Introduce Yourself

[Mexi]

I suddenly had this vision of 3 miniature threadheads in striped tights presenting the newbies with lollipops.

Or Jelloshots! :D

[glinda]

Or Jelloshots! :D
NOW yer talking!

[rosetree]

I suddenly had this vision of 3 miniature threadheads in striped tights presenting the newbies with lollipops.

Mexi is just short, she's not miniature!:p ;) :D
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[Mexi]

.steps back to deflect the kick

Hey funnyman, I don't think you have to step back.

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome Ron! Welcome Jeff!

[rosetree]

Hey funnyman, I don't think you have to step back.

Hey Flo, I wouldn't tease you if I didn't luv ya! ;) :D

[BigDag]

Hey funnyman, I don't think you have to step back.

Yeah, cause your legs are not that long. ;)

[NeenAtlanta]

Hi, my name is Jeff and I live in Baltimore, MD in winter and try to live in Bangor, ME during summer months. Have been going to JF since late 1990's. Exact dates seem to get fuzzy when you hit 60. Even stopped in Miami one year (JF 2000)to get a T-shirt from Steve. Had a good time at boil, but Steve wasn't there. Have been a reader (Delphi, PDKK and JF)for all this time. I usually go the second weekend, so Dr John playing 2nd for first time I remember is a big plus for me.

Welcome Jeff - sounds like you hung with the PDKK folks a bit at your past fests. Lots of them post here now too, so you should see some familiar names, even Miami Steve!

[LBIFESTER]

Welcome Jeff - sounds like you hung with the PDKK folks a bit at your past fests. Lots of them post here now too, so you should see some familiar names, even Miami Steve!

Wasn't that the year we did the boil at Patricks B&B on Esplanade. Of course, Mr. A was hiding out with Daph a lot that year.

How you been BTW babe?. And that big ol' bass playing hubby of yers. ;-))

And welcome to the new litter box, Jeff. You may have seen me floating around as Uncle Fester in earlier boards or on the grounds. Although, 2001 was my last year on the Fairgrounds after 12 straight years.

[Susan]

My name is Susan and I am a native of Chicago, Illinois (not a suburb of Chicago, but the real deal). I have always been a huge fan of New Orleans. I was married there and have returned several times, once for a four month stint immediately following Katrina providing food service relief. This led to my affinity for the music (always proclaimed that I hated jazz), but quickly turned my act around and grew a substantial appreciation for what I now call "real jazz." I studied up, did my homework, and now offer my marketing services to some of the local, uber-talented artists of the same.

I am currently working with Shamarr, so you may see a few shameless promotional plugs and calls to action for some help in getting the word our for whatever we are working on at the time. Judging by the posts I read, I am by far not the only fan or friend, so I know he has a solid base, here!

Thanks for the opportunity to introduce myself and I look forward to participating, here!

...and don't forget, www.ShamarrAllen.com!

[ozzie]

Cheers Susan. Don't forget to check out Threadhead Records too.


www.threadheadrecords.com

[Tivia]

Hi all,
I'm Tina, approx. 50 years under my belt.
My husband, Jim and I have been up in North Idaho for 20+ years.
We are raising our grandson, James (15).
The three of us have planned a trip to Jazz Fest 2009.
We are arriving on 4/28, to enjoy the 2nd weekend.
We really do not know the ropes, although I have gleened tons of info from your site.
Thank you to ya'll, you seem like very loving beings.

[NYMAMA]

Hi all,
I'm Tina, approx. 50 years under my belt.
My husband, Jim and I have been up in North Idaho for 20+ years.
We are raising our grandson, James (15).
The three of us have planned a trip to Jazz Fest 2009.
We are arriving on 4/28, to enjoy the 2nd weekend.
We really do not know the ropes, although I have gleened tons of info from your site.
Thank you to ya'll, you seem like very loving beings.
Hi Tina and welcome. Stick around here and you'll learn all you need to know and maybe more then you want to know:p ;) . Don't be shy about asking questions either, someone here is bound to know the answer of at least point you in the right direction.

[ibjamn]

I am currently working with Shamarr, so you may see a few shameless promotional plugs and calls to action for some help in getting the word our for whatever we are working on at the time. Judging by the posts I read, I am by far not the only fan or friend, so I know he has a solid base, here!

Thanks for the opportunity to introduce myself and I look forward to participating, here!

...and don't forget, www.ShamarrAllen.com (http://www.ShamarrAllen.com)!

Welcome Susan!
A lot of us on this site are friends with Shamarr, so you're going to have to beat us to the shameless updates. ;)

Shamarr's facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/profile.php?id=851094633

Shamarr's myspace:
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewProfile&friendID=165192294

[ibjamn]

Hi all,
I'm Tina, approx. 50 years under my belt.
My husband, Jim and I have been up in North Idaho for 20+ years.
We are raising our grandson, James (15).
The three of us have planned a trip to Jazz Fest 2009.
We are arriving on 4/28, to enjoy the 2nd weekend.
We really do not know the ropes, although I have gleened tons of info from your site.
Thank you to ya'll, you seem like very loving beings.

Welcome Tina! Ya'll are going to have a blast!! Make sure to checkout www.swagland.com for great advice on fest and join in with us on this site as the craziness builds toward fest!

[NeenAtlanta]

Wasn't that the year we did the boil at Patricks B&B on Esplanade. Of course, Mr. A was hiding out with Daph a lot that year.

How you been BTW babe?. And that big ol' bass playing hubby of yers. ;-))

And welcome to the new litter box, Jeff. You may have seen me floating around as Uncle Fester in earlier boards or on the grounds. Although, 2001 was my last year on the Fairgrounds after 12 straight years.

Hey Steve LBI! Great to see you posting here. Joe is doing great - he has his own band now - Trailer Park Swingers, plus is playing with a jazz band, blues band and zydeco band.

That was the last year of the boil, wasn't it?

Are you festing this year?

[NeenAtlanta]

Welcome Susan and Tina! Great to see more folks posting and joining in the pre-fest craziness!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome Susan! Welcome Tina! Glad to have ya aboard.

[Michelino]

Susan, Tina and other newbies and any other lurkers who are about to decloak.

Welcome! This is an incredible group to know. If you happen to make it to a meet-up at the Fairgrounds, you will spend the rest of your time in New Orleans thinking you live in a small town and running into new friends here - there and everywhere. And even for an old, set-in-his ways curmudgeon like myself, this came as a refreshing addition to a place that I already loved.

[linza22]

Hi all,
I'm Tina, approx. 50 years under my belt.
My husband, Jim and I have been up in North Idaho for 20+ years.
We are raising our grandson, James (15).
The three of us have planned a trip to Jazz Fest 2009.
We are arriving on 4/28, to enjoy the 2nd weekend.
We really do not know the ropes, although I have gleened tons of info from your site.
Thank you to ya'll, you seem like very loving beings.

Welcome! yeah, we pretty much love us too! thing about this site, is you actually get to hang out with the folks you chat with everyday! i would love to take my nephew down for jazzfest....he would love it! but now, his mom goes with me, so it's a big fat NO!

[Belle]

So many converts from Lurkers to posters!!! Love it. Welcome one and all.

CAUTION: This board is addicting!!!

[Phatpapa]

So many converts from Lurkers to posters!!! Love it. Welcome one and all.

CAUTION: This board is addicting!!!

Hello, My name is Eric and I am a threadhead bored addict:D

[Susan]

Thank you all for the welcome!

[QUOTE=ibjamn;215328]Welcome Susan!
A lot of us on this site are friends with Shamarr, so you're going to have to beat us to the shameless updates. ;)QUOTE]

I have only been "lurking" on and off for a couple of weeks now, but it is obvious that he has always been in great hands! I have no doubt that you guys will beat me to it!!!! I'll keep workig on the "back end" and try to keep any update redundancies to a miniumum...how's about only when I have made some updates to his sites?

For example, I updated the Website today! Not much you don't already know, but please register on his contact page!!!! We're gonna be posting some cool stuff from the Willie tour and it would be great to send updates to his fans and friends!

Again, thank you all so much for your kindness!

[Susan]

Cheers Susan. Don't forget to check out Threadhead Records too.


www.threadheadrecords.com

Thanks, Ozzie. I have checked it out and hope to be able to contribute to the cause in the near future!

[ozzie]

Thank you all for the welcome!

For example, I updated the Website today! Not much you don't already know, but please register on his contact page!!!! We're gonna be posting some cool stuff from the Willie tour and it would be great to send updates to his fans and friends!

Again, thank you all so much for your kindness!

Cheers Susan.... we're all very excited about the Willie tour (that just sounds wrong somehow!). I'll register on his website right now.

[ibjamn]

Thanks, Ozzie. I have checked it out and hope to be able to contribute to the cause in the near future!

Susan, BTW the website looks FANTASTIC!!! :)

[ciscokid]

Susan, Tina and other newbies and any other lurkers who are about to decloak.

Welcome! This is an incredible group to know. If you happen to make it to a meet-up at the Fairgrounds, you will spend the rest of your time in New Orleans thinking you live in a small town and running into new friends here - there and everywhere. And even for an old, set-in-his ways curmudgeon like myself, this came as a refreshing addition to a place that I already loved.

miche, i have the same feeling, i tell people, you dont know what its like to be 1400 miles away from home and meeting people you know in the streets restaurants, clubs stores.........its truly amazing

[festivalboy]

So many converts from Lurkers to posters!!! Love it. Welcome one and all.

CAUTION: This board is addicting!!!

It's official, Festivalboy here! I've signed up as a new Threadhead.

I've been a lurker all this time.... although I know some of you and some of you know me, you do know my wife Chrissa, better known as Festivalgirl.

She has been around these parts for a long while. I've joined now to get in on all the fun. Though I'm not always short of words I may not be as active a commenter as she is. I hopefully can chime in there with the best of you.


I look forward to all the conversations about the Fest and everything else too.


Hello to all!
Steve

[ibjamn]

It's official, Festivalboy here! I've signed up as a new Threadhead.

I've been a lurker all this time.... although I know some of you and some of you know me, you do know my wife Chrissa, better known as Festivalgirl.

She has been around these parts for a long while. I've joined now to get in on all the fun. Though I'm not always short of words I may not be as active a commenter as she is. I hopefully can chime in there with the best of you.


I look forward to all the conversations about the Fest and everything else too.


Hello to all!
Steve

Hey Steve, welcome!! So glad you "outed" yourself!! ;)

[Carolina Beadhead]

It's official, Festivalboy here! I've signed up as a new Threadhead.

I've been a lurker all this time.... although I know some of you and some of you know me, you do know my wife Chrissa, better known as Festivalgirl.

She has been around these parts for a long while. I've joined now to get in on all the fun. Though I'm not always short of words I may not be as active a commenter as she is. I hopefully can chime in there with the best of you.


I look forward to all the conversations about the Fest and everything else too.


Hello to all!
Steve

Welcome, Steve!! It's about damn time!! :D

[MaloGator]

It's official, Festivalboy here! I've signed up as a new Threadhead.

I've been a lurker all this time.... although I know some of you and some of you know me, you do know my wife Chrissa, better known as Festivalgirl.

She has been around these parts for a long while. I've joined now to get in on all the fun. Though I'm not always short of words I may not be as active a commenter as she is. I hopefully can chime in there with the best of you.


I look forward to all the conversations about the Fest and everything else too.


Hello to all!
Steve


You mean that guy on the left...he can actually TALK? ;)

Hi. I'm Malo, I'm new and I like it in here.

