LINEUP IS OUT!!!!!!!

[Corona]

Lineup is out....the board looks weird....I feel like I've moved into an alternate universe.....
Not sure how I feel about the lineup yet, trying to get over no Widespread Panic. ABB is playing though!!! Wahooooooooo!!!!!!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Awesome lineup!!! Allman Brothers.. Yes!!!

[Corona]

Let me correct that....the lineup is fantastic...the BNA's for this year are not really my bag cept for ABB. Time to find some more bands that I never knew I loved :)

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

1st Weekend Lucky Peterson! Yes!!!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Zachary Richard is back! I need a Zack Zack Zack Attack!

[peteup]

And Pete Fountain...imagine that. And Ivan's coming and so is Charmaine. And Van...will it be a clanger or sublime? Well, I'll be there front and centre to find out!

[kindbits]

Steely Dan........ NICE! Allman Bros, always a treat too. Joss Stone.... I can go on and on.

Can't wait!!

[Corona]

I know!!! It's crazy! I just printed out both weekends and started highlighting....holy crap!!!! Coco Robicheaux made the cut!! Wahoooooo!!! No Bo Dollis though....guess he's not doing so well :(
Man, this is gonna be sooooooo good!!!!!!!!!!!

[Festering]

Finally, a year in which I don't gots to pick one weekend over another. Good thing, too, cuz it looks like a very tough choice, though if I were in that unenviable position, I'd pick numero uno.

I'm READY!

-dan

[ozzie]

Would have liked to see Joss... she'll be back!

[peteup]

First weekend is looking really good Oz.

[BigDag]

The line-up is AWESOME! My God! I need the cubes now! FOMS! Arrgggghhh!

[Corona]

Jazz Vipers AND Coco Robicheaux are BACK in the game! Wahoooooooo!!!!! Wondering where we're gonna find Joe Krown this year....no Organ Combo but I know I'll see him somewhere :) This is just great. Way to go for the Vipers and Coco!!!

[mwgirlonherown]

Lineup is out....the board looks weird....I feel like I've moved into an alternate universe.....
Not sure how I feel about the lineup yet, trying to get over no Widespread Panic. ABB is playing though!!! Wahooooooooo!!!!!!

Lineup is great. Irma's playing a doubleheader.

I think I'm going to start packing this weekend.

[csoul]

Good, Lord!! I haven't even had my coffee yet!!! I was expecting it to be out at noon.??? Need some time, and java, to digest it all. My first hunch is that I'm gonna' wish I was coming 1st weekend instead of second. I did notice how quickly I skipped over the BNA's to see who else was gonna' be there. That's a first for me. Time for some coffee and lettin' it all sink in.

[Festngator]

Seems most are veiwing this tread.Jill scott and Norah jones.OMG great lineup both weekends

[ozzie]

Do the 'names' generally do clubs as well? Would love to see Norah at a club.

[pokerchick66]

Oh. My. God!! Wowwwwww, I can't believe how AWESOME the lineup is this year. I am soooooooooo coming both weekends and I LOVE almost every single one of the BNA's. My gosh, it reads like an awards show or something. And I already know I'm gonna be having some serious FOMS cuz I know I'm gonna have to miss one of the BNA's. I can't believe. This IS Christmas! I can't believe they got Van Morrison! And Norah Jones, Jill Scott, Bonnie Raitt, Jerry Lee Lewis, George Thoroughgood (saw him; he's great!)

And the second weekend . . . WOW! Harry, Steely Dan Omigod!, ZZTop!, Joss Stone and of course, Ingrid. :)

I'm in heaven. This is their best lineup EVER! Thank you, thank you, thank you to whoever put this lineup together. You have outdone yourself. Truly. I'm giddy over here. Bless you. :D

[saturn]

Jazz Vipers AND Coco Robicheaux are BACK in the game! Wahoooooooo!!!!! Wondering where we're gonna find Joe Krown this year....no Organ Combo but I know I'll see him somewhere :) This is just great. Way to go for the Vipers and Coco!!!

Yeah, on Coco Robicheaux -- and Jon Cleary!

[NeenAtlanta]

Wow - what a great lineup. I'm going first weekend, and so glad too. Quite a few acts that I haven't seen live before:

- Van Morrison
- Jerry Lee Lewis
- Pharoah Sanders
- George Thorogood (should be a hoot)
- Richie Havens

Great stuff for the jazz tent too, some I've seen but will definitely check out:
- Arturo Sandoval
- Mose Allison
- Irvan Mayfield
- Lucky Peterson
- Astral Project

And lots of New Orleans favorites. Even CJ Chenier - which usually means Shamat dancing out front!

Although I would have loved to see ZZ Top at fest - what a riot! Hey, maybe if they get scheduled Friday night I can change my tickets to stay an extra day.

[csoul]

Can I just say.....Harry Connick, Jr....mmmmmm. Look at those eyes...and all the rest, too. I'm not gonna' mind lookin' at that on the home page for the next 3 months...not 1 bit....;>

[sophisticated sissy]

Had my fingers crossed for J.J & Eric, but like Aurora, a character portrayed by Shirley McClaine in Terms Of Endearment, sez: fanfu*kingtastic!!!

I hope I finally get my chance to get ahold of those Z.Z. Tops dudes, get 'em down and braid their beards!:) ;)

[ETinCali]

Awesome lineup!!! Allman Brothers.. Yes!!!

Yep...loving that one!!!

[mendelj2]

ZZ top was my first show ever - when I was 8 or 9 - can't wait to see them again - and Allmans are my fav! (Hoping that means Derek trucks Band and Susan Tedeschi will be kicking around too), pumped to see Joss Stone and so many others...

First weekend looks amazing too - really bummed about missing Soulive - they are my new favorite! But I really can't complain at all... great work festydave and everyone who put the schedule together!

[kindbits]

Just knowing how much Eric Krasno enjoys collaborating with other musicians and making the rounds as "special guest", I wouldn't be surprised to see Soulive stick around for a club show or 2 in the "daze between". Or maybe that's just wishful thinking on my part!!!!!!

[NOLA]

ZZ top was my first show ever

Me too - in 1977. I've managed to see them about once every 10 years since then, so this will be a real treat for me. Fandango!

Rest of the lineup looks great too. I was not expecting it this early so I almost spewed my coffee when the first thing I saw was ZZ Top's picture pop up on my screen. Can't wait can't wait can't wait....

[ac_deadhead]

allman brothers band!!! yipeee!!! and ZZ top!!! some 2nd weekend southern rock, eh? spectacular!

and, for those worried jon cleary wouldn't make it due to the bonnie raitt tour... he's just bringing her along with!

[sophisticated sissy]

Can I just say.....Harry Connick, Jr....mmmmmm. Look at those eyes...and all the rest, too. I'm not gonna' mind lookin' at that on the home page for the next 3 months...not 1 bit....;>

Me neither!

Those eyes,
Those lips,
Those nose!

[hogan20a]

Like the lineup, but what do people think about the attendence? There are really not as many big names as last year, Buffett, Dylan DMB draw a lot of people, wonder how many these names will.

Im actually glad of all this, maybe less crowds, but worried JazzFest wont make as much money.

What do we think?

[pokerchick66]

Yeah, on Coco Robicheaux -- and Jon Cleary!

Saturn, and Van Morrison! Wasn't he on your wish list?

[NeenAtlanta]

For those who like to grid OBSESSIVELY like I do . . .here are the lineups in column order, for easy pasting into a spreadsheet like Excel.

