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[Delta]

WOW!!!! THANKS!!! I remember when they changed their call letters from WJDX to WZZQ. Was it 102.5 ??? That station had a major influence in my taste of music today. They had to be one of the few that ever played Mountain Jam by the Allman Brother. Two complete sides of the Eat A Peach record. I wonder who the person is behind the Internet Station.

Kevin Vandenbroek is the one behind the station, but my understanding from a local DJ friend is that it doesn't actually have anything to do with the original ZZQ. They're apparently out of the mid-west somewhere and are pre-programmed just like eveything else is now.

And it was 102.9, now Miss 103. The change from ZZQ was sort of abrupt too, with no warning. It just went silent for a minute then came back as the country station it is now. Can't believe it's been almost 30 years since the change over.

[chazmo]

WOW!!! A Pink Flamingo hat .... my hero! :) Somehow appropriate on the way to Catalina, too. Come on, use that picture.

[I have a pink flamingo obsession .... Delta will attest to that ;)]


I found the photo. How do I put it into a post?

[ohio]

I found the photo. How do I put it into a post?http://www.nojazzfest.com/chat/showthread.php?t=598
posts 7 & 8

[chazmo]

http://i901.photobucket.com/albums/ac212/ctriay/flamingo2small.jpg

This was a couple of years ago on a "Road Rally" with a really fun group of nuts from Austin, L.A. and S.F.

[festivalgirl]

http://i901.photobucket.com/albums/ac212/ctriay/flamingo2small.jpg

This was a couple of years ago on a "Road Rally" with a really fun group of nuts from Austin, L.A. and S.F.

Love It!!!!!! Where did you get that hat? :)

[chazmo]

I don't know where the hat was purchased, but I can try to find out. The Rally hosts got them. All four on our team had to wear them all day while going around looking for clues, singing song parodies in bars, etc. All day long, people were asking where we got them, could they buy one from us. We had an extra, so we gave it to a small girl. She was pleased, but her brother felt left out. Tomorrow, I will try to post a picture of a member of another team wearing the crab hat. Hah! There is an element of ritual humiliation in that game. One year one team had to wear tiny plastic cowboy hats. One year we all wore plushy animal tails. It seems like the crazier it is, the more people like it. Our first year, about 1997, we were the "As You Like It" team in a Shakespeare themed run. We had to sing a take off on "We love you Conrad" from Bye-Bye Birdie in a costume shop. I can still remember the words. "We love to cross-dress, oh yes we do. If were not in a skirt, we're feeling blue."

[chazmo]

Go to EBay and search for flamingo hat. There are a couple there that are not quite the same but are similar.

[amazinazn]

Hi, I'm Holly and I just joined a couple of minutes ago. I'm 23, no kids, and serving tables until I hit it big. ;) Lol! The reason is for info about the VooDoo Experience. I was invited to go bc I have a great love for music, but I have never heard of this music festival. So any info, pics, opinions, etc. I can get I would appreciate! Thanks

[linza22]

Hi, I'm Holly and I just joined a couple of minutes ago. I'm 23, no kids, and serving tables until I hit it big. ;) Lol! The reason is for info about the VooDoo Experience. I was invited to go bc I have a great love for music, but I have never heard of this music festival. So any info, pics, opinions, etc. I can get I would appreciate! Thanks

welcome to the bored! i think there's already a little info on the bored about VooDoo...but there should be more as we get closer to the festival.

[chazmo]

Hi, I'm Holly and I just joined a couple of minutes ago. I'm 23, no kids, and serving tables until I hit it big. ;) Lol! The reason is for info about the VooDoo Experience. I was invited to go bc I have a great love for music, but I have never heard of this music festival. So any info, pics, opinions, etc. I can get I would appreciate! Thanks

We have not been to this festival but are considering it this year. While I cannot speak about this particular fest, having been to NOLA dozens of times for other fests, I can give you a general answer.

New Orleans itself is great. History, architecture, food, friendly natives, tropical attitude. A truly unique city. And the food is to die for. There is absolutely the best variety of fantastic live music every night in tiny clubs. So, even if you went to NOLA and did not go to the VooDoo Exp, you would have a great time.