[Corona]

Wahoooo!! Welcome to the board Ron, Susan, Tina!!!

Susan, Shamarr's website does look fantastic!!! Great work :)

[Orleansnj]

Welcome to the board !

[Lester_leaps_in]

Welcome, folks. You're gonna love it in here.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

One big o Welcome! to all of the new folks. Come on in & let us know your taste in music.

[Tivia]

It feels as if all of you are so deeply moved by the romance of it all...
the beat of the music, the food and the drink, and the whole gorgous heart
beat of the people, moving to the music.
What a site I fell into.
Thank you, to the owner of Swagland.
I owe you a cold one, you help lead me to this forum.
I can hardly wait to meet some of you!!
Peace to all of you, Tina

[ibjamn]

It feels as if all of you are so deeply moved by the romance of it all...
the beat of the music, the food and the drink, and the whole gorgous heart
beat of the people, moving to the music.
What a site I fell into.
Thank you, to the owner of Swagland.
I owe you a cold one, you help lead me to this forum.
I can hardly wait to meet some of you!!
Peace to all of you, Tina

welcome, Tina!

[swag]

It feels as if all of you are so deeply moved by the romance of it all...
the beat of the music, the food and the drink, and the whole gorgous heart
beat of the people, moving to the music.
What a site I fell into.
Thank you, to the owner of Swagland.
I owe you a cold one, you help lead me to this forum.
I can hardly wait to meet some of you!!
Peace to all of you, Tina

Welcome to the Board, and you're welcome :)

[linza22]

It feels as if all of you are so deeply moved by the romance of it all...
the beat of the music, the food and the drink, and the whole gorgous heart
beat of the people, moving to the music.
What a site I fell into.
Thank you, to the owner of Swagland.
I owe you a cold one, you help lead me to this forum.
I can hardly wait to meet some of you!!
Peace to all of you, Tina

Welcome Tina! yeah, we're a bunch of crazies..but the good kind!!!

[Apostrophe (')]

Hey everybody, I've been lurking on this board for a bit now while working my way through swag's JF FAQ, making preparations for my wife and I to attend our first fest! At this point I feel like it's only right to join the board, say hello and give many, many thanks for all of the great info threadheads share. I've wanted to go to fest since I first heard about it in the early 90's and after hanging around here for a while, I think I'm already more excited about it than I should be with months still to go. Cheers!

[ibjamn]

Hey everybody, I've been lurking on this board for a bit now while working my way through swag's JF FAQ, making preparations for my wife and I to attend our first fest! At this point I feel like it's only right to join the board, say hello and give many, many thanks for all of the great info threadheads share. I've wanted to go to fest since I first heard about it in the early 90's and after hanging around here for a while, I think I'm already more excited about it than I should be with months still to go. Cheers!

Welcome (') ! :) Jump in on any thread. YOU are a Threadhead now. :)

[sharon_loves_fats]

Cheers Apostrophe! Welcome to the bored and to your 1st JF!!!

[festivalgirl]

hey ', we have a threadhead 50 state plan. what part of nw usa are you in?

[Apostrophe (')]

thanks for the warm welcome folks! festivalgirl, orygun ;)

[festivalgirl]

thanks for the warm welcome folks! festivalgirl, orygun ;)

cool!! you might be our first oregon!! time to update the map. :)

(of course, that would require me to remember where the map is :o)

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Welcome to the board (')
I like your pic, you must be an Allman Brother fan. I've been a fan since the early 70s and they are still my favorite band.

[djgriff]

cool!! you might be our first oregon!! time to update the map. :)

(of course, that would require me to remember where the map is :o)

Here is the map. Update away!

http://www.frappr.com/threadheads

[Apostrophe (')]

Welcome to the board (')
I like your pic, you must be an Allman Brother fan. I've been a fan since the early 70s and they are still my favorite band.

Indeed I am! Though I've seen ABB, Skydog pretty much tops my list of never-got-to-see-'ems...

[festivalgirl]

Here is the map. Update away!

http://www.frappr.com/threadheads

thanx (i think) ....... can i update or does ' have to do it?

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Indeed I am! Though I've seen ABB, Skydog pretty much tops my list of never-got-to-see-'ems...

Same here. The first time I saw ABB was the first tour after Duane died and Barry was still living. This really weird guy out of New Orleans opened. It was Dr John & the Night Tripper.
Here is a kewl web site of the Allmans & New Orleans from the early 70s.
http://www.blackstrat.net/Allman-Audubon/Allman-Audubon.htm

[Apostrophe (')]

thanx (i think) ....... can i update or does ' have to do it?

i did it :)

[Phatpapa]

Welcome (').
You will never meet a nicer bunch of folks around and now you are one of us.:)

Make sure you come to a meet up at Ms Lena's one day at the fest

[festivalgirl]

i did it :)

i love you already!! ;)

our friends who go to fest with us are from oregon. well, she grew up in portland & he went to school there.

[Apostrophe (')]

Same here. The first time I saw ABB was the first tour after Duane died and Barry was still living. This really weird guy out of New Orleans opened. It was Dr John & the Night Tripper.


That must have been incredible. I'm totally jealous! Never got a chance to see Berry either. Love his tone.


Here is a kewl web site of the Allmans & New Orleans from the early 70s.
http://www.blackstrat.net/Allman-Audubon/Allman-Audubon.htm

Thanks Fred! That site is fantastic. New wallpaper for the ol' PC ;)

[Apostrophe (')]

Make sure you come to a meet up at Ms Lena's one day at the fest

Thanks for the kind words, sounds like fun and definitely lookin' forward to it! :D

[festivalgirl]

Make sure you come to a meet up at Ms Lena's one day at the fest

Or Liuzza's for pre Fest Bloody Mary's!

[Phatpapa]

Or Liuzza's for pre Fest Bloody Mary's!

I think it just turned bloody mary thirty here

[festivalgirl]

I think it just turned bloody mary thirty here

time to head to the bar?

[Phatpapa]

time to head to the bar?

you betcha

[Susan]

Many thanks to everyone for your kudos on Shamarr's site! I appreciate the nod and look forward to his (greater) success!!!!

Sue

[ozgal]

Hi All - I thought I would I would introduce myself to this thread - Im Tiff - born and bred in Australia (yes the one with the Kangaroos) and am coming over to NOLA for my first ever Jazz Fest. My 3 fab friends I am coming with (also from the land down under) will be attending their 2nd JF (attended 08). I am extremely excited, and am constantly on the net (yep even during work hours) looking up things to do in and around NOLA. We are there for both weekends, and going on a road trip in between up to Nashville and then to Memphis to see a bit more of the country (will be my first time over to the states, although one of the girls Im coming with is taking her 8th trip over). Would love to get some tips on things to see and do on the way.

[rosetree]

Hi All - I thought I would I would introduce myself to this thread - Im Tiff - born and bred in Australia (yes the one with the Kangaroos) and am coming over to NOLA for my first ever Jazz Fest. My 3 fab friends I am coming with (also from the land down under) will be attending their 2nd JF (attended 08). I am extremely excited, and am constantly on the net (yep even during work hours) looking up things to do in and around NOLA. We are there for both weekends, and going on a road trip in between up to Nashville and then to Memphis to see a bit more of the country (will be my first time over to the states, although one of the girls Im coming with is taking her 8th trip over). Would love to get some tips on things to see and do on the way.

Welcome to our obsession Tiff! Another Oz Threadhead...what part of Australia are you in?
You have found the premier place on this earth with info about Jazz Fest and New Orleans. This group of characters is the most amazing group of people that I have the pleasure of associating with. They (we) are a caring, sharing, music loving, obsessing, food porn posting, volunteering, hard partying, family. Stick around, ask questions, and you'll meet your long-lost family the last week of April/first week of May.:D

[ibjamn]

Hi All - I thought I would I would introduce myself to this thread - Im Tiff - born and bred in Australia (yes the one with the Kangaroos) and am coming over to NOLA for my first ever Jazz Fest. My 3 fab friends I am coming with (also from the land down under) will be attending their 2nd JF (attended 08). I am extremely excited, and am constantly on the net (yep even during work hours) looking up things to do in and around NOLA. We are there for both weekends, and going on a road trip in between up to Nashville and then to Memphis to see a bit more of the country (will be my first time over to the states, although one of the girls Im coming with is taking her 8th trip over). Would love to get some tips on things to see and do on the way.

WELCOME!! We have a bunch of Ozzies on board here. Our "Ozzie" is from Cairns and then there's Gards, Pete-up and Ausmus. (Where yat, Ausmus?!)
The very first place you should check for answers is www.swagland.com then stick around this board, come to some of our meet-ups and meet everyone. You'll have more info about great shows and place to eat & go than you'll be able to use. :)

[ozgal]

thanks rosetree and ibjamn for saying hi. so happy to see I'm not the only Oz on here, was starting to think my friends and I were the only ones in
Australia who had any taste in music/lifestyle. I am from Sydney - Grew up in Maroubra - Eastern Suburbs - The Bra to the locals.

have had a geez (an oz word for look) at swagland earlier today and has def helped with things i have no idea about.

i think it helps coming to NOLA with a friend who has been there over 5 times and considers it her home away from home - altho i have never been there i already feel that way and know i am never going to want to leave - my other 'non jf loving best friends keep telling me to get to NOLA quickly cause i am driving them insane with my non stop talking about the fest and everything NOLA.

[NYMAMA]

Welcome OZGAL come to a meet up durring fest and say hello.

[Orleansnj]

Welcome OZGal - you're going to have a blast !

[Carolina Beadhead]

Welcome, Tiff! I'm sure Ozzie (Tanya) and the others will be along shortly to give you a proper Aussie welcome! Jump on in! We don't bite - at least, most of us don't. :D

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome Ozgal! Woo hoo, your 1st Fest, you are gonna love it!!!

[Carolina Beadhead]

... my other 'non jf loving best friends keep telling me to get to NOLA quickly cause i am driving them insane with my non stop talking about the fest and everything NOLA.

All our non nola-lovin' friends feel the same way. That's why we spend sooo much time on this board... all of us here have been sprinkled with the Nola fairy dust. :)

[pokerchick66]

i think it helps coming to NOLA with a friend who has been there over 5 times and considers it her home away from home - altho i have never been there i already feel that way and know i am never going to want to leave - my other 'non jf loving best friends keep telling me to get to NOLA quickly cause i am driving them insane with my non stop talking about the fest and everything NOLA.

You're going to fit right in. Can't wait to meet you! :)

[zunkskunk]

Hello everybody. Just booked the flights for weekend #2. Coming back after skipping last year. Highlights from '07 included The Allman Bros. Band, whichever Marley was playin, the food, a kick a$$ rainstorm and the beautiful folks of Jazz Fest!.
Can't wait for a replay!

[BigDag]

Hi Skunky! Welcome to the tribe.

[Phatpapa]

Welcome to the madness, Ozgirl and zunkskunk. Warning: This bored is addictive

zunk, will you be bringing anything "stinky" to fest with ya?

[zunkskunk]

Welcome to the madness, Ozgirl and zunkskunk. Warning: This bored is addictive

zunk, will you be bringing anything "stinky" to fest with ya?

Thanks for the welcome! Mrs. zunk says I have a stinky tail sometimes...

[steeleye]

Hello everybody. Just booked the flights for weekend #2. Coming back after skipping last year. Highlights from '07 included The Allman Bros. Band, whichever Marley was playin, the food, a kick a$$ rainstorm and the beautiful folks of Jazz Fest!.
Can't wait for a replay!