FIRST WEEKEND

Dr. John
Rod Stewart
Van Morrison
Norah Jones
Brad Paisley
Jill Scott
Irma Thomas
Ludacris
Bonnie Raitt
Jerry Lee Lewis
Pharoah Sanders
Lucinda Williams
Calexico
Soulive
Rebirth Brass Band
Richie Havens
Johnny Rivers
George Thorogood & the Destroyers
Banda el Recodo
Bobby Jones & the Nashville Super Choir
Gillian Welch
T-Bone Burnett
Pete Fountain
Arturo Sandoval
The New Orleans Social Club
Percy Sledge
Mose Allison
Marcia Ball
Bishop Paul Morton & the Greater St. Stephens Mass Choir
Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers
James Carter
Dr. Lonnie Smith
Sonny Landreth
JJ Grey & MOFRO
Tab Benoit
Amanda Shaw
Davell Crawford
Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews & Orleans Avenue
Subdudes
Terence Blanchard
George Porter,Jr & The Running Pardners
Marva Wright
Zachary Richard avec Francis Cabrel
Jon Cleary & the Absolute Monster Gentlemen
Bobby Charles
Ba Cissoko of Guinea
Irvin Mayfield & the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra
Lucky Peterson
Bobby Lounge
Linda Hopkins
Bonerama
Eddie Bo
Shannon McNally
Rockin' Dopsie Jr. & the Zydeco Twisters
Henry Butler
Alexa Ray Joel
Kirk Joseph's Backyard Groove
Dirty Jerdy
Geno Delafose & French Rockin' Boogie
Pine Leaf Boys
Lafayette Rhythm Devils
Astral Project
Bob French & the Original Tuxedo Jazz Band
The Crescent City Allstars feat. James Andrews
Les Amazones of Guinea
Lady Tambourine
James Rivers Movement
Charmaine Neville Band
Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys
Leviticus Gospel Singers
Charles Jackson & the Jackson Travelers
Mari Watanabe
Andrew Hall's Society Brass Band
Leroy Jones & New Orleans' Finest
Some Like It Hot
Heritage Hall Band with Jewel Brown
Second Line til' you Drop featuring the music of Paul Barbarin
Michael Ward
Phillip Manuel
Rob Wagner Trio
Groove Academy
Ray Abshire
Bonsoir Catin
Burnside Exploration
Mem Shannon & the Membership
Rockie Charles
John Rankin
Imagination Movers
Kenny Bill Stinson & the Ark-LA-Mystics
Patrice Fisher & Arpa with guests Marcelo Cotarelli & members of the Ilhabela Big Band of Brazil
New Orleans Klezmer Allstars
C.J. Chenier & the Red Hot Louisiana Band
VisionQuest Chorale of Dillard University
Second Nazarine Gospel Choir
Crown Seekers
Higher Dimensions of Praise
Zulu Gospel Male Ensemble
Local International Allstars
New Leviathan Oriental Foxtrot Orchestra
Gregg Stafford & the Young Tuxedo Brass Band
Dukes of Dixieland
George French
Jean Knight & Knights' of Rhythm
Rosie Ledet & the Zydeco Playboys
Maggie Warwick & the Louisiana Hayride Band
Jesse McBride & the Next Generation
Xavier University Jazz Band
NewBirth Brass Band
Mahogany Brass Band
Theresa Andersson Group
Bluerunners
The Bingo! Show
Robert Lowery & Virgil Thrasher
Lil Ray Neal Blues Band
Guitar Slim, Jr.
Bruce Flett & the Bluebirds
Bamboula 2000
Henry Turner, Jr.
Fredy Omar con su Banda
Vivaz!
Topsy Chapman
The Johnson Extension
St. Joseph the Worker Gospel Choir
Rocks of Harmony
Val & Love Alive with the Dimensions of Faith
One A-Chord
Jo "Cool" Davis
Chris Clifton
Lars Edegran & the New Orleans Ragtime Orchestra
Hot Club of New Orleans
Kidd Jordan
Julliard Jazz Ensemble
Hot 8 Brass Band
Happy Talk Band
Grayson Capps & the Stumpknockers
Bryan Lee & the Blues Power Band
Reggie Hall & the Twilighters feat. Lady Bee
Big Al Carson
Li'l Freddie King Blues Band
Swamp-Blues Summit with Lil' Buck Sinegal and Rudy Richard
Don Rich
Judy Spellman
Panorama Jazz Band
AsheSon
Beyond Measure
McDonogh #35
Wimberly Family
Shades of Praise Choir
Lyle Henderson
Single Ladies
Nine Time Men and New Look SAPCs
Olympia Aid - YMO
Big Nine
Bon Temps Roulez and Popular Ladies SAPCs
Furious Five
Untouchables and Dumaine Gang SAPCs
Tulane Jazz Ensemble
SUBR Jazz Ensemble
NOCCA Jazz Ensemble
New Orleans Modified Drum Circle
Monsieur No of France
David & Roselyn
Mount Pilgrim & Morning Star Youth Mass Choir
Javier Juarez
Johnette Downing
The RRAAMS Drum and Dance
Basin Street Sheiks
Palmetto Puppet Theater
Black Seminoles and Carrollton Hunters Mardi Gras Indians
Big Chief Peppy & the Golden Arrows
Golden Star Hunters and the Red White & Blue Mardi Gras Indians
Yellow Jackets and Creole Wild West Mardi Gras Indians

[NeenAtlanta]

SECOND WEEKEND

Harry Connick Jr.
Steely Dan
ZZ Top
John Legend
Allen Toussaint
Counting Crows
New Edition
George Benson
Gilberto Santa Rosa
Allman Brothers Band
Better Than Ezra
Joss Stone
Stephen Marley featuring Jr. Gong
Taj Mahal
Cowboy Mouth
Branford Marsalis
Dottie Peoples
Tony Joe White
Roy Hargrove
Galactic
The Holmes Brothers
The Radiators
Chuck Leavell
Irma Thomas' Tribute to Mahalia Jackson
Clarence "Frogman" Henry
Elder Baab & the Madison Bumble Bees of Winnsboro
The Dixie Cups
Anders Osborne
Nicholas Payton
John Mooney & Bluesiana
Darrell McFadden
Snooks Eaglin
Preservation Hall Jazz Band
The Dirty Dozen Brass Band
Judith Owen
John Boutte
Franz Jackson
Lil' Band o' Gold
Luther Kent & Trickbag
Bob Wilber & the Soprano Summit tribute to Kenny Davern
Martha Redbone
Papa Grows Funk
BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet
Eric Lindell
World Saxophone Group
Danilo Perez
Walter "Wolfman" Washington
Deacon John
Ivan Neville
Ellis Marsalis
Donald Harrison
Joseph "Zigaboo" Modeliste
Big Sam's Funky Nation
Elysian Fieldz
The Iguanas
Buckwheat Zydeco
Terrance Simien
Danza feat. Evan Christopher & Tom McDermott
Jeremy Davenport
The Jazz Jam
The Woodshed feat. Roland Guerin and James Singleton
Poncho Chavis & Boozoo's Dog Hill Stompers
D.L. Menard
Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas
Sherman Washington & the Zion Harmonizers
Clive Wilson & the Original Camelia Jazz Band feat. Butch Thompson
Don Vappie & the Creole Jazz Serenaders
Sunpie & the Louisiana Sunspots with guest Al "Carnival Time" Johnson
Germaine Bazzle
Michael White & the Original Liberty Jazz Band feat. Thais Clark
Johnny Sketch & the Dirty Notes
Benjy Davis Project
Twangorama
Morning 40 Federation
Bruce Daigrepont Cajun Band
Kevin Gordon
Savoy-Doucet Cajun Band
The Revealers
Banu Gibson & New Orleans Hot Jazz
Higher Heights
Paulette Wright
Rumba Buena
Julio y Cesar Band
Wanda Rouzan & a Taste of New Orleans
John Lee & the Heralds of Christ
Coolie Family
Unstoppable Gospel Singers
Dynamic Smooth Family
Mount Hermon BC Choir
Gospel Inspirations of Boutte
June Gardner
Lionel Ferbos & the Palm Court Jazz Band
Mark Braud
Last Straws
Batiste Brothers Band
Herman Jackson
Lost Bayou Ramblers
Sharon Martin
Groovemasters
Smitty Dee's Brass Band
Creole Zydeco Farmers
Brian Jack & the Zydeco Gamblers
Goldman Thibodeaux & the Lawtell Playboys
Willis Prudhomme & Zydeco Express
Rotary Downs
Ernie Vincent
Jumpin' Johnny Sansone
Ingrid Lucia
Henry Gray & the Cats
Beth Patterson & Kalafka
Johnny Angel & the Swingin' Demons
Leah Chase
the Plowboys
Percussion Inc.
Michael Skinkus & Moyuba
Franklin Avenue BC Mass Choir
Melody Clouds
Providence BC Choir
Voices of Distinction
Treme Brass Band
New Orleans Jazz Vipers
Gov't Majik
Storyville Stompers Brass Band
Pinstripe Brass Band
J. Monque'D Blues Band
Washboard Chaz Blues Trio
Benny Grunch & the Bunch
Lil Nathan & Zydeco Big Timers
Betsy McGovern & the Poor Clares
Nouveau String Band
'007
Rick Trolsen & Gringo do Choro
Watson Memorial Teaching Ministries
Greater Antioch Full Gospel Choir
Tim Laughlin
New Orleans Spiritualettes
The Golden Wings
Chris Burke
Louis Ford with guest Barbara Shorts
Maurice Brown
Tornado Brass Band
Paulin Brothers Brass Band
Lady Sequence
New Generation and Lady Rollers SAPCs
Original CTC
Lady Buckjumpers and Undefeated Divas SAPCs
Big Seven
Westbank Steppers and Prince of Wales SAPCs
The UNO Louis Armstrong Jazz Quintet
Loyola University Jazz Ensemble
Heritage School of Music
Racines
Louis "Gearshift" Youngblood
Po' Henry & Tookie
Coco Robicheaux & Spiritland
Rufus "Rip" Wimberly & the Dreamers
Fi Yi Yi Mardi Gras Indians
New Orleans Mardi Gras Indian Rhythm Section
Chops Funky 7
Wild Apaches Mardi Gras Indians
Big Chief Monk Boudreaux & the Golden Eagles
Curtis Pierre Samba Man
Guyland Leday
Stax Music Academy Revue with Stephen Foster
Kayla Woodson
KidsmArt Performers
Jonno & the Cajun Experience
Guinoleros UAS of Culiacan Mexico
N'Kafu African Dance Ensemble

[Papins]

Rod Stewart?!?!?! What is this Soft-rock-less-talk Festival? Shit. Why not Celine Dion, Phil Collins, Elton John.

[NeenAtlanta]

The wider the variety of musicians means the wider the variety of attendees, which means more money for fest.

... Some of the older folks like my Mom who adores Rod Stewart, might decide to come just for that. (not that she is). It's a price deal compared to his concerts.

[saturn]

While I am personally not all that interested in Rod Stewart appearing, I don't get the dissing of the line-up within hours of it being posted. :mad:

There is lots of music for everyone. If you don't want to see someone, nobody is going to nail your feet to the ground at that stage.

Let's all just be enthusiastic about there being an enormous range of musical choices for us taking place in the city we love! :D

[Papins]

NeenAtlanta: Being a OCD as well, I thank you for the two lists

[NeenAtlanta]

You're welcome Papins, although I guess it should be OCG!