And, check out the line up of acts that are playing the VDE itself! Being on the far side of 50, I don't know who many of the acts in the first few lines of listings are, (except Kiss - which I would skip), but most of the local greats are going to be there: irvin mayfield (http://www.thevoodooexperience.com/2009/artist_pages/artists/irvinmayfield/index.php) / rebirth brass band (http://www.thevoodooexperience.com/2009/artist_pages/artists/rebirthbrassband/index.php) / leroy jones (http://www.thevoodooexperience.com/2009/artist_pages/artists/leroyjones/index.php) / trombone shorty and orleans ave (http://www.thevoodooexperience.com/2009/artist_pages/artists/tromboneshorty/index.php) / Big Sam's Funky Nation (http://www.thevoodooexperience.com/2009/artist_pages/artists/bigsamsfunkynation/index.php) / Papa Grows Funk (http://www.thevoodooexperience.com/2009/artist_pages/artists/papagrowsfunk/index.php) / cyril neville's blues revue with tab benoit, big chief monk boudreaux and johnny sansone (http://www.thevoodooexperience.com/2009/artist_pages/artists/cyrilneville/index.php) / beausoleil (http://www.thevoodooexperience.com/2009/artist_pages/artists/beausoleil/index.php) / john mooney and bluesiana (http://www.thevoodooexperience.com/2009/artist_pages/artists/johnmooney/index.php) / walter "wolfman" washington and the roadmaster with dirty horns (http://www.thevoodooexperience.com/2009/artist_pages/artists/walterwolfmanwashington/index.php) / New orleans jazz vipers (http://www.thevoodooexperience.com/2009/artist_pages/artists/neworleansjazzvipers/index.php) /

And, some other greats: wide spread panic / george clinton and parliament funkadelic (http://www.thevoodooexperience.com/2009/artist_pages/artists/georgeclinton/index.php) /drive-by truckers (http://www.thevoodooexperience.com/2009/artist_pages/artists/drivebytruckers/index.php) / ledisi (http://www.thevoodooexperience.com/2009/artist_pages/artists/ledisi/index.php) (this chick can SING!)

So, I recommend that you go. I am sure you will have a good time.

[LynnMargaret]

Hi All!

Been lurking here for awhile and have chimed in a couple times lately.

My name is LynnMargaret and am a huge huge huge fan of JazzFest and New Orleans in general.

I have to admit, it was my husband Bob (then boyfriend) who tuned me into it. We had met in February and dated pretty steadily, with a small row here and there. During one that was a little bigger than usual he said "And to think, I almost asked you to JAZZFEST with me!!!" and I kind of laughed and was like, "OH! Big loss!!!". I'm a huge lover of music, jazz included, but the idea of a big JAZZFESTIVAL to me, at the time, sounded "lame". I just pictured Kenny G.-esque artists playing to Kenny-G.-esque fans. Long story short, man oh man, was I wrong.

I've been to five now and just cannot imagine ever not going. I cannot imagine to KNOW that it is occuring and I'm not there! Now that we've actually gone for BOTH weekends (I think I'm still recovering), the ante has been upped!

This past year three different old friends of mine joined in and have made it known that we are to include them in any and all Fest planning, including a friend who has moved to gay Paris and is planning his first trip home around Fest.

So, yeah, we live in Atlanta, but day dream of NOLA on the regular. We usually make it there a few times a year outside of Fest (caught the Krewe de View parade this year!!!!!). We LOVE Frenchman Street, like, whoa.

Some fave music: Eric Lindell, Alex McMurray, Big Sam's Funky Nation, The Iguanas, The Subdudes, Morning 40s, Tin Men

Some fave places: Apple Barrel, Dry Dock, dba, Tip's, Molly's (for their iced coffee), Jax Brewery (for semi-decent public bathrooms!), One Eyed Jacks, The Chart Room, too many more to mention

Okay, so them's the VERY basics and a little more! (brevity is not my speciality).

Fingers crossed for a "last minute" Voodoo Fest trip this year!

x
LynnMargaret

[linza22]

Hi All!

Been lurking here for awhile and have chimed in a couple times lately.

My name is LynnMargaret and am a huge huge huge fan of JazzFest and New Orleans in general.

I have to admit, it was my husband Bob (then boyfriend) who tuned me into it. We had met in February and dated pretty steadily, with a small row here and there. During one that was a little bigger than usual he said "And to think, I almost asked you to JAZZFEST with me!!!" and I kind of laughed and was like, "OH! Big loss!!!". I'm a huge lover of music, jazz included, but the idea of a big JAZZFESTIVAL to me, at the time, sounded "lame". I just pictured Kenny G.-esque artists playing to Kenny-G.-esque fans. Long story short, man oh man, was I wrong.