Welcome...and that would have been Ziggy Marley. I enjoyed his set too.

[almarco]

Welcome...and that would have been Ziggy Marley. I enjoyed his set too.

geez I thought it was tupac.....

[ibjamn]

Hello everybody. Just booked the flights for weekend #2. Coming back after skipping last year. Highlights from '07 included The Allman Bros. Band, whichever Marley was playin, the food, a kick a$$ rainstorm and the beautiful folks of Jazz Fest!.
Can't wait for a replay!

Welcome Zunk!

[johnl1645]

Im new to all this and would love to join in.Im having trouble posting.Help!

[johnl1645]

:o guess i just answered my own question.

[johnl1645]

John from Hollywood Fl. 09 will be my 3rd fest.Just got my plane for the second week.Im working on a hotel.Any ideas?

[Carolina Beadhead]

Welcome Zunk & John!!

John check www.swagland.com. Swag keeps track of Hotwire & Priceline successes and failures. Otherwise, tell us what you are looking for (highend or I-can-put-up-with-a-lot-for-the-right-price place) and maybe we can help.

[Carolina Beadhead]

This thread might help:

http://www.nojazzfest.com/chat/showthread.php?t=7586

[NeenAtlanta]

thanks rosetree and ibjamn for saying hi. so happy to see I'm not the only Oz on here, was starting to think my friends and I were the only ones in
Australia who had any taste in music/lifestyle. I am from Sydney - Grew up in Maroubra - Eastern Suburbs - The Bra to the locals.

have had a geez (an oz word for look) at swagland earlier today and has def helped with things i have no idea about.

i think it helps coming to NOLA with a friend who has been there over 5 times and considers it her home away from home - altho i have never been there i already feel that way and know i am never going to want to leave - my other 'non jf loving best friends keep telling me to get to NOLA quickly cause i am driving them insane with my non stop talking about the fest and everything NOLA.

Welcome! You are definitely at the right place. We all get hyper excited from here on out! It's a great board to find the latest info.

[NeenAtlanta]

Welcome Zunk and John! Love seeing new folks coming on board this crazy ride.

[ozzie]

Im new to all this and would love to join in.Im having trouble posting.Help!

Bwahaha... identical to all our first posts! :D

Onya for jumping in and welcome to everyone, you'll get all your questions answered here... and then some.

[ozzie]

thanks rosetree and ibjamn for saying hi. so happy to see I'm not the only Oz on here, was starting to think my friends and I were the only ones in
Australia who had any taste in music/lifestyle. I am from Sydney - Grew up in Maroubra - Eastern Suburbs - The Bra to the locals.

have had a geez (an oz word for look) at swagland earlier today and has def helped with things i have no idea about.

i think it helps coming to NOLA with a friend who has been there over 5 times and considers it her home away from home - altho i have never been there i already feel that way and know i am never going to want to leave - my other 'non jf loving best friends keep telling me to get to NOLA quickly cause i am driving them insane with my non stop talking about the fest and everything NOLA.

And the aussie contingent gets stronger.... YAY!

[txnola]

Long time lurker coming out of the woods.
I've been coming to JF for 15 years or so.
This will be my first year as a mom! :)
Longtime NOLA gal now living nextdoor in Texas.

[Carolina Beadhead]

Long time lurker coming out of the woods.
I've been coming to JF for 15 years or so.
This will be my first year as a mom! :)
Longtime NOLA gal now living nextdoor in Texas.

Welcome, Tx! There's a lot of your countrymen here on the board! (But you knew that if you've been lurking!)

Jump on in... the water's fine! <cue Jaws music>

:D

[rosetree]

We gotta get a bigger boat....;)

[swag]

Long time lurker coming out of the woods.
I've been coming to JF for 15 years or so.
This will be my first year as a mom! :)
Longtime NOLA gal now living nextdoor in Texas.

Greetings from Dallas. Where in TX are ya?

[Staxsun]

Hi All - I thought I would I would introduce myself to this thread - Im Tiff - born and bred in Australia (yes the one with the Kangaroos) and am coming over to NOLA for my first ever Jazz Fest. My 3 fab friends I am coming with (also from the land down under) will be attending their 2nd JF (attended 08). I am extremely excited, and am constantly on the net (yep even during work hours) looking up things to do in and around NOLA. We are there for both weekends, and going on a road trip in between up to Nashville and then to Memphis to see a bit more of the country (will be my first time over to the states, although one of the girls Im coming with is taking her 8th trip over). Would love to get some tips on things to see and do on the way.

Welcome! If you need any suggestions for Memphis, let me Know. I'm hoping to be in N.O. in between weekends, but if I'm here, I'll even tourguide.

[ibjamn]

Welcome TX! I love this time of year! :)

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome Zunk, John & TX! Glad to have y'all aboard!

[txnola]

Originally from NOLA - lived there till Katrina. Houston now!

[ozgal]

Welcome! If you need any suggestions for Memphis, let me Know. I'm hoping to be in N.O. in between weekends, but if I'm here, I'll even tourguide.

Thanks Staxsun.

We are only in Memphis for one evening but would love to get some tips on a great place to eat and any bars you would recommend as a must see while we are there. We would definitely much prefer to do the 'locals recommended' bar then the usual 'tourist pit stop' that most out of towners go to.

[Gards]

thanks rosetree and ibjamn for saying hi. so happy to see I'm not the only Oz on here, was starting to think my friends and I were the only ones in
Australia who had any taste in music/lifestyle. I am from Sydney - Grew up in Maroubra - Eastern Suburbs - The Bra to the locals.

have had a geez (an oz word for look) at swagland earlier today and has def helped with things i have no idea about.

i think it helps coming to NOLA with a friend who has been there over 5 times and considers it her home away from home - altho i have never been there i already feel that way and know i am never going to want to leave - my other 'non jf loving best friends keep telling me to get to NOLA quickly cause i am driving them insane with my non stop talking about the fest and everything NOLA.

Gooday Tiff
Gards from Beaumaris in Melbourne,here grew up by the water like you.
This year will be my fourth visit to Jazzfest and I keep learning new things every time I go over.You will find out many interesting facts and figures from the friendly and helpfull people on this bored and probably some things that you dont realy need to know.
I am heading over on the 22nd of April and will be there for 2 weeks,look forward to catching up with you.If you want to hear some stuff about Jazzfest on the radio you can listen 3RRR on the net which I think is www.rrr.org.au between 9 and 12 on a Saturday morning,Brian Wise normaly mentions JazzFest as he has been many times and for the last few years has also led a tour party of Aussies to the fest and beyond he is also the founder of Rhythms Magazine and if you go to their website there should be a link to some of his blogs about his adventures at JazzFest and other music festivals in the States.
I travel a bit when I am working so if end up in Sydney over the next couple of months I will give you a yell.
Cheers
Gards

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Originally from NOLA - lived there till Katrina. Houston now!

Welcome to all of the new folks! Hey txnola, Kingwood here.

[peteup]

Hi All - I thought I would I would introduce myself to this thread - Im Tiff - born and bred in Australia (yes the one with the Kangaroos) and am coming over to NOLA for my first ever Jazz Fest. My 3 fab friends I am coming with (also from the land down under) will be attending their 2nd JF (attended 08). I am extremely excited, and am constantly on the net (yep even during work hours) looking up things to do in and around NOLA. We are there for both weekends, and going on a road trip in between up to Nashville and then to Memphis to see a bit more of the country (will be my first time over to the states, although one of the girls Im coming with is taking her 8th trip over). Would love to get some tips on things to see and do on the way.

Hey...hiya Ozgal! Another Aussie here...also from Melbourne like Gards (we keep bumpin' into each other from nyawlins to Byron). This is gonna be my second fest. I was like a kid in a toy shop at my first and am sooo looking forward to coming back. We're gonna be at both weekends plus French Quarter Fest, staying in Marigny, a short staggering distance from Frenchmen. You are gonna have such a good time! The music is incredible, the food is to die for, but it's the people of New Orleans who really make it the magic place that it is. Hope you love it!!

[ozgal]

Gooday Tiff
....... up with you.If you want to hear some stuff about Jazzfest on the radio you can listen 3RRR on the net which I think is www.rrr.org.au between 9 and 12 on a Saturday morning,Brian Wise normaly mentions JazzFest as he has been many times and for the last few years has also led a tour party of Aussies to the fest and beyond he is also the founder of Rhythms Magazine and if you go to their website there should be a link to some of his blogs about his adventures at JazzFest and other music festivals in the States.
I travel a bit when I am working so if end up in Sydney over the next couple of months I will give you a yell.
Cheers
Gards

We head on the 22nd too - new V Australia flights direct to LA out of Brisbane - looking forward to travelling on swish new planes, especially for my first longhaul flight over 9 hours. i was meant to go over to the fest last year but unfortunately funds wise i just couldnt get there, but I am glad I waited now as this years line up is awesome.

we are in NOLA ten days in total - both weekends, and then road tripping in between, then I am off to Las Vegas. Cant wait!! I definitely know that I will be going back to NOLA anytime I can, as I am already in love with the place and havent even been there.

I will definitely check the radio station out on Saturday morning, and give the website a look now.

I am def finding very useful information on these forums and glad i came in for a look see.

PS. have you ever tried Gator? Im all for trying new stuff, and was thinking i would give it a try while i am there. does it taste anything like crocodile?

[ozgal]

Hey...hiya Ozgal! Another Aussie here...also from Melbourne like Gards (we keep bumpin' into each other from nyawlins to Byron). This is gonna be my second fest. I was like a kid in a toy shop at my first and am sooo looking forward to coming back. We're gonna be at both weekends plus French Quarter Fest, staying in Marigny, a short staggering distance from Frenchmen. You are gonna have such a good time! The music is incredible, the food is to die for, but it's the people of New Orleans who really make it the magic place that it is. Hope you love it!!

Hey peteup

I am so happy to hear there are quite a few Aussie's here that make the effort to go over for such a great event. I know although this is my first its def not going to be my last. I would love to get to NOLA for Mardi Gras one year but thinking my obsession with the fest may prevent me from getting over more then once a year.

I am going to be a bit patriotic on the first weekend, and wear some Aussie gear on Anzac day - I know - daggy, but I cant help myself.

I am definitely looking forward to trying all the food.

[Gards]

We head on the 22nd too - new V Australia flights direct to LA out of Brisbane - looking forward to travelling on swish new planes, especially for my first longhaul flight over 9 hours. i was meant to go over to the fest last year but unfortunately funds wise i just couldnt get there, but I am glad I waited now as this years line up is awesome.

we are in NOLA ten days in total - both weekends, and then road tripping in between, then I am off to Las Vegas. Cant wait!! I definitely know that I will be going back to NOLA anytime I can, as I am already in love with the place and havent even been there.

I will definitely check the radio station out on Saturday morning, and give the website a look now.

I am def finding very useful information on these forums and glad i came in for a look see.

PS. have you ever tried Gator? Im all for trying new stuff, and was thinking i would give it a try while i am there. does it taste anything like crocodile?

I cant say that I have tried gator,might have give it a go this year.You will be delighted by the quality and variety of food available at the Fest.
RE Vegas I was there years ago and enjoyed it,all I would advise is go there early in the week and you should get a good deal on accom,im sure others can give you some advice but it may be a good place to try Priceline,which is explained in Swags extremely useful travel section.
Cheers
Gards

[swag]

does it taste anything like crocodile?