[BigDag]

I'll skip Rod Stewart too. I imagine it'll be easy to find someone else to listen to at that time. :)

But then, I don't mind that he's on the schedule. They really do have something for just about everybody this year.

[csoul]

I personally am glad, too. I can't even stand to be at the fairgrounds when DMB is playing. I love their music, but it is impossible to even move when they are there. I will miss Buffett, as I am a big Parrothead, but that's not why I show up for JF. I can catch him somewhere else. As for the crowds these names will draw, it will be interesting to see. Maybe that's part of the reason for the ticket price increase.?

[mendelj2]

Just an amazing lineup! - and the rod stewart thing just reminds me how shockingly good Lionel Richie was last year!

[nolalou]

.. and the Jazz Fest lineup is out already! (and tickets are already on sale!) This year I may treat myself to a Brass Pass for the 1st time.

Norah Jones, Joss Stone, Taj Majal, plus all the local acts.. can't wait.

Louis (in NOLA)

[csoul]

I personally am glad, too. I can't even stand to be at the fairgrounds when DMB is playing. I love their music, but it is impossible to even move when they are there. I will miss Buffett, as I am a big Parrothead, but that's not why I show up for JF. I can catch him somewhere else. As for the crowds these names will draw, it will be interesting to see. Maybe that's part of the reason for the ticket price increase.?

Ya'll just ignore me. I was trying to respond to a post on the last page about the fewer BNA's this year.....quite a few posts in between, though. Sorry!

[mendelj2]

Great quote in the press release too:

“Jazz Fest is an invitation to move your body and your soul,” said Quint Davis, producer/director of the event. “New Orleans is the best place in the world to listen to music and to sing and dance in an open and loving atmosphere, and this year we’re presenting more music than ever. As always Jazz Fest is going to give Festivalgoers the best opportunity to participate in this city’s powerful and joyful integration of culture and community.”

[NeenAtlanta]

Great quote in the press release too:

“Jazz Fest is an invitation to move your body and your soul,” said Quint Davis, producer/director of the event. “New Orleans is the best place in the world to listen to music and to sing and dance in an open and loving atmosphere, and this year we’re presenting more music than ever. As always Jazz Fest is going to give Festivalgoers the best opportunity to participate in this city’s powerful and joyful integration of culture and community.”

Very nice - one of the best descriptions of fest . . listen to music and to sing and dance in an open and loving atmosphere

[dank_bass]

Lineup is out....the board looks weird....I feel like I've moved into an alternate universe.....
Not sure how I feel about the lineup yet, trying to get over no Widespread Panic. ABB is playing though!!! Wahooooooooo!!!!!!

I'll trade in WP for Steely Dan, Van Morrison and The Allmans any day!!!

This is best lineup Ive ever seen !!!!!!!

So freaking psyched!!!

WHOOOOOO - HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!

[kindbits]

And let's not forget..... NEW EDITION! Is Bobby Brown gonna make an appearance? lol

[dank_bass]

Let me correct that....the lineup is fantastic...the BNA's for this year are not really my bag cept for ABB. Time to find some more bands that I never knew I loved :)

Do yourself a favor and check out Steely Dan Corona!!! BNA are all gravy anyway, being that I could do without them and be happy anyway, anything we do get is either 1) A Bonus or 2) a reason to avoid Acura for a day

This year they appear to be "1"'s

[BigDag]

I have never had the opportunity to see Steely Dan live. I wouldn't miss them at Jazzfest for anything or anybody!

[dank_bass]

Do the 'names' generally do clubs as well? Would love to see Norah at a club.

If the club can accomodate the artists crowd then sometimes ... The Bigger acts used to play the mid size theaters that are all not running currently.

However, you never know when your gonna get a surprise sit-in at a intimate club where youd never expect it - RE:PGF Closing Monday at the Mapleleaf last year AyyEEEEEEEE!!!

[dank_bass]

Like the lineup, but what do people think about the attendence? There are really not as many big names as last year, Buffett, Dylan DMB draw a lot of people, wonder how many these names will.

Im actually glad of all this, maybe less crowds, but worried JazzFest wont make as much money.

What do we think?

This lineup is more likely to attract the people that I wanna hang with, I'll tell you that much!!

Nothing against the previous years BNA's ... you dont think the Allmans will draw? Van Morrison? Steely Dan? These bands fans are rabid, AND the other big acts extend across MANY generations

I wouldnt worry one bit!!!!

[dank_bass]

I have never had the opportunity to see Steely Dan live. I wouldn't miss them at Jazzfest for anything or anybody!

Steely Dan Live is WAYYY BEYOND anything youve ever heard on records, Since its just Fagen, and Becker, they hand pick talent for each tour from the hottest players they can find, I am nearly CERTAIN they will have some NOLA in their mix!!

[Papins]

I checked here, went to the Ticketmaster website...maybe I missed it, but when do tickets go on sale?

[Mardigrasbaby35]

LIne up works for me .... although i think i got spoiled last year....couple of questions....New Edition ???? that's not the New Edition boy band from the 80s some sort of weird reunion, i'm thinking i must be missing something here, please educate me...

also, please please please Van Morrison, this time you play at Fest leave your ego at the door and actually TALK and INTERACT with the crowd when your on stage, we'll love you for it.

Rod Stewart, Allman Brothers, etc etc....it will due :D

Now, WHEN do the THREADHEAD Patry tickets go on sale???????

[Mardigrasbaby35]

I checked here, went to the Ticketmaster website...maybe I missed it, but when do tickets go on sale? Tickets are SUPPOSE to be on sale now......

[mightyradgumbo]

This lineup is more likely to attract the people that I wanna hang with, I'll tell you that much!!

Nothing against the previous years BNA's ... you dont think the Allmans will draw? Van Morrison? Steely Dan? These bands fans are rabid, AND the other big acts extend across MANY generations

I wouldnt worry one bit!!!!

In recent years, Dank, the Allmans and Van have both played the venue that I work at in the summer and ticket sales have not been what they used to be.
I, however, freakin' love all these acts and will be there for all those shows.
Wow, what a lineup-eclectic is an understatement.

[BigDag]

I checked here, went to the Ticketmaster website...maybe I missed it, but when do tickets go on sale?

Here's the link. They go on sale at 10 AM today (CT).

http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/221679/?search_redirect=New%20Orleans%20Fairgrounds&tm_link=tm_header_search

[steffie]

I just woke up and checked the board 1st thing. I'm soooooo excited.

[mightyradgumbo]

Steely Dan Live is WAYYY BEYOND anything youve ever heard on records, Since its just Fagen, and Becker, they hand pick talent for each tour from the hottest players they can find, I am nearly CERTAIN they will have some NOLA in their mix!!

YYR, Dank. Saw them last summer and they were amazing. The group of musicians they had with them were fantastic, so yeah, I do not think there will be an issue with finding some fine players to back em up :D

[vegout]

I'll trade in WP for Steely Dan, Van Morrison and The Allmans any day!!!

This is best lineup Ive ever seen !!!!!!!

So freaking psyched!!!

WHOOOOOO - HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!

I agree with you on Steely Dan and the Allmans. Van, unfortunately, is lame in concert. Search for recent concert reviews.

[Amyloves...]

I think the lineup is absolutely FANTASTIC and I can't imagine a negative comment! Of course there are some that aren't for me....but this ain't my private party. This lineup will draw many who are only coming for one BNA, and many of them will realize that the Fest is amazing and they'll get exposed to new music and they'll be back. That's awesome! OMG I LOVE THE FEST! 92 daze yall!

[Blumie]

I LOVE when somebody like Rod Stewart shoes up on the schedule. He'll keep a lot of people happy, and it means whatever stage I'm at while he's playing (I assure you that it won't be his) will be a lot less crowded.

[steffie]

I can't wait for Joss Stone. Great addition. I almost had a breakdown when I didn't see my beloved "chat". But common sense kicked in and I found forum. whoooosh.

[dank_bass]

I agree with you on Steely Dan and the Allmans. Van, unfortunately, is lame in concert. Search for recent concert reviews.

Ive never seen Van Live, but Mormon Matt can address this issue when he shows up ... supposedly he's either Sublime, or Subpar ... Lets hope for the former

[Papins]

Here's the link. They go on sale at 10 AM today (CT).

http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/221679/?search_redirect=New%20Orleans%20Fairgrounds&tm_link=tm_header_search

Thank you!

[glinda]

I am so excited!!!!! Since I'll only be there 2nd weekend, I looked at that first and was shouting out loud! Course there's some acts I was bummed I won't get to see 1st weekend, but WOW! 2nd weekend looks fabulous!

Irma's tribute to Mahalia - whoa... in the gospel tent? I wonder....
Steely Dan
Allman Bros
Dr Mi chael White
Ingrid
Iguanas
Holmes Brothers
:D:cool:
FOMS ALREADY!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Mojo Rises]

YEAAAH F'N HAA!!!! The ABB finally made it :D I am so pumped. Add a little ZZ Top, mix in some Taj, a dash of Steely Dan...wow!

Eat a Peach!

[Festvet]

Nice line-up. Good to see Counting Crows and Lucinda Williams back! Now if only Sonia Dada would come out of hiding... Gotta go order my posters.

[mightyradgumbo]

I think the lineup is absolutely FANTASTIC and I can't imagine a negative comment! Of course there are some that aren't for me....but this ain't my private party. This lineup will draw many who are only coming for one BNA, and many of them will realize that the Fest is amazing and they'll get exposed to new music and they'll be back. That's awesome! OMG I LOVE THE FEST! 92 daze yall!