I've been to five now and just cannot imagine ever not going. I cannot imagine to KNOW that it is occuring and I'm not there! Now that we've actually gone for BOTH weekends (I think I'm still recovering), the ante has been upped!

This past year three different old friends of mine joined in and have made it known that we are to include them in any and all Fest planning, including a friend who has moved to gay Paris and is planning his first trip home around Fest.

So, yeah, we live in Atlanta, but day dream of NOLA on the regular. We usually make it there a few times a year outside of Fest (caught the Krewe de View parade this year!!!!!). We LOVE Frenchman Street, like, whoa.

Some fave music: Eric Lindell, Alex McMurray, Big Sam's Funky Nation, The Iguanas, The Subdudes, Morning 40s, Tin Men

Some fave places: Apple Barrel, Dry Dock, dba, Tip's, Molly's (for their iced coffee), Jax Brewery (for semi-decent public bathrooms!), One Eyed Jacks, The Chart Room, too many more to mention

Okay, so them's the VERY basics and a little more! (brevity is not my speciality).

Fingers crossed for a "last minute" Voodoo Fest trip this year!

x
LynnMargaret

Welcome! yous a funny chick! i love the Jazzfest story (OH BIG LOSS) and then you realized...didn't cha? haha!

[LynnMargaret]

Welcome! yous a funny chick! i love the Jazzfest story (OH BIG LOSS) and then you realized...didn't cha? haha!

Yes! I was SO.WRONG. I was a shoe-gazing "indy" girl for a LONG time, like, if it wasn't from Manchester England sung by boys with shaggy hair and flares, it did not exist to me. All black clothing, all the time. And now my husband, The Bob, is all khakis shorts and boat shoes and hawaiian shirts, aka "The Buffet Dude". Opposites attract, blah, blah, blah ;)

PS
I thought I got out of work at 5:15 today, but its really, 5:45. BOO!

[ibjamn]

Welcome to the obsession, LynnMargaret. Pull up a chat and jump right in. :)

[LynnMargaret]

Welcome to the obsession, LynnMargaret. Pull up a chat and jump right in. :)

New obsession: the cheeks of that baby in your avatar!!! The cuteness! TOO MUCH!!!!

[ibjamn]

New obsession: the cheeks of that baby in your avatar!!! The cuteness! TOO MUCH!!!!

Thank you, that's my godson. :)

[swag]

So, yeah, we live in Atlanta, but day dream of NOLA on the regular.

We LOVE Frenchman Street, like, whoa.

Some fave music: Eric Lindell, Alex McMurray, Big Sam's Funky Nation, The Iguanas, The Subdudes, Morning 40s, Tin Men

Some fave places: Apple Barrel, Dry Dock, dba, Tip's, Molly's (for their iced coffee), Jax Brewery (for semi-decent public bathrooms!), One Eyed Jacks, The Chart Room, too many more to mention



Sounds like you'll fit in here just fine.

[stlbarb]

Hi All!

Been lurking here for awhile and have chimed in a couple times lately.

My name is LynnMargaret and am a huge huge huge fan of JazzFest and New Orleans in general.

I have to admit, it was my husband Bob (then boyfriend) who tuned me into it. We had met in February and dated pretty steadily, with a small row here and there. During one that was a little bigger than usual he said "And to think, I almost asked you to JAZZFEST with me!!!" and I kind of laughed and was like, "OH! Big loss!!!". I'm a huge lover of music, jazz included, but the idea of a big JAZZFESTIVAL to me, at the time, sounded "lame". I just pictured Kenny G.-esque artists playing to Kenny-G.-esque fans. Long story short, man oh man, was I wrong.

I've been to five now and just cannot imagine ever not going. I cannot imagine to KNOW that it is occuring and I'm not there! Now that we've actually gone for BOTH weekends (I think I'm still recovering), the ante has been upped!

This past year three different old friends of mine joined in and have made it known that we are to include them in any and all Fest planning, including a friend who has moved to gay Paris and is planning his first trip home around Fest.

So, yeah, we live in Atlanta, but day dream of NOLA on the regular. We usually make it there a few times a year outside of Fest (caught the Krewe de View parade this year!!!!!). We LOVE Frenchman Street, like, whoa.

Some fave music: Eric Lindell, Alex McMurray, Big Sam's Funky Nation, The Iguanas, The Subdudes, Morning 40s, Tin Men

Some fave places: Apple Barrel, Dry Dock, dba, Tip's, Molly's (for their iced coffee), Jax Brewery (for semi-decent public bathrooms!), One Eyed Jacks, The Chart Room, too many more to mention

Okay, so them's the VERY basics and a little more! (brevity is not my speciality).