Not a question that gets asked very often on this side of the pond. :D

[pokerchick66]

PS. have you ever tried Gator? Im all for trying new stuff, and was thinking i would give it a try while i am there. does it taste anything like crocodile?

Never had croc but gator is GOOD. Definitely try it! :)

[treetops78]

My name is Jonesy. I am a 30 y/o music fan living in Atlanta. Nola is my favorite place to visit and I first visited in 1996 on my senior trip right after Jazz Fest. I bought the Pete Fountain poster in a shop on Royal for $85 (then it was all the money I had) and vowed to make sure and come back to see some music one day. My first music trip to Nola was one year later for Panic (hence Treetops user name) at UNO in 1997. I proceeded to never miss them for the next 5 years. My first Jazz Fest was in 1999 (still need that Prof Longhair poster) because Panic was playing and I was hooked. I have been to five since then and this year will be four in a row.

I am a music photographer on the side of my daily work and I love bringing my camera to the shows to try and grab a moment or two, although dancing is what I do most of the time. Stevie last year was a huge highlight of my Jazz Fest career. I am looking forward to another amazing year. Here is my favorite photos from last year (I almost got knocked out by the bouncer for not getting out of the way in time):

http://jeremytjones.com/client/music/images/JAZZFEST08_BUDDYGUY001.jpg

See you in NOLA!

Jonesy

[ibjamn]

My name is Jonesy. I am a 30 y/o music fan living in Atlanta. Nola is my favorite place to visit and I first visited in 1996 on my senior trip right after Jazz Fest. I bought the Pete Fountain poster in a shop on Royal for $85 (then it was all the money I had) and vowed to make sure and come back to see some music one day. My first music trip to Nola was one year later for Panic (hence Treetops user name) at UNO in 1997. I proceeded to never miss them for the next 5 years. My first Jazz Fest was in 1999 (still need that Prof Longhair poster) because Panic was playing and I was hooked. I have been to five since then and this year will be four in a row.

I am a music photographer on the side of my daily work and I love bringing my camera to the shows to try and grab a moment or two, although dancing is what I do most of the time. Stevie last year was a huge highlight of my Jazz Fest career. I am looking forward to another amazing year. Here is my favorite photos from last year (I almost got knocked out by the bouncer for not getting out of the way in time):


See you in NOLA!

Jonesy


Nice pic, Welcome Jonesy!

[Jacquesimomo]

Those of us on Facebook have been pestered about writing our 25 random things... well, here's mine.


1. My dog understands me better than anyone else, including myself.

2. I had my first pomegranate when I was 10. It was an afternoon snack while watching the Three Stooges on channel 11. And to this day I wait in anxious anticipation for the first time I see them in the Produce section each Autumn.

3. People who think pets are dispensable shouldn't be allowed to have pets or children who want pets.

4. I have a love/hate relationship with my car.

5. I sooooooooooooooo married my father.

6. When I float down the river and take in all that is Nature, I settle in with the notion that there is something bigger and greater out there somewhere and that it's not all just a big coinkeedink. But, I think organized religion tends to divide humans instead of drawing us together. I often wonder which religion has it right: the Muslims, the Buddhists, the Christians, the Jews… is it really true that only one of those groups is going to get into Heaven? Really?

7. I still grieve the loss of my parents every day and miss them terribly. They were absolutely stellar.

8. I am an unapologetic flirt.

9. I take great joy in anticipating social events and I’m rarely disappointed as they usually turn out just like I thought they would.

10. I think every 16-year-old should have to get a job waiting tables. It teaches you how to distinguish good service from bad, how to have some empathy for the servers if the managers are idiots and how to tell the difference.

11. Without music I would wither away and die.

12. I quit smoking four years ago. I can't believe I ever smoked and to this day I feel bad about all that smoke I inadvertently blew in the faces of my non-smoker friends at the Venice Café. Sorry.

13. I like my feet. I love to go barefoot in the summer but I also have a significant collection of Dr. Scholl's sandals. It's an addiction really.

14. I'm passionate about horses and equestrian life. My life's dream that will undoubtedly go unfulfilled is to have a working horse ranch on thousands of acres. If I could ride a horse every day, I would. And, I love the smell of manure and sweaty horses.

15. I can't believe I work in a cubicle. But, I consider myself extremely fortunate to work with such quality people.

16. I am proud that I was named after the Frank Sinatra song Nancy with the Laughing Face and try to live my life emulating those lyrics.

17. I fear my "25 Random Things" won't be as clever or creative as Kali Su's or Theresa's (SLACKS).

18. I don't have tolerance for intolerant people.

19. I'm the youngest of 10 children and evened it up---there were five boys and four girls before I was born. I like being the youngest in the clan. And, contrary to what my siblings might say, I don't think I was any more spoiled than any of 'em. But my parents did like me best. So there.

20. As a child I was keenly aware of my imagination and used to pray to God that He not let me lose my imagination as I got older. I like to think He heard that prayer.

21. My husband has the patience of Job…and a great set of biceps.

22. I have a vanity plate on my car. And while I'm not a fan of vanity plates, per se, I had to do it. It says "CLS-2ND" as in "close second" and is based on something my Mom told my brother just days before she passed away. She told him that out of everyone in the family she believed that she had had the most fun in her life but that "Nancy is running a close second." So I put that plate on my car as a reminder to always have fun. Now you know…

23. I have not eaten honeydew melon since I was nine. That was what I was eating when I was told that my first pet, a cat named Poquito, was dead. Just can't do it.

24. Given the choice, hands-down, I would choose camping in the outdoors near a stream over a five star hotel.

25. I will not play poker because my face gives it away every single time. Don’t ask me to play. I won't.

[Phatpapa]

Welcome to the madness we call the "bored", Jonsey. You will find a wealth of info that you didn't already know here.

Hope to meet you at fest and oh, the Waker is one of my fave panic tunes. I too have seen them at fest several times as well as other places.

Waker
My name is the Waker
And I'm bringin' you the morning sun
I've pushed the old man up forever
Still I feel I've just begun

I've just begun

My name is treetop
And I'm higher than you'll ever be
I'm married to my roots here
Still I feel like I am free

Feelin' I'm free

My name is blue sky
And I'm bluer than all of you
I've watched you run around forever
Always searching for something new

There's nothing new
Feelin' I'm free
I've just begun
I'm always young
Love's always new

[treetops78]

Hope to meet you at fest and oh, the Waker is one of my fave panic tunes. I too have seen them at fest several times as well as other places.


My name is treetop
And I'm higher than you'll ever be
I'm married to my roots here
Still I feel like I am free


:D Sweetness! :D

Thanks Phatpapa!

[ozgal]

Just wondering if anyone can recommend a good Car Hire place in NOLA - picking up from in or around French Quarter.

there seem to be alot around, but not sure what places to hire from are good, or to be avoided - any suggestions would be good.

thx Ozgal

[swag]

Just wondering if anyone can recommend a good Car Hire place in NOLA - picking up from in or around French Quarter.

there seem to be alot around, but not sure what places to hire from are good, or to be avoided - any suggestions would be good.

thx Ozgal

I've rented a couple of times from Budget @ 1317 Canal Street, a couple of blocks outside the Quarter. Location code on budget.com is MY3. Never had a problem. Other than that, you'll find some of the majors car rental companies have locations in some of the downtown hotels. Any brand name rental company should be fine.

[ozgal]

I've rented a couple of times from Budget @ 1317 Canal Street, a couple of blocks outside the Quarter. Location code on budget.com is MY3. Never had a problem. Other than that, you'll find some of the majors car rental companies have locations in some of the downtown hotels. Any brand name rental company should be fine.

thanks for that swags. will definitely check the budget website out

[ozzie]

Hey...hiya Ozgal! Another Aussie here...also from Melbourne like Gards (we keep bumpin' into each other from nyawlins to Byron). This is gonna be my second fest. I was like a kid in a toy shop at my first and am sooo looking forward to coming back. We're gonna be at both weekends plus French Quarter Fest, staying in Marigny, a short staggering distance from Frenchmen. You are gonna have such a good time! The music is incredible, the food is to die for, but it's the people of New Orleans who really make it the magic place that it is. Hope you love it!!


Yay... we're doing FQF too!

All us aussies should get together for a coupla beers and a quick two up toss on the 25th. Rosetree has a set of coins... maybe we can have a quick game at the meetup that day.

Ozgal... yer going to have a friggin blast from start to finish, and the minute you leave you'll start planning your next trip!

[ozgal]

Yay... we're doing FQF too!

All us aussies should get together for a coupla beers and a quick two up toss on the 25th. Rosetree has a set of coins... maybe we can have a quick game at the meetup that day.

Ozgal... yer going to have a friggin blast from start to finish, and the minute you leave you'll start planning your next trip!

Do they sell VB in the states or do we have to put up with Fosters for the Oz touch - ugh!! haha. I know thats asking too much.... :)

2Up definitely sounds a must for the 25th!! Make sure you wear a Rosemary sprig on the day too.

[Gards]

Yay... we're doing FQF too!

All us aussies should get together for a coupla beers and a quick two up toss on the 25th. Rosetree has a set of coins... maybe we can have a quick game at the meetup that day.

Ozgal... yer going to have a friggin blast from start to finish, and the minute you leave you'll start planning your next trip!

An Anzac Day gathering seems very sensible. as we will all be a long way from home.Allthough a couple of years ago I went and visited some of the WW1 battle areas in France and when you read the stats on how many people died in a single hour in places it is very sad,it makes you aware of the futility of war,and how strange it must have been for my GrandFather and his generation to go half way round the world for what they thought was going to be a big adventure only to sit in a trench or whatever for months on end and go mad or be gassed.
We can only hope that eventualy all people will learn from past mistakes.
I think I now need to go and have something to put me in a happier frame of mind,as I seem to be down tonight.
Cheers
Gards

[ozgal]

Ozgal... yer going to have a friggin blast from start to finish, and the minute you leave you'll start planning your next trip!

Oh and I already am planning my next trip :p

[ozzie]

Do they sell VB in the states or do we have to put up with Fosters for the Oz touch - ugh!! haha. I know thats asking too much.... :)

2Up definitely sounds a must for the 25th!! Make sure you wear a Rosemary sprig on the day too.

I'm not a beer drinker, but we sure sling a lot of Fosters at Ms Lenas!

Thanks for the reminder about Rosemary, I'll get on to Ibjamn and figure out how I can get a whole bunch to hand out. Cheers.

[ozzie]

I think I now need to go and have something to put me in a happier frame of mind,as I seem to be down tonight.
Cheers
Gards

Sorry mate, didn't mean to harsh your mellow. Might I suggest some wine and some tunes. Cheers.

[Gards]

I'm not a beer drinker, but we sure sling a lot of Fosters at Ms Lenas!

Thanks for the reminder about Rosemary, I'll get on to Ibjamn and figure out how I can get a whole bunch to hand out. Cheers.

When I was first in the states the Fosters used to be made in Canada and was ok,its dropped off a bit recently but it still better than MGD or Miller Light which was from memory was the only thing available on the last day and a half last year which I found hard to handle,apart from the pilsner behind the blues tent but that is hard to transport.I have heard some reports that we may have more beer options this year and am hoping that they are correct.Anyway I have put on the excellent I Believe To My Soul Compilation on my stereo featuring many Nola faves and I am feeling more positive allready.
Cheers
Gards

[ozgal]

When I was first in the states the Fosters used to be made in Canada and was ok,its dropped off a bit recently but it still better than MGD or Miller Light which was from memory was the only thing available on the last day and a half last year which I found hard to handle,apart from the pilsner behind the blues tent but that is hard to transport.I have heard some reports that we may have more beer options this year and am hoping that they are correct.Anyway I have put on the excellent I Believe To My Soul Compilation on my stereo featuring many Nola faves and I am feeling more positive allready.
Cheers
Gards

thanks for the heads up with the beers. I have been told to avoid the Miller light before - I think I may just stick to anything that resembles or comes even nearly close to a hurricane if they run out of fosters.