I fully agree, Amyloves! My brother who is coming down for the first time looked at it and his exact words were "holy shit, all this music for 35 bucks a day...Wow" There are acts I do not want to see, but as someone else said I am sure there is an act that is going on that I can catch instead...or better yet someone who I never have seen and get turned on to that music. Good times a comin fo' shur.

[mightyradgumbo]

Ive never seen Van Live, but Mormon Matt can address this issue when he shows up ... supposedly he's either Sublime, or Subpar ... Lets hope for the former

I can also add my .02 cents on Van. He is either Good Van or Evil Van. I saw him at a show, gawd must be about 15 years ago or so and he was horrific, playing through a "medley" of hits-just mailed it in, big time. Saw him a few years back and he put on a fantastic show. A couple times in between were mixed so who knows which one shows up.

[pokerchick66]

Wow - what a great lineup. I'm going first weekend, and so glad too. Quite a few acts that I haven't seen live before:

- Van Morrison
- Jerry Lee Lewis
- Pharoah Sanders
- George Thorogood (should be a hoot)
- Richie Havens

Great stuff for the jazz tent too, some I've seen but will definitely check out:
- Arturo Sandoval
- Mose Allison
- Irvan Mayfield
- Lucky Peterson
- Astral Project

And lots of New Orleans favorites. Even CJ Chenier - which usually means Shamat dancing out front!

Although I would have loved to see ZZ Top at fest - what a riot! Hey, maybe if they get scheduled Friday night I can change my tickets to stay an extra day.

Neen, I've seen George Thorogood at HOB in New Orleans and he was AWESOME. That can't be nothing but good at the fest. I will definitely try to catch him again. He is a hoot! :D

[pokerchick66]

Can I just say.....Harry Connick, Jr....mmmmmm. Look at those eyes...and all the rest, too. I'm not gonna' mind lookin' at that on the home page for the next 3 months...not 1 bit....;>

lol hunni, I'm feeling ya on that one! Way hot. :D

God, I can't wait to see him. Yummm.

[pokerchick66]

Had my fingers crossed for J.J & Eric, but like Aurora, a character portrayed by Shirley McClaine in Terms Of Endearment, sez: fanfu*kingtastic!!!

I hope I finally get my chance to get ahold of those Z.Z. Tops dudes, get 'em down and braid their beards!:) ;)

Crepes, I LOVED that movie. It was fanf*ckingtastic, lol. And so is this year's fest! I am so excited. I saw Top and they rock. Good luck braiding their beards. :D

[pokerchick66]

Like the lineup, but what do people think about the attendence? There are really not as many big names as last year, Buffett, Dylan DMB draw a lot of people, wonder how many these names will.

Im actually glad of all this, maybe less crowds, but worried JazzFest wont make as much money.

What do we think?

Are you kidding? lol, I think the names are just as big or bigger and I can't believe all the BNAs they're having this year. There's a LOT of em! I was just thinking how crowded it was gonna be because of that.

[pokerchick66]

Ya'll just ignore me. I was trying to respond to a post on the last page about the fewer BNA's this year.....quite a few posts in between, though. Sorry!

lol, I'm not getting the fewer BNAs thing. I think there are wayyyy more BNAs this year than last.

[PaulC]

Are you kidding? lol, I think the names are just as big or bigger and I can't believe all the BNAs they're having this year. There's a LOT of em! I was just thinking how crowded it was gonna be because of that.


Pokie,.. I can agree with ya' on that one.... for my tastes bigger and better,.. and any fest that includes Bonnie Raitt,.. well anything else is gravy... hmmmm,.. Joss Stone graaaaa-veeey......

[pokerchick66]

I'll trade in WP for Steely Dan, Van Morrison and The Allmans any day!!!

This is best lineup Ive ever seen !!!!!!!

So freaking psyched!!!

WHOOOOOO - HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!

I know! I am so excited about SD and VM! I totally agree about this being the best lineup ever. This is truly off the hook.

[pokerchick66]

YEAAAH F'N HAA!!!! The ABB finally made it :D I am so pumped. Add a little ZZ Top, mix in some Taj, a dash of Steely Dan...wow!

Eat a Peach!

lol, yyr baby!

[pokerchick66]

Pokie,.. I can agree with ya' on that one.... for my tastes bigger and better,.. and any fest that includes Bonnie Raitt,.. well anything else is gravy... hmmmm,.. Joss Stone graaaaa-veeey......

Moomoo, I will definitely be shaking my butt with ya at Joss Stone. I am sooooo happy about the lineup this year! It's just wicked!

[NolaWarren]

What is the possibility of them adding WSP to the lineup later on when they announce the night shows? I thought they did the same thing a couple of years ago. I really hope so. This city needs a really big name to bring the crowd. We need WSP.

[PaulC]

Moomoo, I will definitely be shaking my butt with ya at Joss Stone.

Excuse me if I don't notice...............;)

[BigDag]

What is the possibility of them adding WSP to the lineup later on when they announce the night shows? I thought they did the same thing a couple of years ago. I really hope so. This city needs a really big name to bring the crowd. We need WSP.

Hey, what ever happened to w00kie from the old bored? I thought he was hilarious.

[mendelj2]

I like WSP but don't think they are the difference between a big crowd and not!

Hope they get added though...

[csoul]

lol, I'm not getting the fewer BNAs thing. I think there are wayyyy more BNAs this year than last.

CHIPPIE!! I'm so psyched. Walking 6 inches off the ground this morning. As for BNA's, I was just thinking about DMB & Bruce last year. That was insane all in 1 weekend. But I hear ya' on this year. There is PPPPLENTY to keep everyone interested, IMHO!

[mightyradgumbo]

Pokie,.. I can agree with ya' on that one.... for my tastes bigger and better,.. and any fest that includes Bonnie Raitt,.. well anything else is gravy... hmmmm,.. Joss Stone graaaaa-veeey......

What's that? Joss Stone is going to be performing in Gravy??? Hmmm, looks like turkey day comes early for Gumbo :)

[rosetree]

This is more like Jazz Fests past. There is so much bang for your buck (or $35). The BNA aren't the superstar arena-type like Bruce (or a Police reunion or U2 ---snif, snif), but they are big draws. I think that the spread over both weekends is good.
Did anyone catch the part about the reconfiguration of the stages?

"The stage at the Gentilly end will be as large as the main Acura Stage -- with its own video screen -- and will host the likes of Raitt, Jones, Williams, the Allman Brothers and Counting Crows. The Kids Tent is resurrected, as is the newly christened Southern Comfort Blues Tent. The Gospel and Jazz tents are larger, part of a redesign of that corner of the grounds.

"We're responding to demand," Davis said. "With major headliners like Herbie Hancock, jazz was a bigger attraction than the (old) tent could accommodate. It overflowed. Same thing with the Blues Tent. So we've upgraded."

So it looks like the stages are back and bigger and better!!!

[LaTiDa]

Nice! What a great way to wake up! Thought I'd have to be sitting in anticipation by the computer all day.

Going second weekend and didn't really care who was playing, would just be happy enough being there but... WOW!

[PaulC]

What's that? Joss Stone is going to be performing in Gravy??? Hmmm, looks like turkey day comes early for Gumbo :)


Ya' want a breast or a drumstick????

(please let him say drumstick)..............

[mightyradgumbo]

This is more like Jazz Fests past.... Did anyone catch the part about the reconfiguration of the stages?
So it looks like the stages are back and bigger and better!!!

Thanks for that info RT. In all the craziness, I never did see the press release. YYR, it does look more like JF past. Very cool signature, BTW.

[Goose]

Wow...what an awesome and amazing lineup...both weekends! I'm a days between and 2nd weekender and am incredibly happy and excited! We are all so lucky! Thank you to the organizers!!!

[mightyradgumbo]

Ya' want a breast or a drumstick????

(please let him say drumstick)..............

ROTFLMAO, man

[Festvet]

Do the 'names' generally do clubs as well? Would love to see Norah at a club.
For some reason I can only imagine Norah @ HOB. Would be nice to see her @dba but it would be mobbed for sure!

[rosetree]

You're more than welcome!
The reconfiguration has also effected the Contemporary Crafts section. When I spoke to them yesterday, they were very tight lipped. I think that they are going to sqeeze us in a little tighter to make room for the return of the Blues tent. We will still be there so come see us!!!;) :D ;)

[dank_bass]

Excuse me if I don't notice...............;)

Last year leaving the fairgrounds, we caught a cab, and the Cabbie said "my last fare was a performer ... I never heard of her but she was a purdy lil thang" ... then he handed me a piece of paper with Joss Stones's Name and her first album, and said "check her out she's beautiful" ... I said ... "I already know"

Summed up ... my Butt sat where Joss's was shortly after her!!

[Festvet]

thankfully no Buffet this year... what a waste of a time slot!

[Frosty]

Awesome! Now, can I clone myself to be at three stages at once?

A few comments on comments. DMB did not make fest unbearable or overcrowded. We left Acura when his time came and had a great close to our Fest watching CJ Chenier.

Sonia Dada would be awesome. They don't seem to play a lot though. Probably don't need to with the Pritzker fortune behind them. It's likely only Sir Paul is richer and that may not be for long.

Rod Stewart is the great singer of the Jeff Beck Group and was the part of the model Jimmy Page used to form his band, Led Zeppelin. Stewart sang on tear it up versions of "You Shook Me" and "I Ain't Superstitious". I'm sure he will dig deep into those classics and provide an incredible performance of early British Blues. Or provide the most gawdawful version of pop standards ever recorded. Probably the latter.