Fingers crossed for a "last minute" Voodoo Fest trip this year!

x
LynnMargaret

imo, asking someone to jazzfest is a huge step in a relationship. also, can be a huge test of a relationship. happy to see you survived both. welcome!

[funkkjunkie]

Glad you delurked! Welcome!

[bennyboy]

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_ZxcZ33CXvLo/SwAxkM0CL6I/AAAAAAAAHis/3iqk4l-0E_U/s512/024_21A.JPG

I am Ben, 54 and haven't been to Fest since 93. I plan on raging it in 2010 though. I am single, three kids, all grown and will more than likely have one of them with me in 2010.

I live in Folsom (yes THAT Folsom) and music is my life.

[ibjamn]

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_ZxcZ33CXvLo/SwAxkM0CL6I/AAAAAAAAHis/3iqk4l-0E_U/s512/024_21A.JPG

I am Ben, 54 and haven't been to Fest since 93. I plan on raging it in 2010 though. I am single, three kids, all grown and will more than likely have one of them with me in 2010.

I live in Folsom (yes THAT Folsom) and music is my life.

WELCOME, Benny!!!! You'll find a lot of kindred spirits here. Just jump in anywhere!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome aboard, Ben! Nice to have you with us. Wow, a 17-year JF hiatus. Bet you can't wait for April to get here!!

[Nancy10016]

imo, asking someone to jazzfest is a huge step in a relationship. also, can be a huge test of a relationship. happy to see you survived both. welcome!

YYR, I asked Barry to Fest and look what happened!:D

[Nancy10016]

Welcome LynnMargaret and Ben- look forward to meeting you both at fest!

[annergizer]

make sure you get to Rock n Bowl, Ben.

[funkkjunkie]

Welcome, yall. And bennyboy, music is our lives too. :D

[Orleansnj]

hey now - welcome to LynnMargaret and Bennyboy !

Woo hoo !!!

Good story Lynn - love it.

Benny - wow - 17 year hiatus - you're gonna love 2010....but I think you've got that covered. LOL

hang out and have some fun :) We're a crazy bunch :D

[jolie]

imo, asking someone to jazzfest is a huge step in a relationship. also, can be a huge test of a relationship. happy to see you survived both. welcome!

YYR, I asked Barry to Fest and look what happened!:D

Jazz Fest was mine & Dave's 3rd date.. we haven't missed one (together) in 15 years:D

Welcome Benny!!

[NeenAtlanta]

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_ZxcZ33CXvLo/SwAxkM0CL6I/AAAAAAAAHis/3iqk4l-0E_U/s512/024_21A.JPG

I am Ben, 54 and haven't been to Fest since 93. I plan on raging it in 2010 though. I am single, three kids, all grown and will more than likely have one of them with me in 2010.

I live in Folsom (yes THAT Folsom) and music is my life.

Those are some awesome fest hats, Ben. Glad you jumped into the madness here!

[linza22]

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_ZxcZ33CXvLo/SwAxkM0CL6I/AAAAAAAAHis/3iqk4l-0E_U/s512/024_21A.JPG

I am Ben, 54 and haven't been to Fest since 93. I plan on raging it in 2010 though. I am single, three kids, all grown and will more than likely have one of them with me in 2010.

I live in Folsom (yes THAT Folsom) and music is my life.

Welcome to the board, Bennyboy!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Big Texas Welcome to all of the new folks!!!!

[bennyboy]

Whoops, sorry guys but I meant 03. (Short term memory loss and all you know...)...

[funkkjunkie]

Well good. DAt's not near as long a hiatus and yyr, short term memory loss is rampant in these parts. :D

[linza22]

Whoops, sorry guys but I meant 03. (Short term memory loss and all you know...)...

we don't know nuthin' 'bout that 'round here.....

[Belle]

we don't know nuthin' 'bout that 'round here.....

What was the conversation??What??

[Orleansnj]

short term memory loss is rampant in these parts. :D

we have that? I thought we all just had CRS (can't remember shit) :o

[ohio]

Huh?

[rosetree]

I know nuthin'!

http://cmccleskey.files.wordpress.com/2008/03/sgt_20schultz_small.jpg

[jorrox]

Hi, Gavin from Glasgow Scotland here.

Came to Jazzfest in 93, 96, 97 and 98. Then family took over.