I have made a compilation of JF 09 songs that I listen to every day to and from work, and it always makes me feel better.

[peteup]

Yay... we're doing FQF too!

All us aussies should get together for a coupla beers and a quick two up toss on the 25th. Rosetree has a set of coins... maybe we can have a quick game at the meetup that day.

Ozgal... yer going to have a friggin blast from start to finish, and the minute you leave you'll start planning your next trip!


Hehehehehe...two up on the 25 th has gotta be the go! A wonderful opportunity for a bit of cultural exchange at the meet up!!

[peteup]

thanks for the heads up with the beers. I have been told to avoid the Miller light before - I think I may just stick to anything that resembles or comes even nearly close to a hurricane if they run out of fosters.

I have made a compilation of JF 09 songs that I listen to every day to and from work, and it always makes me feel better.

Hey Ozgal, there's a local brew called Abita's...it'll make you forget VB and Fosters real quick! Better to go easy on the drinks at the fest, save your energy for the clubs at night. All the old hands on the bored will remind you it's a marathon, not a sprint!

Also....hehehehehehehe.... steer well clear of dba on Frenchmen, it'll wreck your liver. The Belgian beers are just bloody marvellous, and then there's the wide array of single malts....oh dear....hic

[ozgal]

Hey Ozgal, there's a local brew called Abita's...it'll make you forget VB and Fosters real quick! Better to go easy on the drinks at the fest, save your energy for the clubs at night. All the old hands on the bored will remind you it's a marathon, not a sprint!

Also....hehehehehehehe.... steer well clear of dba on Frenchmen, it'll wreck your liver. The Belgian beers are just bloody marvellous, and then there's the wide array of single malts....oh dear....hic

oh, dont worry i have already been warned about it being a marathon. tip i have been told - a hurricane should last you at least a few hours even on a big night out because they are lethal (have heard the stories about 1 too many and loosing the entire night - and by one too many I mean 2 haha)

i think in the heat, the water will definitely be the go - but thanks for the tip.

and I will make sure i try the Abita's for sure

[pokerchick66]

Do you know about the meetups at Ms. Lena's, Ozgal? I am dying to meet you. :)

[NeenAtlanta]

Hi all you folks from Oz-land!

There in an Australian bar in New Orleans called Vic's Kangaroo Cafe in the Warehouse District. Might be a good place for your meet-up!

http://www.satchmo.com/vics/

[rosetree]

Yay... we're doing FQF too!

All us aussies should get together for a coupla beers and a quick two up toss on the 25th. Rosetree has a set of coins... maybe we can have a quick game at the meetup that day.

Ozgal... yer going to have a friggin blast from start to finish, and the minute you leave you'll start planning your next trip!

Yes I do have a virgin set of coins.;) I would love to see some real natives play the game, so if you want to borrow them, you are more than welcome!:D

[Staxsun]

Thanks Staxsun.

We are only in Memphis for one evening but would love to get some tips on a great place to eat and any bars you would recommend as a must see while we are there. We would definitely much prefer to do the 'locals recommended' bar then the usual 'tourist pit stop' that most out of towners go to.

If you want to catch me off the board, you can e-me at Staxsun (at) hotmail (dot) com .

[Gards]

Hi all you folks from Oz-land!

There in an Australian bar in New Orleans called Vic's Kangaroo Cafe in the Warehouse District. Might be a good place for your meet-up!

http://www.satchmo.com/vics/

I have been past it a couple of times but have never gone in,due to having experienced OZ bars in London,this one should be different, firstly because it is in Nola and secondly because a 100,00 or so young Aussies dont live there so it may be more mellow.AS I will be close this year due to staying at Rennaisance Arts I will drop in for drink.

Cheers

Gards

[BigDag]

I've been there. It's more "aussie" in name than in culture.

But caddy-corner across the street, is Lucy's Retired Surfer's Bar. A great joint. Delicious drinks, good food & lots of hotties hanging around.

[Gards]

I've been there. It's more "aussie" in name than in culture.

But caddy-corner across the street, is Lucy's Retired Surfer's Bar. A great joint. Delicious drinks, good food & lots of hotties hanging around.

Sounds Interesting

Cheers

Gards

[Maggie]

Hi
My name is Maggie and I am a Lurker - been going to Jazz Fest since '97.
Well.........I'm not a Lurker anymore ;)

[Carolina Beadhead]

Hi
My name is Maggie and I am a Lurker - been going to Jazz Fest since '97.
Well.........I'm not a Lurker anymore ;)

Welcome, Maggie!

See that wasn't so hard. Jump on in. We were all first time posters once...

[ozgal]

Do you know about the meetups at Ms. Lena's, Ozgal? I am dying to meet you. :)

sounds great. I know on most days we arent getting there till mid arvo, but will definitely try and make it to Ms Lena's at some point and hope to meet a few of you.

[pokerchick66]

sounds great. I know on most days we arent getting there till mid arvo, but will definitely try and make it to Ms Lena's at some point and hope to meet a few of you.

Cute avatar! :)

[Lester_leaps_in]

Hi
My name is Maggie and I am a Lurker - been going to Jazz Fest since '97.
Well.........I'm not a Lurker anymore ;)

Well, hi there, Maggie. Welcome!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome to the bored, Maggie!

[FLSusan]

Hi everyone!

I'm Susan and I'm 37. My husband and I live in the FL panhandle. We are crazy about New Orleans (and of course, the MUSIC) and visit regularly. Our friends are frequently dragged along with us; they're willing--most of the time!

Other interests: Reading, foreign/independent films, cooking, our gorgeous beaches, architecture, crochet, nature, animals, etc. (too many to name!)

[BigDag]

Hi Susan! I have relatives in the Panhandle, and there's some Threadheads who live there too! Where are you from?

[ibjamn]

Hi everyone!

I'm Susan and I'm 37. My husband and I live in the FL panhandle. We are crazy about New Orleans (and of course, the MUSIC) and visit regularly. Our friends are frequently dragged along with us; they're willing--most of the time!

Other interests: Reading, foreign/independent films, cooking, our gorgeous beaches, architecture, crochet, nature, animals, etc. (too many to name!)


YAY!!! She did it! :) Welcome all over again!

[Music is Art]

Hey folks!

I'm Tod, from Buffalo NY. I'm the executive director for Music is Art, a live performance and music education charity founded by Robby of the Goo Goo Dolls. We're all about getting all genres of music recognized as art, and connecting them to other forms of art and to the community.

Personally, I'm a huge fan of New Orleans and its music. I host a radio show on a local station here WBFO called The Big Easy in Buffalo, which is also the name of a music education and concert series I helped develop.

[Orleansnj]

Hey now Tod ! We're all about music and helping people and all of that ! Welcome to the boards - we're glad you found us !

Stick around - it's busy as all get out.

In fact, the threadheads have an effort called Fest4Kidz that you can read about at http://www.threadheads.org as well as other music related efforts dedicated to supporting the art (and artists!!) of music in New Orleans.

76 sleeps until Jazzfest !!!!!

[Michelino]

Welcome Tod,

This day has been feistier than most days here...what with Bon Jovi coming in and Aretha maybe going out of this year's line-up. Still, among threadheads, even flame wars are kinder and gentler.

Looking forward to the 20th and the Taste of Fest you're organizing over there in Wingtown. We're coming if the weather co-operates...can't miss Marcia, PGF and BSFN.

Michael

[ohio]

Hey folks!

I'm Tod, from Buffalo NY. I'm the executive director for Music is Art, a live performance and music education charity founded by Robby of the Goo Goo Dolls. We're all about getting all genres of music recognized as art, and connecting them to other forms of art and to the community.

Personally, I'm a huge fan of New Orleans and its music. I host a radio show on a local station here WBFO called The Big Easy in Buffalo, which is also the name of a music education and concert series I helped develop.
Welcome Tod! I think you'll find many kindred spirits here. Check out Threadheads.org (http://threadheads.org) and Threadhead Records (http://www.threadheadrecords.com)...

[ibjamn]

Hey folks!

I'm Tod, from Buffalo NY. I'm the executive director for Music is Art, a live performance and music education charity founded by Robby of the Goo Goo Dolls. We're all about getting all genres of music recognized as art, and connecting them to other forms of art and to the community.

Personally, I'm a huge fan of New Orleans and its music. I host a radio show on a local station here WBFO called The Big Easy in Buffalo, which is also the name of a music education and concert series I helped develop.

Welcome, Tod and thanks for the cool donation to the raffle! email me at ibjamn50 AT yahoo DOT com for my address to ship to,

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome Susan! Welcome Tod!

[FLSusan]

Hi Susan! I have relatives in the Panhandle, and there's some Threadheads who live there too! Where are you from?

My husband and I are in Walton Co. Any family and/or Threadheads here too?

[Carolina Beadhead]

My husband and I are in Walton Co. Any family and/or Threadheads here too?

Not sure, but I know Eat Mo'Crawfish & HockeyTom both drive through there on their way to NOLA from Tally... :D

[Shreaded]

My name is Rick Campbell. I live in Clearwater, FL and go to the Fest every year (5 years running anyway) alreay have everything set up for 09 and can't wait.

[ibjamn]

My name is Rick Campbell. I live in Clearwater, FL and go to the Fest every year (5 years running anyway) alreay have everything set up for 09 and can't wait.

Hey Rick! Welcome to the board!

[Shreaded]

thanks.

[Lester_leaps_in]

Welcome, Rick. You'll like it in here.

[Shreaded]

if it's anything like the peeps in N.O then yes, i will!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome to the bored, Rick! :)

[Carolina Beadhead]

Welcome, Rick!

Actually, some members of this group ARE peeps in Nola!

Most WISH we were... :)

[ozzie]

Cheers Rick... see ya soooooon!

[CRJazzFan]

I'm 22 and although i have never posted on this forum i have to admit
I read it almost every day (exagerating but not to much) before and after the fest since my first one that was in '04.
i'm from costa rica... long way from new orleans and went to my first fest when i was 18.
I'm looking forward to this years fest which will make it my 5th.
Looking forward to share the love for new orleans culture with everyone who loves it as much as i do.
this years must sees for me:
james taylor, Wilco, johnny winter,DMB, Masekela, john mayall, BUDDY GUY!!
Kind of Blue @ 50 featuring Jimmy Cobb and of course all of the incredible new orleans musicians that make NOJ&HF what it is.

[Carolina Beadhead]

Welcome, CR! Join in the fun!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

I'm 22 and although i have never posted on this forum i have to admit
I read it almost every day (exagerating but not to much) before and after the fest since my first one that was in '04.
i'm from costa rica... long way from new orleans and went to my first fest when i was 18.
I'm looking forward to this years fest which will make it my 5th.
Looking forward to share the love for new orleans culture with everyone who loves it as much as i do.
this years must sees for me:
james taylor, Wilco, johnny winter,DMB, Masekela, john mayall, BUDDY GUY!!
Kind of Blue @ 50 featuring Jimmy Cobb and of course all of the incredible new orleans musicians that make NOJ&HF what it is.

Welcome CR!!! You have a great taste in music.