Big name acts - I'd be a kid in a candy store even without the ABB's and ZZ's and other national touring acts. As much as I'd love to see them, I can always see them on tour. ABB comes every year. So, give me the Subdudes, Irma Thomas, CJ Chenier and all the other local groups that celebrate life with their music. That's what I'm there for.

So.........Laissez les bons temps rouler!

[PaulC]

As for BNA's, I was just thinking about DMB & Bruce last year. That was insane all in 1 weekend.

That was quite the pairing for a single weekend,.. and added together with Dylan,.. hmmm,.. I guess this year can easily be considered by some to be "lesser" ... Combine that with a "BIGGER" ticket price and there just might be a smaller crowd.... That wouldn't bother me none at all.... 15% higher price allows for 15% less people and the same "non profit" for the fest... I was always a huge fan of the 2nd Thursday and the resultin' crowd..... Was it the year before last that they included a "first" Thursday... Loved the crowd numbers that day too.........

Give me back my Thursdays.................

[pokerchick66]

thankfully no Buffet this year... what a waste of a time slot!

:eek:

[PaulC]

So, give me the Subdudes, Irma Thomas, CJ Chenier and all the other local groups that celebrate life with their music. That's what I'm there for.

So.........Laissez les bons temps rouler!

Any day that includes a chance to see the peeps you mentioned is a very good day indeed...............

[dank_bass]

Rod Stewart is the great singer of the Jeff Beck Group and was the part of the model Jimmy Page used to form his band, Led Zeppelin. Stewart sang on tear it up versions of "You Shook Me" and "I Ain't Superstitious". I'm sure he will dig deep into those classics and provide an incredible performance of early British Blues. Or provide the most gawdawful version of pop standards ever recorded. Probably the latter.


I was gonnasay that when I heard him being dissed the way he was ... good for you on your little known history, It was in the same planning conversation where Keith Moon christened the band saying Pages idea would go down like a Lead Zeppelin (later respelled to look cooler, like adding an umlaut to your band name!)

[NolaWarren]

I like WSP but don't think they are the difference between a big crowd and not!

Hope they get added though...

They broke the record that Dave set a few of years ago for most people at a Jazz Fest if I do remember correctly. Then Dave took it back.

[rosetree]

"Rod Stewart is the great singer of the Jeff Beck Group and was the part of the model Jimmy Page used to form his band, Led Zeppelin. Stewart sang on tear it up versions of "You Shook Me" and "I Ain't Superstitious". I'm sure he will dig deep into those classics and provide an incredible performance of early British Blues. Or provide the most gawdawful version of pop standards ever recorded. Probably the latter"

Hey Frosty...the article said that Rod the Mod will be doing a special set of his old work that you probably never see again. So no, none of the "standards" that he has been doing lately;)

[mariena]

What is the possibility of them adding WSP to the lineup later on when they announce the night shows? I thought they did the same thing a couple of years ago. I really hope so. This city needs a really big name to bring the crowd. We need WSP.

I just heard on the radio that WSP will be playing the Wharf in Orange Beach, Alabama on April 27 and 29. That is about a 3 hour drive from New Orleans. Anything is possible! It think that lineup is great!!!!!
Mariena

[PaulC]

Last year leaving the fairgrounds, we caught a cab, and the Cabbie said "my last fare was a performer ... I never heard of her but she was a purdy lil thang" ... then he handed me a piece of paper with Joss Stones's Name and her first album, and said "check her out she's beautiful" ... I said ... "I already know"

Summed up ... my Butt sat where Joss's was shortly after her!!

I sure wish you hadn't included your butt in the same sentence with hers....

BUT,.. like my grandmother (God bless her soul) used to say and do on Turkey days of years past,.. she always went for the part that went over the fence last (as she described it)... I've got dibs on the "bottoms up" come Joss day.........

[NolaWarren]

I just heard on the radio that WSP will be playing the Wharf in Orange Beach, Alabama on April 27 and 29. That is about a 3 hour drive from New Orleans. Anything is possible! It think that lineup is great!!!!!
Mariena

That is what I am thinking. I like your train of thought. I am going to try and make at least one of those shows but can't fathom passing up Van Morrison so it all depends on Van the Man.

[Headless Hornman]

Re: Rod.

I posted the link to this review from last week on another thread. He may be better than many expect.

http://pqasb.pqarchiver.com/sptimes/access/1196623941.html?dids=1196623941:1196623941&FMT=FT&FMTS=ABS:FT&date=Jan+18%2C+2007&author=MARTY+CLEAR&pub=St.+Petersburg+Times&edition=&startpage=2.B&desc=Classic+Rod+wears+well

So, anyone who longs for the Hot Rod of old must be a little wary. No telling which Rod Stewart might appear in concert.

At Wednesday evening's show at the St. Pete Times Forum, Stewart offered a spotty but enjoyable retrospective. He went back to Faces days for Ooh La La, strummed an acoustic guitar for Dirty Old Town from his first solo record, and recollected some of his old fire on such hits as You Wear It Well, Every Picture Tells a Story and I'm Losing You.

There were a few disco hits that gave Stewart the chance to shake his sexagenarian booty, much to the delight of the middle-aged women in the crowd, and the occasional feckless love song (e.g., Tonight's the Night).

But there were enough moments that recalled his glorious past to keep things interesting for the Stewart connoisseur.

[Zbonnie]

This is more like Jazz Fests past. There is so much bang for your buck (or $35). The BNA aren't the superstar arena-type like Bruce (or a Police reunion or U2 ---snif, snif), but they are big draws. I think that the spread over both weekends is good.
Did anyone catch the part about the reconfiguration of the stages?

"The stage at the Gentilly end will be as large as the main Acura Stage -- with its own video screen -- and will host the likes of Raitt, Jones, Williams, the Allman Brothers and Counting Crows. The Kids Tent is resurrected, as is the newly christened Southern Comfort Blues Tent. The Gospel and Jazz tents are larger, part of a redesign of that corner of the grounds.

"We're responding to demand," Davis said. "With major headliners like Herbie Hancock, jazz was a bigger attraction than the (old) tent could accommodate. It overflowed. Same thing with the Blues Tent. So we've upgraded."

So it looks like the stages are back and bigger and better!!!I just hope the Heritage stage remains!!!! I love seeing all the brass bands there.

[philly4nawlins]

wow, very nice lineup. think i might have to forego studying for exams and head down again.

[Zbonnie]

Thanks, Neen, much easier to read in column format and such a mindblower to see each weekend take up four pages with the acts listed individually!

[Staxsun]

I can also add my .02 cents on Van. He is either Good Van or Evil Van. I saw him at a show, gawd must be about 15 years ago or so and he was horrific, playing through a "medley" of hits-just mailed it in, big time. Saw him a few years back and he put on a fantastic show. A couple times in between were mixed so who knows which one shows up.

At least you saw him play some hits. I went to a show where he just vamped on some jazz vibe and didn't play anything familiar. It wasn't even good for what it was.

[Staxsun]

What's that? Joss Stone is going to be performing in Gravy??? Hmmm, looks like turkey day comes early for Gumbo :)

I wanna pull the wishbone!!!

[Papins]

You're welcome Papins, although I guess it should be OCG!

OCG?

[Amy Winette]

Oh. My. God!! Wowwwwww, I can't believe how AWESOME the lineup is this year. I am soooooooooo coming both weekends and I LOVE almost every single one of the BNA's. My gosh, it reads like an awards show or something. And I already know I'm gonna be having some serious FOMS cuz I know I'm gonna have to miss one of the BNA's. I can't believe. This IS Christmas! I can't believe they got Van Morrison! And Norah Jones, Jill Scott, Bonnie Raitt, Jerry Lee Lewis, George Thoroughgood (saw him; he's great!)

And the second weekend . . . WOW! Harry, Steely Dan Omigod!, ZZTop!, Joss Stone and of course, Ingrid. :)

I'm in heaven. This is their best lineup EVER! Thank you, thank you, thank you to whoever put this lineup together. You have outdone yourself. Truly. I'm giddy over here. Bless you. :D

Exactly how I feel PC! On first glance I'm liking 2nd weekend more but they're BOTH so packed and soo glad I get to be there for every day of it this year :) :)

[balmer_hophead]

NeenAtlanta: Being a OCD as well, I thank you for the two lists

Are some people creating "Potential Grids" on their own for fun? If so, could you post them when you're done.

[Amy Winette]

I'll trade in WP for Steely Dan, Van Morrison and The Allmans any day!!!

This is best lineup Ive ever seen !!!!!!!

So freaking psyched!!!

WHOOOOOO - HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!

Lis, Jeff loves Steely Dan and with your similar love of WP and other jammy music, I'm guessing you will too :)

[pokerchick66]

Exactly how I feel PC! On first glance I'm liking 2nd weekend more but they're BOTH so packed and soo glad I get to be there for every day of it this year :) :)


YYR! Also, there ARE more BNAs this year than last. Check this out:

"Jazzfest's music roster features 20 more "national" acts than in 2006, Davis said. But by his count, 384 of the 433 acts hail from New Orleans or Louisiana. That 88 percent "local" bias is similar to past years."

[Amy Winette]

OCG?

obsessive compulsive gridding ;)

[steffie]

Ok I was coming down 4/30 and now I am scarmbling to get someone to cover my hospital shifts for both weekends. I will work every day before the fest if I have to to get that time off.

[csoul]

thankfully no Buffet this year... what a waste of a time slot!

