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by blueorleansradio · 03/03/2014

Lundi Gras

Lundi Gras festivals, celebrations, and parades, plus more things to do in #NOLA Monday http://nola.tw/Q5

Louisiana Today

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1904 - Frank 'Red' Mackie was born on this day. Traditional jazz bassist, guitarist and pianist from New Orleans, Louisiana. 'Red' began playing at the young age of twelve, and was the brother of jazz cornetist, 'Dick' Mackie. 'Red' was one of the original 'Invincibles' and 'New Orleans Owls'. He also recorded with the 'Six and 7/8 String Band'. He died in New Orleans on August 11, 1969.