[Lester_leaps_in]

Glad to have you with us, CR. ThreadHeads meet up from time to time during the festival. Maybe you'll be able to join us.

[Orleansnj]

Welcome to the boards ! Can't wait to meet all of you at Fest !

[ozgal]

a further along intro to myself - Im an absolute avid book reader.

I know it isnt really about Fest, but is there any random forum on here relating to what people like to read??

I just bought the 'Confederacy of Dunces' today at the recommendation of the American man behind the counter of my local bookstore. Looking forward to getting stuck into it...

wouldnt mind getting some suggestions for novels for the 42hours I am going to be spending on planes on my trip.

Maybe I should start another thread?

[rosetree]

a further along intro to myself - Im an absolute avid book reader.

I know it isnt really about Fest, but is there any random forum on here relating to what people like to read??

I just bought the 'Confederacy of Dunces' today at the recommendation of the American man behind the counter of my local bookstore. Looking forward to getting stuck into it...

wouldnt mind getting some suggestions for novels for the 42hours I am going to be spending on planes on my trip.

Maybe I should start another thread?

Do you know anything about "Dark Towers"????

[ozgal]

Do you know anything about "Dark Towers"????

Stephen King right? havent really read anything much from Mr King in the last ten years, but I am willing to give anything a go at the recommendation of others (except for self help books etc).

[rosetree]

Stephen King right? havent really read anything much from Mr King in the last ten years, but I am willing to give anything a go at the recommendation of others (except for self help books etc).

Yes, Steven King. It's a running joke here among the people who play trivia. Everytime that the topic is Literature, there are DT questions, and none of us know any answers!:eek:

[Lit]

a further along intro to myself - Im an absolute avid book reader.

I know it isnt really about Fest, but is there any random forum on here relating to what people like to read??

I just bought the 'Confederacy of Dunces' today at the recommendation of the American man behind the counter of my local bookstore. Looking forward to getting stuck into it...

wouldnt mind getting some suggestions for novels for the 42hours I am going to be spending on planes on my trip.

Maybe I should start another thread?

"Confederacy of Dunces" is an all-time favorite of mine. Literally laugh-out-loud funny.

Sadly, I don't read as many books as I would like any more. I read so much for my work that I find myself wanting a different medium, especially music, for my pleasure time. Several friends have recently read "Down In New Orleans" by Billy Sothen and they highly recommend it.

[pokerchick66]

Stephen King right? havent really read anything much from Mr King in the last ten years, but I am willing to give anything a go at the recommendation of others (except for self help books etc).

Stephen King's latest collection of short stories are superb (I think it's still on the bestseller list). It's called Just after Sunset. He just gets better and better.

Also, you're gonna love Confederacy of Dunces. You may even find one of the characters popping up here from time to time. ;)

[festivalgirl]

a further along intro to myself - Im an absolute avid book reader.

I know it isnt really about Fest, but is there any random forum on here relating to what people like to read??

I just bought the 'Confederacy of Dunces' today at the recommendation of the American man behind the counter of my local bookstore. Looking forward to getting stuck into it...

wouldnt mind getting some suggestions for novels for the 42hours I am going to be spending on planes on my trip.

Maybe I should start another thread?

Confederacy of Dunces is wonderful. Catch 22 is in my Top 10 list along with Fear & Loathing in Las Vegas. The 5 part Hitchhikers Guide to the Universe Trilogy is fun. The fact that he wrote a 5 book trilogy is part of the fun. Anything by Ernest Hemingway ..........

[ozgal]

I am compiling a list of these suggestions in a spreadsheet and I am going to work my way through.

Last year I read the entire collection of the Vampire chronicles and the new vampires and the Witching hour trilogy of Ann Rice, and it took me about 9 or 10 weeks to read all 15 books.

Also read Tin Roof Blowdown by James Lee Bourke, which was brilliant. Didnt realise it was one of a series, so have just purchased the first couple to get me started as well.

Love Paullina Simons - Tully, Bronze Horseman, Bridge to Holy Cross, The Summer Garden, Road to Paradise

[festivalgirl]

I am compiling a list of these suggestions in a spreadsheet and I am going to work my way through.

Last year I read the entire collection of the Vampire chronicles and the new vampires and the Witching hour trilogy of Ann Rice, and it took me about 9 or 10 weeks to read all 15 books.

Also read Tin Roof Blowdown by James Lee Bourke, which was brilliant. Didnt realise it was one of a series, so have just purchased the first couple to get me started as well.

Love Paullina Simons - Tully, Bronze Horseman, Bridge to Holy Cross, The Summer Garden, Road to Paradise

Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil

[Bucky]

Hello,


Traveling to the Fest from WI (12 degrees and just finished shoveling snow) the second weekend. We've never been in NO before. My wife and I are old farts traveling on a budget. Among our many questions:
Have a room reserved at the Days Inn I-10. Is it ok? From there what is the best way to get to Bourbon street at night and Fest? We have a rental car.

Will Preservation Hall be open? I understand we have to stand in line for tickets, how much in advance do we need to get in line?

Thanks for any information you can provide.

D

Looking forward to seeing some of your local stars, Marcia Ball, Buckwheat, and Cowboy Mouth on their home turf.

[Staxsun]

Welcome Bucky! I'm not sure which Days Inn you're speaking of. I might not be the best to answer all of your questions, but others will come along. If you haven't been to swagland.com, I highly recommend it. It answers lots of questions you may not have even thought of yet. Hope we get the chance to meet youl.

[Staxsun]

After looking, all three Days Inns listed are basically on I-10. I would not stay at any of them based on location. I'm sure the price is what stimulated you.

[swag]

Hello,


Traveling to the Fest from WI (12 degrees and just finished shoveling snow) the second weekend. We've never been in NO before. My wife and I are old farts traveling on a budget. Among our many questions:
Have a room reserved at the Days Inn I-10. Is it ok? From there what is the best way to get to Bourbon street at night and Fest? We have a rental car.

Will Preservation Hall be open? I understand we have to stand in line for tickets, how much in advance do we need to get in line?

Thanks for any information you can provide.

D

Looking forward to seeing some of your local stars, Marcia Ball, Buckwheat, and Cowboy Mouth on their home turf.

Welcome, Bucky.

There are two Days Inns on I-10, one in Metairie, on in New Orleans East. Either one should be a relatively short drive to the Fest. Both show rates of $76 prepay, or $90 cancellable. It that what you are paying? Neither one is near much of anything, so yes, you will want to get out in the evenings.

Are your rooms prepaid/nonrefundable? If not, I'd suggest keeping it as a backup while you look for something better. Try Hotwire & Priceline. I track results from both on my website and my blog:
http://jazzfest.swagland.com/bidding.html
http://swag.livejournal.com/

If you are patient, something decent sub-$100 will open up Downtown or in the Quarter as fest approaches. If you do get something downtown, you can go without the car, saving the cost of the rental, the parking at the Fest ($10-20/day or so), and the cost of parking or the nightly roundtrip cab fare to downtown.

If you've never been to NOLA, then yes, check out Bourbon St. But know there's a lot more going on in town than just that, especially once just wandering back and forth watching the other drunks gets old. Check http://jazzfestgrids.com for nighttime music listings as fest approaches.

If memory serves on Pres Hall, they have several shows a night (hourly?). I'd guess a half hour in advance should be enough to get you in. You can get a hurricane next door at Pat OBriens (ask for a go cup) and have something to drink while you wait.

If you are staying at the Days, your only real options to go downtown are driving or taxi. Taxi to either should run maybe $25 each way plus tip. If you drive, expect to pay about $10-15 for downtown parking. But... do not drive unless one of you will stay sober. The cops will be out, and New Orleans is about the last place you want to get a DUI.

Have fun and have a great Fest (you never forget your first time).

[Mexi]

Hello,

My wife and I are old farts traveling on a budget. Among our many questions:
Have a room reserved at the Days Inn I-10. Is it ok? .

Bucky- My group stayed at the Days Hotel in Metairie ( I-10 & Causeway) for fest last year. While not luxurious, it was much better than we expected, clean & comfortable. Rooms were updated & all have a small fridge & microwave. There is an I-Hop restaurant attached to the lobby, that was very clean & had the most friendly service. Parking is free. Driving to fest was easy & only took about 10-15-min. from the hotel. Also, there is a Mall & a Target store across the way from the hotel. Here's a link to the reviews of this hotel from Tripadvisor:

http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g60864-d120821-r23169292-Days_Hotel_New_Orleans_Metairie-New_Orleans_Louisiana.html#REVIEWS

[Corona]

Sorry I've been negligent checking in over here. Welcome to all the new posters who have exited lurkerdom :) Your excitement is contagious!!!

[kbro]

Hi I am Kathy from the Northern Suburbs of Chicago. I am married to Howard for 29+ years. We have three kids - ages 22, 20 and 15. We've been coming to Jazzfest for the past 10 years! We call our Jazzfest trip our Adult Camp - its our annual getaway without the kids. I have been reading this board for the past few months and realized it was time to join in. Thanks for all the great information - we are now in countdown mode!!

[Orleansnj]

Welcome aboard Kathy !!!

It's getting closer !! Woo Hoo !!!!!!

[ozgal]

Hi I am Kathy from the Northern Suburbs of Chicago. I am married to Howard for 29+ years. We have three kids - ages 22, 20 and 15. We've been coming to Jazzfest for the past 10 years! We call our Jazzfest trip our Adult Camp - its our annual getaway without the kids. I have been reading this board for the past few months and realized it was time to join in. Thanks for all the great information - we are now in countdown mode!!

Welcome Kathy - where all a bunch of hyped up excitables in here, come join the fun...

only 56 sleeps till i leave my fair shores.......

[glinda]

Hi I am Kathy from the Northern Suburbs of Chicago. I am married to Howard for 29+ years. We have three kids - ages 22, 20 and 15. We've been coming to Jazzfest for the past 10 years! We call our Jazzfest trip our Adult Camp - its our annual getaway without the kids. I have been reading this board for the past few months and realized it was time to join in. Thanks for all the great information - we are now in countdown mode!!
Welcome, Kathy! Many Chicagoland peeps here. Which weekend are you in for?

[kbro]

We are going second weekend - but heading down on Wednesday morning. How about you?

[i wanna be in NOLA]

Hey Kathy!

Another Northern Burber here.

[kbro]

By the looks of things - lots of us from Chicago. Can't wait to get out of this crazy winter and enjoy the NOLA humidity!!!!

[glinda]

We are going second weekend - but heading down on Wednesday morning. How about you?
I'm in for Monday thru second weekend. Hope to meetya somehwere in there.

[Corona]

hey Kathy! You couldn't have picked a better adult camp then Jazzfest! I like that :) Welcome!

[sitdancer]

My name is Felix, I live in NC right now but am from Germany originally.

This will be my first Jazz Fest experience. I have not finalized the plans yet, but I am hoping to be there from Fri April 24 until Mon May 4. Very excited about joining you guys for this party!

[Belle]

My name is Felix, I live in NC right now but am from Germany originally.

This will be my first Jazz Fest experience. I have not finalized the plans yet, but I am hoping to be there from Fri April 24 until Mon May 4. Very excited about joining you guys for this party!

Jumping in with both feat!!! Fest Virgin doing the whole Enchilada!!! Welcome to the bored and you are gonna have such a good time Felix!

Any favorite flavors of music?

[festbabe]

My name is Felix, I live in NC right now but am from Germany originally.