I'll NEVER understand all the Buffet haters??? Next to missing Bonnie Raitt 1st weekend, Buffet's absence 2nd weekend is the only thing I DON'T like about the whole JF line-up. I've attended MANY Buffet shows, and he is NEVER better than he is at Fest. Last year, he was amazing, opening with City of New Orleans, which is what he closed with at Wrigley Field on the day of the flood. Truly heart felt. And how about when the sun came out while he was talking about his conversation with the Nuns last year??? Oh, well. different strokes, I guess.

[pokerchick66]

I'll NEVER understand all the Buffet haters??? Next to missing Bonnie Raitt 1st weekend, Buffet's absence 2nd weekend is the only thing I DON'T like about the whole JF line-up. I've attended MANY Buffet shows, and he is NEVER better than he is at Fest. Last year, he was amazing, opening with City of New Orleans, which is what he closed with at Wrigley Field on the day of the flood. Truly heart felt. And how about when the sun came out while he was talking about his conversation with the Nuns last year??? Oh, well. different strokes, I guess.

Girl, I'm feeling you on the Buffett thang. I absoluted LOVED him last year. He made me so happy watching his set. Soooo infectious. I thought he was great. Glad I got to finally see him.

How did I not meet you last year?

[Calypsogirl]

Me three on Buffet! It is just happy music, takes me back to the Islands! I will miss him, but really glad Jon Cleary is back, ZACH, Van, Steely Dan, lots of locals, love both weekends! No offense to the jam band crew, but I am really glad we don't have WSP and Dave Matthews crowds to contend with. and no Dylan. Different strokes...I get kind of bored during long jams, whether its the Dead or someone else...I used a Dead jam to go to the potty and get margaritas when they were here last! It took 20 minutes, same length as the jam!

[funkkjunkie]

I am happy, oh, so happy. Can't complain one little bit. How can anyone? There are 11 freakin stages of music with blues tent and jazz tent being made bigger!!!! KIds stage is back so fams are happy. I highlighted 44 bands for first weekend. Thats about 15 bands a day. foms is on its way. And we've got a Woodshed again this year plus a couple tributes and a swamp summit and a drum circle! LIfe is very, very good.

[csoul]

Girl, I'm feeling you on the Buffett thang. I absoluted LOVED him last year. He made me so happy watching his set. Soooo infectious. I thought he was great. Glad I got to finally see him.

How did I not meet you last year?

Some of my best friends absolutely hate Buffett. They cringe at the mere mention of his name??? I just don't get it.

We didn't make it to any of the meet ups. We DID meet some folks while we working at Ms. Lena's 2nd Friday and that was fun. I can be pretty shy when I'm not forced to be social. I plan on working on that this year and making the effort to attend at least 1 Meet up!! Hopefully you'll be there. Your posts always make me smile....(Even when you're defending "w").......

[Goose]

I'll NEVER understand all the Buffet haters??? Next to missing Bonnie Raitt 1st weekend, Buffet's absence 2nd weekend is the only thing I DON'T like about the whole JF line-up. I've attended MANY Buffet shows, and he is NEVER better than he is at Fest. Last year, he was amazing, opening with City of New Orleans, which is what he closed with at Wrigley Field on the day of the flood. Truly heart felt. And how about when the sun came out while he was talking about his conversation with the Nuns last year??? Oh, well. different strokes, I guess.

Hi csoul...your post got me thinking back to '98 Fest...my absolute hilite at the fest that year was Jimmy Buffett at the (now named) Acura stage. I'll never forget it. Big smiles all around for sure! Cindy

[pokerchick66]

Some of my best friends absolutely hate Buffett. They cringe at the mere mention of his name??? I just don't get it.

We didn't make it to any of the meet ups. We DID meet some folks while we working at Ms. Lena's 2nd Friday and that was fun. I can be pretty shy when I'm not forced to be social. I plan on working on that this year and making the effort to attend at least 1 Meet up!! Hopefully you'll be there. Your posts always make me smile....(Even when you're defending "w").......

ROFLMAO! I love you, too.

[csoul]

Hi csoul...your post got me thinking back to '98 Fest...my absolute hilite at the fest that year was Jimmy Buffett at the (now named) Acura stage. I'll never forget it. Big smiles all around for sure! Cindy

I hear ya', Goose. Buffett is how I found out about JF in the first place. He was playing my first year, 2002. Someone called and said "Have you ever heard of Jazz Fest in NO?" I said no, but if Buffett's there, let's give it a try. And thus, my addiction was born. The rest, as they say, is history!

[mariena]

I'll NEVER understand all the Buffet haters??? Next to missing Bonnie Raitt 1st weekend, Buffet's absence 2nd weekend is the only thing I DON'T like about the whole JF line-up. I've attended MANY Buffet shows, and he is NEVER better than he is at Fest. Last year, he was amazing, opening with City of New Orleans, which is what he closed with at Wrigley Field on the day of the flood. Truly heart felt. And how about when the sun came out while he was talking about his conversation with the Nuns last year??? Oh, well. different strokes, I guess.

I have to agree with you on this one. What is not to love about Buffet???
Mariena

[NeenAtlanta]

Neen, I've seen George Thorogood at HOB in New Orleans and he was AWESOME. That can't be nothing but good at the fest. I will definitely try to catch him again. He is a hoot! :D

Great - I love "hoots"!
LOL

[NeenAtlanta]

OCG?

Obsessive Compulsive Gridding

[rosetree]

Thorogood & the Destoyers are the loudest band that I have ever seen!!! They were awesome (not that loud= good). They also play so many bar/drinking songs, they are a good fit for this bored!!!LOL

[NeenAtlanta]

This is more like Jazz Fests past. There is so much bang for your buck (or $35). The BNA aren't the superstar arena-type like Bruce (or a Police reunion or U2 ---snif, snif), but they are big draws. I think that the spread over both weekends is good.
Did anyone catch the part about the reconfiguration of the stages?

"The stage at the Gentilly end will be as large as the main Acura Stage -- with its own video screen -- and will host the likes of Raitt, Jones, Williams, the Allman Brothers and Counting Crows. The Kids Tent is resurrected, as is the newly christened Southern Comfort Blues Tent. The Gospel and Jazz tents are larger, part of a redesign of that corner of the grounds.

"We're responding to demand," Davis said. "With major headliners like Herbie Hancock, jazz was a bigger attraction than the (old) tent could accommodate. It overflowed. Same thing with the Blues Tent. So we've upgraded."

So it looks like the stages are back and bigger and better!!!


Wow - I missed that part in my rush to see the lineup. Glad to hear they are doing something about the jazz tent. Whenever anyone with a name played, the overflow was ridiculous. I just hope they find a way to get a little air flow in there too.

[nick3m2]

How am I supposed to work now. I'm much too excited! Oh wow I wish I could do both weekends!

[pokerchick66]

Thorogood & the Destoyers are the loudest band that I have ever seen!!! They were awesome (not that loud= good). They also play so many bar/drinking songs, they are a good fit for this bored!!!LOL


Aw yea, I gotta see him again. Every hit's a winner! Bad to the Bone, Move it on Over, I Drink Alone, One Bourbon, One scotch and One Beeyah . . .

Well I ain't seen my baby since I don't know when,
I've been drinking bourbon, whiskey, scotch and gin
Gonna get high man I'm gonna get loose,
Need me a triple shot of that juice
Gonna get drunk don't you have no fear
I want one bourbon, one scotch and one beer
One bourbon, one scotch, one beer

Wahoo, baby! : )

[rosetree]

Yeah Chick, I just knew that was your kind of music! ;) ;) :D

[NeenAtlanta]

Yeah Chick, I just knew that was your kind of music! ;) ;) :D

My husband still teases me about "being nice, real luvey-dovey" in his GT voice!

[pokerchick66]

Yeah Chick, I just knew that was your kind of music! ;) ;) :D

lmao, how'd ya know? Man, that's jukin' music, bra!

Fest fever has officially set in. Today's been a good day. :D

[pokerchick66]

How am I supposed to work now. I'm much too excited! Oh wow I wish I could do both weekends!

My boss actually just had the audacity to ask me to do some work.
The noive.

[PaulC]

Some of my best friends absolutely hate Buffett. They cringe at the mere mention of his name??? I just don't get it.

We didn't make it to any of the meet ups. We DID meet some folks while we working at Ms. Lena's 2nd Friday and that was fun. I can be pretty shy when I'm not forced to be social. I plan on working on that this year and making the effort to attend at least 1 Meet up!! Hopefully you'll be there. Your posts always make me smile....(Even when you're defending "w").......

Hey watch that last bit,... just say no to politics...........;)

Four-five years back we went into Buffetts place for a bite and some free music on one of the Daze between and we were lead to a table that had a huge picture of Jimbo himself plastered on it,.. we sat for a minute or two and then as soon as a waitress came by to greet us I asked as nicely as I possibly could that we be sat somewhere else... The waitress asked why,.. and I said I really didn't like Jimmy Buffett and I sure didn't want to stare at his smilin' mug the whole time....

She shushed me with an urgent air,.. and sheepishly pointed directly behind me,.. I turned to see Buffett's big melon head smile (real time and real life) shinin' right back my way.... I sure do love that guy now.... :o

[csoul]

Hey watch that last bit,... just say no to politics...........;)

Four-five years back we went into Buffetts place for a bite and some free music on one of the Daze between and we were lead to a table that had a huge picture of Jimbo himself plastered on it,.. we sat for a minute or two and then as soon as a waitress came by to greet us I asked as nicely as I possibly could that we be sat somewhere else... The waitress asked why,.. and I said I really didn't like Jimmy Buffett and I sure didn't want to stare at his smilin' mug the whole time....

