Congo Square rhythms festival is young, but roots of its music, culture stretch back centuries #NOLA http://nola.tw/KU
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Congo Square rhythms festival is young, but roots of its music, culture stretch back centuries #NOLA http://nola.tw/KU
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by blueorleansradio · Published 06/03/2012 · Last modified 06/05/2012
by blueorleansradio · Published 06/03/2012 · Last modified 06/05/2012
by blueorleansradio · Published 06/05/2012
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1969 - Alcide 'Slow Drag' Pavageau, guitarist and bassist of traditional jazz from New Orleans passed away on this day. 'Slow Drag' played bass with legends Bunk Johnson and George Lewis in the 40's and 50's. He is said to be the nephew of the authentic voodoo queen, Marie Laveau. |