This will be my first Jazz Fest experience. I have not finalized the plans yet, but I am hoping to be there from Fri April 24 until Mon May 4. Very excited about joining you guys for this party!

Felix, Willkommen! We're glad to have you at the party. Hang around these boards/boreds and you'll learn everything you need to know (and then same - ha).

[sitdancer]

well, from my three previous jam cruises i already know a big group of people that do jazz fest every year. and i have gotten a bunch of good advice from them.

obviously coming to NoLa is going to be all about the funk, and i am planning more on the late nights than the day fest (even though i want to make it out there at least 2 or 3 days over the two weekends). more generally i have a very eclectic musical taste, i love reggae, rock, bluegrass, hiphop, ...
you name it, there is no bad musical style, just bad music.

[festbabe]

..

..there is no bad musical style, just bad music.

Love this!

[Corona]

well, from my three previous jam cruises i already know a big group of people that do jazz fest every year. and i have gotten a bunch of good advice from them.

obviously coming to NoLa is going to be all about the funk, and i am planning more on the late nights than the day fest (even though i want to make it out there at least 2 or 3 days over the two weekends). more generally i have a very eclectic musical taste, i love reggae, rock, bluegrass, hiphop, ...
you name it, there is no bad musical style, just bad music.
welcome sitdancer.....make sure you try the fest 1st weekend to check it out in case you want to keep going back...you'll have all that music at your fingertips each day too!!! Enjoy!!

sigh....Jam cruise..someday!!

[swag]

there is no bad musical style, just bad music.

Not at jazzfest there isn't. it is not allowed. :)

[sophisticated sissy]

well, from my three previous jam cruises i already know a big group of people that do jazz fest every year. and i have gotten a bunch of good advice from them.

obviously coming to NoLa is going to be all about the funk, and i am planning more on the late nights than the day fest (even though i want to make it out there at least 2 or 3 days over the two weekends). more generally i have a very eclectic musical taste, i love reggae, rock, bluegrass, hiphop, ...
you name it, there is no bad musical style, just bad music.


Welcome to the forum!
As Townes Van Zandt said,"There's only two kinds of music: Blues, and everything else is "Zippity-Doo-Dah.":)

[ashefestfreak]

Hi Felix from NC! Where do you live? I'm in Asheville. Year #21 of Fest for me.

[marignygreg]

Not at jazzfest there isn't. it is not allowed. :)

Check yer Bon Jovi insults at the door. ;)

[LAdave]

I have tried for years to get to Jazz Fest, and never have made it; although I used to come to New Orleans often when I lived in Fort Worth. This will be my first year, and I am planning on doing it up right. I am coming in on Wednesday the 22nd, and staying until I crawl out on Tuesday the 5th (figured I need a couple of rehab days on the back end).

I am 57 years old, hard core blues fan, live in Marina del Rey, and love festivals and events of all kinds. I haven't been to New Orleans since Katrina, but my favorite bar used to be The Abbey.

I am open to all advice and suggestions.

[jonnygospeltent]

I have tried for years to get to Jazz Fest, and never have made it; although I used to come to New Orleans often when I lived in Fort Worth. This will be my first year, and I am planning on doing it up right. I am coming in on Wednesday the 22nd, and staying until I crawl out on Tuesday the 5th (figured I need a couple of rehab days on the back end).

I am 57 years old, hard core blues fan, live in Marina del Rey, and love festivals and events of all kinds. I haven't been to New Orleans since Katrina, but my favorite bar used to be The Abbey.

I am open to all advice and suggestions.

Welcome aboard Dave. The Abbey is still a great bar specially for breakfast.

[LAdave]

Well, the last time I was there, the only breakfast they served was of the liquid variety....but that is the onliest kind of breakfasts for me!!

[Orleansnj]

Welcome !

you're going to have a blast at Fest ! You've found a great place for info and advice. Check back early and often :)

A few other must resources

http://www.swagland.com - an essential place to get information for newbies and seasoned 'festers alike.

http://www.jazzfestgrids.com - a listing of all of the night shows at all of the places in new orleans offering live music

http://www.threadheads.org - all about us (people who post on the forum - threadheads - you are one too now - and the many ways we all try to give back to new orleans - and other fun activities and pieces of information !)

[festivalgirl]

I have tried for years to get to Jazz Fest, and never have made it; although I used to come to New Orleans often when I lived in Fort Worth. This will be my first year, and I am planning on doing it up right. I am coming in on Wednesday the 22nd, and staying until I crawl out on Tuesday the 5th (figured I need a couple of rehab days on the back end).

I am 57 years old, hard core blues fan, live in Marina del Rey, and love festivals and events of all kinds. I haven't been to New Orleans since Katrina, but my favorite bar used to be The Abbey.

I am open to all advice and suggestions.

Wow, another LA TH ..... welcome.

[Lester_leaps_in]

Welcome, Dave. Glad to have you with us.

[das709]

Hey Dean and Cathie -- welcome aboard! Lots of fellow Canajuns here online, jump on in and enjoy the ride. Just noticed Air Canada has cut fares until November 2009 significantly, and there's great deals to NOLA if you haven't already booked. But you have to book by Monday, so hop on it if you're interested!

Looking forward to meeting you behind Ms. Lena's at the Threadhead meetups! We don't bite and you'll find a lot of Canajuns in the bunch.


We are getting more excited as the our flight day approaches. We got excellent prices on the flights for the two of us the return flight is about $1200.00!!
We will certainly seek out the meetup place and look forward to meeting some threadheads and enjoying the festival and 11 days in New Orleans.

[das709]

Sounds like you'll fit in here just fine. :)

Welcome, Lila!


Thanks for the info, your web site is very informative.
My wife and I are Jazz and Blues fanatics and there are times we look at each other and can't believe that we actually coming to New Orleans and the Jazz Festival.
I've read that Frenchman Street is a good place to go for live local music.

[das709]

OH MY GOD!!!! My favorite band is from Newfoundland!!!! I just gotta meet you, email or something. Ever hear of Great Big Sea?

Welcome to the bored and first time in NOLA and doing fest? What a way to get acquainted. You are good in my book. Go to the meetups at Lenas Beer tent. You will find the most amazing folks.

Looking forward to the meetup, see you there.

P.S. You wouldn't be from Newfoundland if you never heard of Great Big Sea :)

[mattcastaway]

Hey guys, names Matt and I'm out of Pittsburgh.

This will be my second year at JF and love everything about it. There has been more useful information on this board then any other musical event I've ever attended. Thanks for that. I went last year for the 2nd weekend and there are still so many more things I want to do. Your suggestions and experiences have certainly influenced my decisions.

Have a good one.

Peace. Matt

[ibjamn]

Hey guys, names Matt and I'm out of Pittsburgh.

This will be my second year at JF and love everything about it. There has been more useful information on this board then any other musical event I've ever attended. Thanks for that. I went last year for the 2nd weekend and there are still so many more things I want to do. Your suggestions and experiences have certainly influenced my decisions.

Have a good one.

Peace. Matt

Hi Matt, welcome! And welcome to all the newbies I've missed. Ya'll stick around and jump in any conversstion.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Heres to a big o Texas welcome to all of the new folks!
Welcome!!!!!!!!!!!

[Ataxia]

Official introductions.... Sure....

This will be our 1st Jazz Fest for 3 of us heading from "Down Under", 2 Aussies (one currently living in NZ) and 1 Kiwi. Not really sure how our initial genreal discussion of "Hey wouldn't it be cool to go to the New Orleans Jazz Fest check out the lineup" eventually turned to us braving the deadful currency exchange from the side of the world and booking plane tickets. But alas we are coming... and we are all pretty god dam excited about it at the moment. Most of our spare time is spent reading, watching and listening to anything we possibly can related to this adventure.

Anyways... I am Matt originally from most parts of Australia now residing in Auckland New Zealand working out a 2 year contract for work. Previoulsy resided in Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns and Adelaide before that....

Travelling with me from NZ will be the lovely Johanna who is a NZ local and the only person I know crazy (and excited) enough to join me on these type of adventures... We recently just returned from seeing Neil Young 6 times in NZ and down the East Coast of Australia...

Meeting us in LA will be an Australian friend of mine Ben who we have managed to somehow convince to rack up some debt and be part of this adventure.

All 3 of us have pretty diverse and eclectic music tastes, we all work for the same company which is Australia/New Zealands largest Music retailer and a good portion of this trip will be based around seeing as much music as we can. As well as the Jazz fest we are hitting Nashville & Memphis as Stax is way up high on our list of places to experience.

Anyways I think I have rambled enough... look forward to potentially meeting some/most/all of you especially the other Aussies and the like that are making the trip over.

Matt, Jo & Ben.....

[ibjamn]

Official introductions.... Sure....

This will be our 1st Jazz Fest for 3 of us heading from "Down Under", 2 Aussies (one currently living in NZ) and 1 Kiwi. Not really sure how our initial genreal discussion of "Hey wouldn't it be cool to go to the New Orleans Jazz Fest check out the lineup" eventually turned to us braving the deadful currency exchange from the side of the world and booking plane tickets. But alas we are coming... and we are all pretty god dam excited about it at the moment. Most of our spare time is spent reading, watching and listening to anything we possibly can related to this adventure.

Anyways... I am Matt originally from most parts of Australia now residing in Auckland New Zealand working out a 2 year contract for work. Previoulsy resided in Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns and Adelaide before that....

Travelling with me from NZ will be the lovely Johanna who is a NZ local and the only person I know crazy (and excited) enough to join me on these type of adventures... We recently just returned from seeing Neil Young 6 times in NZ and down the East Coast of Australia...

Meeting us in LA will be an Australian friend of mine Ben who we have managed to somehow convince to rack up some debt and be part of this adventure.

All 3 of us have pretty diverse and eclectic music tastes, we all work for the same company which is Australia/New Zealands largest Music retailer and a good portion of this trip will be based around seeing as much music as we can. As well as the Jazz fest we are hitting Nashville & Memphis as Stax is way up high on our list of places to experience.

Anyways I think I have rambled enough... look forward to potentially meeting some/most/all of you especially the other Aussies and the like that are making the trip over.

Matt, Jo & Ben.....

WOOOOOHOOOOO!!! Welcome ya'll!!!! We've got a whole Aussie/Kiwi Krewe on this site that are regulars at Fest. Welcome to our obsession!
Make sure you check out swag's site: www.swagland.com (http://www.swagland.com) Lots of good infor there & here.

[Phatpapa]

WOOOOOHOOOOO!!! Welcome ya'll!!!! We've got a whole Aussie/Kiwi Krewe on this site that are regulars at Fest. Welcome to our obsession!
Make sure you check out swag's site: www.swagland.com (http://www.swagland.com) Lots of good infor there & here.

Welcome to the global group called the Threadheads. :)

[Carolina Beadhead]

Wow!! I haven't checked this thread in a few days... and look at all the new people!!

Welcome to one and all!!

[flyingkiwi]

Hey Matt,
Paul from Auckland NZ here. I'm an NZ based-musician - you can check me/us out at: www.myspace.com/thedesotos
I'm heading over (solo this time) for my 4th jazzfest since 2004.
Look forward to hooking up with your krewe at Ms Lenas. Looks like there's going to be a healthy ANZAC representation. As you say, currency is a nightmare this year. I have done airfare but not accommodation yet so hoping the Kiwi $ doesn't sink any further!! Already resembles the Titanic as it is :-(

[Ataxia]

Heya Paul... I have actually seen your band play, was late last year I think at an "Alt Country Club" night @ Dogs Bollix !