She shushed me with an urgent air,.. and sheepishly pointed directly behind me,.. I turned to see Buffett's big melon head smile (real time and real life) shinin' right back my way.... I sure do love that guy now.... :o

That just ain't right......you're killin' me. That would NEVER happen to me!

[Frosty]

I saw Joss at WTTW studios in Chicago for a Soundstage taping with the legendary Mavis Staples. Watching Joss was a amazing and she has a voice to go with it.

[Papins]

Obsessive Compulsive Gridding

Thank you...I'm OCG-I freely admit that...are their any other OCG's here tonight...the more I go over the line up, the more I'm asking myself; how am I supposed to sleep tonight?

[mendelj2]

I am beyond excited about the stages - i really missed the blues stage last year and more room in gospel and jazz will be very welcome!

I need at least the days to soothe FOMS for a bit...

[Zydekitten]

Well . . . here's how Zydekitten and her Ragin' Cajun, Denbear feel about the line-up . . .

ZDK:

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o67/Zydekitten/Kitten-Pictures-48.jpg

Denbear:

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o67/Zydekitten/bear3p.gif

[mwgirlonherown]

My boss actually just had the audacity to ask me to do some work.
The noive.

I'm having a tough time myself. I supposed to be working on seasonal financial plans that are due tomorrow.

I've turned my computer monitor so nobody else can see what I'm working on!

[bluedog]

I could hardly sit still reading thru this thread ... husband is home sick today and the kids have got the 5 o'clock crazzies and won't play nicely so it took me an hour just get thru it! After strapping them to chairs and ducking their mouths all is peaceful and now I can concentrate.
WOW! What a lineup ya'll! My head is still spinning! This Fest Virgin is excited! All that for $35.00 a day? You'd be crazy NOt to go. I'm super stoked about coming to NOLA and getting "the experience"! Oh & Harry Connick Jr. *drools* is the icing on this quadruple/triple layered chocolate cake! :cool:

[steeleye]

This line-up is going to give new meaning to the acronym "FOMS." I can only be there for one weekend, and I'm having mucho trouble deciding between weekends. Quint out-did himself this year.

[La Ti Da]

just gotta chime in and say YIPPPEEEEE! this line up ROCKS, I'm so glad I picked 1st weekend - Looking forward to Van, Irma, Jerrry Lee whom I've never seen, George Thorogood.... Been a while since I've seen Bonnie Raitt.... I like Lucinda williams, Gillian Welch and I'm excited to see Calexico again. I first saw them in Austin a few years ago then never again - they don' t come around here. I could go on and on and on but why repeat the whole lineup???? The whole thing is just fantastic.....sorry to be missing 2nd weekend, but hey, when you're enjoying one thing, you're always missing something else whether its a weekend or a stage somewhere else.

[funkkjunkie]

la ti da, wooohooo! Just sent you an e.

[mdfest]

I have permanent hearing loss from seeing Thorogood at Hammerjacks in Baltimore. The man can rock.

[pokerchick66]

I have permanent hearing loss from seeing Thorogood at Hammerjacks in Baltimore. The man can rock.

Das right, baby. Move it on over. ;)

[Amyloves...]

LOL bluedog! That picture of Harry Connick is droolworthy. Yowza.

[Chicago Fest Fan]

This is one year where it seems completely balanced as far as which weekend to go. Frankly I could choose either weekend and be completely satisfied, (Although I'm already locked into 2nd weekend). Looks like another stellar year.
Can't wait.
Somebody SCREAM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Amyloves...]

AAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Corona]

SECOND WEEKEND

Harry Connick Jr.
Steely Dan
ZZ Top
John Legend
Allen Toussaint
Counting Crows
New Edition
George Benson
Gilberto Santa Rosa
Allman Brothers Band
Better Than Ezra
Joss Stone
Stephen Marley featuring Jr. Gong
Taj Mahal
Cowboy Mouth
Branford Marsalis
Dottie Peoples
Tony Joe White
Roy Hargrove
Galactic
The Holmes Brothers
The Radiators
Chuck Leavell
Irma Thomas' Tribute to Mahalia Jackson
Clarence "Frogman" Henry
Elder Baab & the Madison Bumble Bees of Winnsboro
The Dixie Cups
Anders Osborne
Nicholas Payton
John Mooney & Bluesiana
Darrell McFadden
Snooks Eaglin
Preservation Hall Jazz Band
The Dirty Dozen Brass Band
Judith Owen
John Boutte
Franz Jackson
Lil' Band o' Gold
Luther Kent & Trickbag
Bob Wilber & the Soprano Summit tribute to Kenny Davern
Martha Redbone
Papa Grows Funk
BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet
Eric Lindell
World Saxophone Group
Danilo Perez
Walter "Wolfman" Washington
Deacon John
Ivan Neville
Ellis Marsalis
Donald Harrison
Joseph "Zigaboo" Modeliste
Big Sam's Funky Nation
Elysian Fieldz
The Iguanas
Buckwheat Zydeco
Terrance Simien
Danza feat. Evan Christopher & Tom McDermott
Jeremy Davenport
The Jazz Jam
The Woodshed feat. Roland Guerin and James Singleton
Poncho Chavis & Boozoo's Dog Hill Stompers
D.L. Menard
Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas
Sherman Washington & the Zion Harmonizers
Clive Wilson & the Original Camelia Jazz Band feat. Butch Thompson
Don Vappie & the Creole Jazz Serenaders
Sunpie & the Louisiana Sunspots with guest Al "Carnival Time" Johnson
Germaine Bazzle
Michael White & the Original Liberty Jazz Band feat. Thais Clark
Johnny Sketch & the Dirty Notes
Benjy Davis Project
Twangorama
Morning 40 Federation
Bruce Daigrepont Cajun Band
Kevin Gordon
Savoy-Doucet Cajun Band
The Revealers
Banu Gibson & New Orleans Hot Jazz
Higher Heights
Paulette Wright
Rumba Buena
Julio y Cesar Band
Wanda Rouzan & a Taste of New Orleans
John Lee & the Heralds of Christ
Coolie Family
Unstoppable Gospel Singers
Dynamic Smooth Family
Mount Hermon BC Choir
Gospel Inspirations of Boutte
June Gardner
Lionel Ferbos & the Palm Court Jazz Band
Mark Braud
Last Straws
Batiste Brothers Band
Herman Jackson
Lost Bayou Ramblers
Sharon Martin
Groovemasters
Smitty Dee's Brass Band
Creole Zydeco Farmers
Brian Jack & the Zydeco Gamblers
Goldman Thibodeaux & the Lawtell Playboys
Willis Prudhomme & Zydeco Express
Rotary Downs
Ernie Vincent
Jumpin' Johnny Sansone
Ingrid Lucia
Henry Gray & the Cats
Beth Patterson & Kalafka
Johnny Angel & the Swingin' Demons
Leah Chase
the Plowboys
Percussion Inc.
Michael Skinkus & Moyuba
Franklin Avenue BC Mass Choir
Melody Clouds
Providence BC Choir
Voices of Distinction
Treme Brass Band
New Orleans Jazz Vipers
Gov't Majik
Storyville Stompers Brass Band
Pinstripe Brass Band
J. Monque'D Blues Band
Washboard Chaz Blues Trio
Benny Grunch & the Bunch
Lil Nathan & Zydeco Big Timers
Betsy McGovern & the Poor Clares
Nouveau String Band
'007
Rick Trolsen & Gringo do Choro
Watson Memorial Teaching Ministries
Greater Antioch Full Gospel Choir
Tim Laughlin
New Orleans Spiritualettes
The Golden Wings
Chris Burke
Louis Ford with guest Barbara Shorts
Maurice Brown
Tornado Brass Band
Paulin Brothers Brass Band
Lady Sequence
New Generation and Lady Rollers SAPCs
Original CTC
Lady Buckjumpers and Undefeated Divas SAPCs
Big Seven
Westbank Steppers and Prince of Wales SAPCs
The UNO Louis Armstrong Jazz Quintet
Loyola University Jazz Ensemble
Heritage School of Music
Racines
Louis "Gearshift" Youngblood
Po' Henry & Tookie
Coco Robicheaux & Spiritland
Rufus "Rip" Wimberly & the Dreamers
Fi Yi Yi Mardi Gras Indians
New Orleans Mardi Gras Indian Rhythm Section
Chops Funky 7
Wild Apaches Mardi Gras Indians
Big Chief Monk Boudreaux & the Golden Eagles
Curtis Pierre Samba Man
Guyland Leday
Stax Music Academy Revue with Stephen Foster
Kayla Woodson
KidsmArt Performers
Jonno & the Cajun Experience
Guinoleros UAS of Culiacan Mexico
N'Kafu African Dance Ensemble
You rock Neen!!!

[Corona]

Wow - I missed that part in my rush to see the lineup. Glad to hear they are doing something about the jazz tent. Whenever anyone with a name played, the overflow was ridiculous. I just hope they find a way to get a little air flow in there too.
Holy crap!!! That's fantastic. I missed the tooo. Wow, I remember complaining last year that I wished they had a screen at Sprint and we even talked about how much it would cost etc.....and here it is!! Now there's 2 national stages of equal caliber. Cool :) Wahooo on the blues tent coming back and bigger jazz and gospel tents. Wow, this is just incredible!

[pokerchick66]

LOL bluedog! That picture of Harry Connick is droolworthy. Yowza.

Oh baby.

