of its residents are in the process of receiving vaccinations, it is only logical for people to imagine what the light at the end of the COVID tunnel will look like. Members of the live music community are warming up their instruments and are ready to come back stronger than ever,...

In the summer of 2020, Where Y'at interviewed Cowboy Mouth to see how the band was doing in the midst of the pandemic. COVID regulations were still strict and restraining, but Cowboy Mouth tried to remain active and engaged with fans through the Internet. In a follow-up interview with Fred LeBlanc, drummer and vocalist for Cowboy Mouth...

The first-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic has officially passed and, in the United States, it has been a very difficult year for many cities and their residents. New Orleans is amongst those cities experiencing extreme grief due to the absence of live music and the limitations on our food establishments. The culture of this town...