Good to hear from you and yeah should be a fun week or so seeing some great music and meeting new people....

Bring it on I say !

[flyingkiwi]

Blimey...small world aye!
We were supposed to play with Hammond Gamble last night at Blockhouse Bay Reserve but the council cancelled the gig because of the weather.
We have an outdoor gig happening tomorrow at Crawford Park in Howick - on stage at 3.40pm if you happen to be around.
Anyhow, I'm on the 9.30pm AirNZ flight out of Auckland on April 23. Have you guys got accommodation booked yet?
Maybe you could post a local landline and I will get in touch before we all head off. Or you can email me at: paul.gurney@xtra.co.nz
Cheers, Paul

[KatiefromDC]

Hello all,

I'm Katie, and this will be my very first Jazz Fest. Really looking forward it. I think I've been talking about going for about 12 years.

I went to Bonnaroo 2007 and All Good in WVa in 2008. Bonnaroo is a great festival but I'm over the festival camping thing. All Good was all bad...

I lived in Sydney, Australia, for several years and I've been to five East Coast (Byron) Blues and Roots Festivals.

I could only swing a long weekend for this, so I'll be there May 1-4. Have flight. Do not have tickets or hotel yet. Priceline rejected my offer.

[funkkjunkie]

Yay!!!!!!!!!!!!! Welcome, katie!

[festbabe]

Strewth - another Aussie! Welcome Katie :)

[swag]

Strewth - another Aussie!

Crikey

[ozzie]

Strewth - another Aussie! Welcome Katie :)

Crikey

:D

Cheers Katie... see you there!

[flyingkiwi]

Umm..Katie lived in Sydney but I'm not sure she is actually Australian! If from DC doesn't that imply US? Or have I missed something. Katie, some clarification please!

[festbabe]

Umm..Katie lived in Sydney but I'm not sure she is actually Australian! If from DC doesn't that imply US? Or have I missed something. Katie, some clarification please!

Ah yes, I think you're right. Blimey.

[ozzie]

Ah yes, I think you're right. Blimey.

Duzzen madda.... she was here for a bit so we'll take it!

[Ataxia]

Blimey...small world aye!
We were supposed to play with Hammond Gamble last night at Blockhouse Bay Reserve but the council cancelled the gig because of the weather.
We have an outdoor gig happening tomorrow at Crawford Park in Howick - on stage at 3.40pm if you happen to be around.
Anyhow, I'm on the 9.30pm AirNZ flight out of Auckland on April 23. Have you guys got accommodation booked yet?
Maybe you could post a local landline and I will get in touch before we all head off. Or you can email me at: paul.gurney@xtra.co.nz
Cheers, Paul

Yeah have made a reservation at "Hampton Inn & Suites New Orleans-Convention Center" hope it all sticks... have read a couple of negative things about this place saying they overbook then bump people a week out... ill be staying in fairly regular contact with them to make sure this doesn't (hopefully) happen. We are flying out of NZ on the 15th and spending a week making our way down to New Orleans from Nashiville doing a bit of a road trip.... making the most of it !

[Ataxia]

Duzzen madda.... she was here for a bit so we'll take it!

So is that one more for the Anzac day celebration ?

[Doubledown]

Yeah have made a reservation at "Hampton Inn & Suites New Orleans-Convention Center" hope it all sticks... have read a couple of negative things about this place saying they overbook then bump people a week out... ill be staying in fairly regular contact with them to make sure this doesn't (hopefully) happen. We are flying out of NZ on the 15th and spending a week making our way down to New Orleans from Nashiville doing a bit of a road trip.... making the most of it !

You should checkout Memphis from Nashville.

[Ataxia]

You should checkout Memphis from Nashville.

Definately ! Stax (all be it a rebuilt version) is something we are keen check out as well as the other notable musical sights & sounds of Memphis... Just trying to figure out other places to check out on the way down, thinking of heading to Clarkedale to checkout the infamous 'Crossroads'...

We land in Nashville on the 16th of April and planning on arriving in New oRleans on the 23rd... anyone else got any must do's our route suggestions ? Would love to hear from anyone that has done the drive and can give some tips :)

[Gards]

Hello all,

I'm Katie, and this will be my very first Jazz Fest. Really looking forward it. I think I've been talking about going for about 12 years.

I went to Bonnaroo 2007 and All Good in WVa in 2008. Bonnaroo is a great festival but I'm over the festival camping thing. All Good was all bad...

I lived in Sydney, Australia, for several years and I've been to five East Coast (Byron) Blues and Roots Festivals.

I could only swing a long weekend for this, so I'll be there May 1-4. Have flight. Do not have tickets or hotel yet. Priceline rejected my offer.

Hi Katie
Gards from Melbourne here.
I have been going to Byron on and off since 95 and am back again this year,look forward to catching up with you in Nola.

[flyingkiwi]

Duzzen madda.... she was here for a bit so we'll take it!

What, you mean like Russell Crowe :-)

[Tivia]

Hello all,

I'm Katie, and this will be my very first Jazz Fest. Really looking forward it. I think I've been talking about going for about 12 years.

I went to Bonnaroo 2007 and All Good in WVa in 2008. Bonnaroo is a great festival but I'm over the festival camping thing. All Good was all bad...

I lived in Sydney, Australia, for several years and I've been to five East Coast (Byron) Blues and Roots Festivals.

I could only swing a long weekend for this, so I'll be there May 1-4. Have flight. Do not have tickets or hotel yet. Priceline rejected my offer.

So happy for to realize your Jazz Fest dream.
Welcome, and see ya soon!!

[Uptown Rulah]

Charlie C.
55 years old
Wharf Rat
Dead Head
First fest . . . coming with my wife -- volunteering in the 8th Ward the week before the first weekend.
Avatar and oh-so-with-it quote to follow!

[glinda]

Charlie C.
55 years old
Wharf Rat
Dead Head
First fest . . . coming with my wife -- volunteering in the 8th Ward the week before the first weekend.
Avatar and oh-so-with-it quote to follow!
Who needs a quote with a name like that? :D Welcome!

[Lester_leaps_in]

Welcome, Mistah Rulah. Jump on in.

[ibjamn]

Charlie C.
55 years old
Wharf Rat
Dead Head
First fest . . . coming with my wife -- volunteering in the 8th Ward the week before the first weekend.
Avatar and oh-so-with-it quote to follow!

Welcome Mr. & Mrs. Rulah!

[Belle]

Charlie C.
55 years old
Wharf Rat
Dead Head
First fest . . . coming with my wife -- volunteering in the 8th Ward the week before the first weekend.
Avatar and oh-so-with-it quote to follow!

Wonderful that you joined up and joined in. thanks for the volunteering too. Deadhead here as well. So many shows....so much fun.

[ELENA]

Hello all,
1st Jazz Fest for both me and hubby...flying in from Pennsylvania on Tues 28 and leaving on Sat 2nd. We'll be staying in the French Quarter.
VERY excited...am researching the hell out of NOLA and the Jazz Fest specifically.
Everyone on the forum seems unbelievably friendly and knowledgeable. Thanks for all the info so far...I'm sure I'll be posting a million questions later.

[festbabe]

Hello all,
1st Jazz Fest for both me and hubby...flying in from Pennsylvania on Tues 28 and leaving on Sat 2nd. We'll be staying in the French Quarter.
VERY excited...am researching the hell out of NOLA and the Jazz Fest specifically.
Everyone on the forum seems unbelievably friendly and knowledgeable. Thanks for all the info so far...I'm sure I'll be posting a million questions later.

...and we'll post a million answers, although half of them will be silly.

[Mexi]

Hello all,
1st Jazz Fest for both me and hubby...flying in from Pennsylvania on Tues 28 and leaving on Sat 2nd. We'll be staying in the French Quarter.
VERY excited...am researching the hell out of NOLA and the Jazz Fest specifically.
Everyone on the forum seems unbelievably friendly and knowledgeable. Thanks for all the info so far...I'm sure I'll be posting a million questions later.

Welcome, Elena!

[jef]

Howdy folks,

First fest for me. Attending second weekend.
Long time Deadhead and Ratdog fan.
Haven't been to a show since NYE in SF..Looking forward to this!

[ohio]

Welcome jef! You'll find many like-minded folk here.

[ozzie]

YAY! Newbies everywhere!

Welcome everyone, stick around and enjoy... and get set for the time of your life at Fest.

[ozzie]

What, you mean like Russell Crowe :-)

Nah... you can have him back! :D

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome Elena and Jef! Your 1st Fests, woo hoo!!!!

[rosetree]

It's getting closer....newbies galore!!!!!:D
Welcome everyone!

[flyingkiwi]

Nah... you can have him back! :D

Ummm......do we have to?

.......LOL!!

[piscesgirl]

Welcome, welcome, one and all. I haven't checked this thread in awhile. I have to back up about 50 pages and go see who the heck everyone is. :)

[Runaround Al]

Elena - Welcome. Noted with interest your Tues-Sat itinerary. We often did the same thing. Logic being to be able to get in to restaurants and clubs on Tues and Wed before large(r) JF crowds converge on the city makinig it more difficult to gain access. Also, staying at Fest thru Sunday requires two more nights of childcare. Not to mention the very crowded second Sat. It's tough to get around. On the down side, only two days of Fest :(

Part of my two person team (me) solved that this year by being able to go to first weekend plus Thurs and Fri of second weekend. Wife doing the traditional Tues-Sat routine. Hope you enjoy your first (of many) fests. A good portion of those who go once tend to go back again and again. Ain't nothing like it.

Peace

[Runaround Al]

Welcome jef! You'll find many like-minded folk here.

Many. And, many more at the fest.

Peace

[Tivia]

Welcome to all the newbies!!!

I was just arrived here in mid January.
This will be our first Jazz Fest!!!!
I can hardly wait to meet many of ya'll!!

[bubbadogs]

Hey all. We have a group of 14 going down this year, many of whom are first timers. Having attended many fests, I took the liberty to create a wiki (funny name for web page) which includes, among other things, youtube video of many performers from second weekend. The cool thing about the site is that anyone can join and post info, including video of your own.
Post video, add content, whatever!!!

Check it out: http://jazzfest2009.wikispaces.com/

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome to the bored, bubbadog! Fun site ya got goin' there. Hope to meet ya at Fest, maybe at the meetups behind Ms. Lena's :)

[Thrasher76542]

THis can't be that hard, right? ha anyways- My name is Jennie I am originally from Norfolk, Va but now am a military transport to the third coast- down in the middle (Central) region of Texas ((FORT HOOD)) area. Though I am no longer in the military I still miss it (Injured in line of duty- but don't worry I will try to get back in as soon as I heal) I love our country and what we are day to day. Life is hard- but if it were easy I think we would give up faster. I love a challenge.
I have never been to New Orleans but would love to come out for this year's JazzFest. I am trying to talk my brother Bill to come down from Maryland and then we can meet up and enjoy some music together. Well along with everyone else enjoying and hanging out too.
I used to do the shows and the concerts on the east coast. I have been to many Dead shows and Jazz concerts- I love live music. I remember seeing Dave Matthews at a bar in Winston- Salem, NC way way way back in the early days.
oh I think I have written too much- must be because this is much more interesting then doing my powerpoint slides for class on Tuesday- oh um.
So I am Jennie, I am a single mom of a ten year old boy, and I love life. Cause life is good. Smile~~ and the whole world smiles too!!

[BigDag]

Hi Jenny! You'll love New Orleans in general and Jazzfest in particular! I hope you're able to make the trip!