[bluedog]

http://www.associatedentertainment.com/aec/images/main/Harry-Connick-Jr.jpg OK since we're on Harry ... I LOVE THAT MAN!

[bluedog]

http://www.connick.com/forum/uploads/post-6-1168438718.jpg here's a nice visual of what it would be like to be .... K I'll stop there ... but this is from his new thriller "Bug"

[bluedog]

whoooops sorry I'm hijacking a thread again .... :o

[pokerchick66]

http://www.connick.com/forum/uploads/post-6-1168438718.jpg here's a nice visual of what it would be like to be .... K I'll stop there ... but this is from his new thriller "Bug"

Oh well you're a wicked, wicked woman! ;)

My. God. I wish you wouldn't have put those up . . . wahhhhhhhhhh!!!

Okay. I'm alternately crying and drooling. Bluedog, whatcha trying to do to me over here? Jeesus Louise, it's a sin to look that damn good.

http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o231/monica7966/3098726t.gif

[KeyWest Bruce]

Looking at the incredible (as always) lineup of names I was getting goosebumps.....damn....what an amazing array of talent! Just seeing all those names in a list confirms why I (we) are addicted to the fest.....does it get any better than that?! I should print it out to show people just why I go year after year. I don't think people who haven't been there realize the mindboggling array of music that the fest offers. I hope that the list wasn't complete as I was looking for one of my favorite gospel groups, the Mighty Chariots of Fire, who are from New Orleans, and play the fest regularly. But, I did not see them listed.....I HOPE they will be there. I kept going over the names thinking I overlooked them. They were so awesome last year, that they were one of the first names I looked for on the lineup. Regardless, I am so stoked and excited now. Also, this will be the first Patry for me.....and now with Mo Fest added......what a time it will be! Going both weekends:D

[KeyWest Bruce]

Okay, I hope I don't feel foolish, but I've got to ask.....what does "FOMS" stand for? I suppose if I gave it some thought I could figure it out....but I blanked out.:confused:

[pokerchick66]

Okay, I hope I don't feel foolish, but I've got to ask.....what does "FOMS" stand for? I suppose if I gave it some thought I could figure it out....but I blanked out.:confused:

lol, Fear of Missing Something.

[Carolina Beadhead]

Okay, I hope I don't feel foolish, but I've got to ask.....what does "FOMS" stand for? I suppose if I gave it some thought I could figure it out....but I blanked out.:confused:

Don't feel foolish! Just ask! We tend to talk in acronyms (that's the right word, innit?) and misspellings around here. I'm sure it confuses people who haven't been here very long. :D

"Can't these people SPELL???"

[Amy Winette]

http://www.connick.com/forum/uploads/post-6-1168438718.jpg here's a nice visual of what it would be like to be .... K I'll stop there ... but this is from his new thriller "Bug"


No no Blue, don't stop there. You got any more like that??

YOWZA is right!! If its a FOMS situation it may just be that Jeff stays for Steely Dan and I go watch (and drool) over Harry . . .

[bluedog]

Amyloves your siggie makes me LOL! MORE COWBELL! :p

[pokerchick66]

No no Blue, don't stop there. You got any more like that??

YOWZA is right!! If its a FOMS situation it may just be that Jeff stays for Steely Dan and I go watch (and drool) over Harry . . .

Amy, shall I bring us a bucket?

[dank_bass]

Amy, shall I bring us a bucket?

You two can have him, Jeff and I will be watching Steely Dan sing Dirty Work with a backing Trio of Joss Stone, Theresa Anderson, and some other hot chick

[pokerchick66]

LMAO! And some other hot chick.

[VWGal]

That's HC Jr??? Man, nice shot...drooling here! My VP in Vancouver is Joss Stone's godmother, maybe I should raffle off a meet up for you lads.

[Amy Winette]

You two can have him, Jeff and I will be watching Steely Dan sing Dirty Work with a backing Trio of Joss Stone, Theresa Anderson, and some other hot chick

Nora Jones is real pretty on the pix on the website here. I know a lot of boyz like Rosie Ledet too ;)

[kindbits]

raffle away! I know where my next paycheck is going... lol

[pokerchick66]

Nora Jones is real pretty on the pix on the website here. I know a lot of boyz like Rosie Ledet too ;)

LMAO! Bonnie Raitt ain't too shabby, either.

[VWGal]

Okay, now I've caught up on this entire thread. Man, did I miss alot today. :) So when I have my annual review next Monday with said VP (godmother of Joss), I am to ask for her new CD autographed (I am told it is the first where she's written most of it herself), a drumstick, breast, wishbone and some gravy? Do I have that right?

I don't want to her to think I rolled up to the Popeye's takeout window by mistake! Apparently she is very good friends with Joss's parents in the UK. I mentioned that I saw Joss three years ago at fest, and she was so genuinely tickled that someone in Canada had seen her. So I will certainly let her know that several gentlemen of the Threadhead Nation are seriously smitten.

(I seriously will ask to see if we can get something. Amy, I'll let you know how I do on the raffle thread.)

[Amy Winette]

VW, that would be awesome! A signed CD or anything like that would make a new prize ;)

[VWGal]

I have to say that said VP rarely shows a whole lot of genuine human emotion, but mentioning Joss put a major twinkle in her eye, so I know it's a topic that can't help but be a good thing to talk about! For the smitten in Canada, Joss is going to be on the cover of Flare fashion magazine next month.

[pokerchick66]

VW, that would be awesome! A signed CD or anything like that would make a new prize ;)

Amy, have you gotten my autographed cd from Harry yet? Oh, My Nola.

[VWGal]

I'd bid on that PC!!!!

[pokerchick66]

I'd bid on that PC!!!!

Yep.

[VWGal]

Gotta say Mr. Connick has come long way from the skinny kid in the Michael P. Smith books.

[Amy Winette]

Girl, if I can get close enough to Harry to get him to sign something, what do you think's gonna happen? He'd better run, he's in almost as much danger as Brad Pitt ;)

[VWGal]

PC and I will hold him down, so you can catch him in your high heels. It'll be the talk of the Fairgrounds!;)

[Amy Winette]

Oooh, but could I lose my brass pass for that? Hell, might be worth it ;)

[VWGal]

Hey, it's just fruit salad, iced coffee and misters. I'll throw mine in too....

[Amy Winette]

I don't even like coffee ;)

[VWGal]

I'm there for the nice clean port a potties. And the misters. Fruit salad and coffee, not so much.

[pokerchick66]

Girl, if I can get close enough to Harry to get him to sign something, what do you think's gonna happen? He'd better run, he's in almost as much danger as Brad Pitt ;)

LMAO, I was thinking the same thing! Okay, if you had to chose, who do you pick? Brad or Harry?

[VWGal]

Harry, hands down.

[Amy Winette]

Oh, for me it's Brad!

[pokerchick66]

Harry, hands down.

I choose both. :D

That one really is a tossup. Of course, I do like to be sung to. Sighhhh.

They're both extremely talented and intelligent. Okay, I gotta stop now.

Sigh.

[Michelino]

I hope that the list wasn't complete as I was looking for one of my favorite gospel groups, the Mighty Chariots of Fire, who are from New Orleans, and play the fest regularly. But, I did not see them listed.....I HOPE they will be there.

Hey Bruce, I am a big fan of theirs as well. As I recall, last year they were omitted in the first line-up announced and were added later. BTW...Here's a Mighty Chariot Pic I snapped in 2004...two generations in mid-air...little fuzzy but I like it

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i193/Michelino/NOJHF/MChartiot20043500.jpg

[ohio]

I'm there for the nice clean port a potties. And the misters. Fruit salad and coffee, not so much.

Mr.'s?

[BigDag]

I'm there for the nice clean port a potties. And the misters. Fruit salad and coffee, not so much.

Mr. Rogers? Mr. Magoo? Mr. Mister? Do they hang out there?

[ohio]

Mr. Peter Griffin?

[Amyloves...]

Hopefully Mr. & Mrs. Smith. And I don't mean me.

[chicagomike]

Another fun year ahead of us. I havent read through all the posts but I think the sleeper act could possibly be Rod the Mod. I hope he feels extra blusey and soulfoul as oppsed to "showtuney standardy" ... If you saw Joe Cocker back in 2003 you get my drift.

[mdfest]

My friend is going to Rods show tonight. Im anxious to hear his input, although hes not much of a concertgoer.

[pokerchick66]

Another fun year ahead of us. I havent read through all the posts but I think the sleeper act could possibly be Rod the Mod. I hope he feels extra blusey and soulfoul as oppsed to "showtuney standardy" ... If you saw Joe Cocker back in 2003 you get my drift.

I read somewhere that he's not gonna do his showtunes for fest. We get a special show. :D

[pokerchick66]

My friend is going to Rods show tonight. Im anxious to hear his input, although hes not much of a concertgoer.

How's the missus?

[rosetree]

It was in the Quint interview announcing the lineup

[mdfest]

How's the missus?

head over heels in love

[pokerchick66]

head over heels in love

LMAO! Tell her I said hello and I can't wait to see her.

[NeenAtlanta]

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o64/NeenAtlanta/P4240117.jpgMr. Rogers? Mr. Magoo? Mr. Mister? Do they hang out there?

Maybe it's these guys:

[VWGal]

That's it! The mister on the right....good lookin' mister non? No HCJr, but I ain't no Jill Goodacre either! :D

[Corona]

I read somewhere that he's not gonna do his showtunes for fest. We get a special show. :D
for that reason I may check it out......depending on how the cubes play out...