Coming back in 2010 with my 3 buddies for FQF and all of Jazzfest.

I'm sad that so many of the R&B giants have gone but I know that the music of New Orleans will always be way above everything else.

[NYMAMA]

Welcome to the insanity Gavin.

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome to the board, Gavin!

[rowEn]

Re-introducing myself :)

Was here for JF 2007, bought myself a BC pass that year.

Returning this year with my husband, just bought two BC passes. Really enjoyed the seating and restrooms, don't really care to be right up in front of the stage...that's what zoom lenses are for! :)

Glad to be going back!

[Staxsun]

Re-introducing myself :)

Was here for JF 2007, bought myself a BC pass that year.

Returning this year with my husband, just bought two BC passes. Really enjoyed the seating and restrooms, don't really care to be right up in front of the stage...that's what zoom lenses are for! :)

Glad to be going back!

Great to have you back here!! Remind us some more about yourself. We all have short memories.

[NYMAMA]

Great to have you back here!! Remind us some more about yourself. We all have short memories.

WHAT?

[rowEn]

Great to have you back here!! Remind us some more about yourself. We all have short memories.

Was in NOLA working for about six months straight that May of 2007. Was working for the Corps of Engineers. Volunteered first weekend on Sunday for Ms Lena's tent. Had an awesome time.

Actually went back to NOLA to do more work for the Corps and help them close out the offices. Left in October, went to Iraq for six months in November.

Came home from Iraq and got a MUCH better job working for an Army office that deals with helicopters. MUCH happier in this job.

Finally convinced my husband that we had to go back to Jazz Fest this year after reading him the line up for second weekend. :)

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Welcome Back rowEn!!!!!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Finally convinced my husband that we had to go back to Jazz Fest this year after reading him the line up for second weekend. :)

Welcome back to the bored and JF, rowEn!!

[ice nine]

Hi, my name is Mark. First went to JF in 2006. Always wanted to go back and it seems like this year is it. Big Elvis Costello fan here. I can't go both weekends. I may be interested in a Brass Pass. Do they let two people share one pass? How can I find someone who wants a pass for the first weekend?

[mightyradgumbo]

Hi, my name is Mark. First went to JF in 2006. Always wanted to go back and it seems like this year is it. Big Elvis Costello fan here. I can't go both weekends. I may be interested in a Brass Pass. Do they let two people share one pass? How can I find someone who wants a pass for the first weekend?

Hey Mark...welcome to the boreds..ice nine? is your bored name related to the Dead in any way? They will let people share a pass. What weekend are you planning on doing? I believe my brother and I are splitting a BP and he is a first weekender. I am sure you will find someone you can work something out with here...really quality peeps for sure

[mightyradgumbo]

Well good. DAt's not near as long a hiatus and yyr, short term memory loss is rampant in these parts. :D

do I know you?

[festivalgirl]

Hi, my name is Mark. First went to JF in 2006. Always wanted to go back and it seems like this year is it. Big Elvis Costello fan here. I can't go both weekends. I may be interested in a Brass Pass. Do they let two people share one pass? How can I find someone who wants a pass for the first weekend?

if you love elvis, you must be ok! have you seen him with the sugarcanes yet? it was an excellent show ..... can't wait to see him at fest again.

[mightyradgumbo]

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_ZxcZ33CXvLo/SwAxkM0CL6I/AAAAAAAAHis/3iqk4l-0E_U/s512/024_21A.JPG

I am Ben, 54 and haven't been to Fest since 93. I plan on raging it in 2010 though. I am single, three kids, all grown and will more than likely have one of them with me in 2010.

I live in Folsom (yes THAT Folsom) and music is my life.

Welcome aboard Ben...are you going to be released in time for JF...couldn't resist, man:D

[sharon_loves_fats]

Hi, my name is Mark. First went to JF in 2006. Always wanted to go back and it seems like this year is it. Big Elvis Costello fan here. I can't go both weekends. I may be interested in a Brass Pass. Do they let two people share one pass? How can I find someone who wants a pass for the first weekend?

Hi Mark, welcome to the bored! Like Gumbo said, stick around, join in the fun, and I'm sure you'll find someone to split a Brass Pass with.

[Miss Silly]

Hello!

Three visit later and after completely falling in love with Nola, 2010 will be my first Jazz fest! I'm ridiculously stoked. I'm a music lover (putting in mildly). I went to univeristy as a music performance major (although classical) but now work as an accountant. It has been about ten years and I still have some regrets over the path i have taken. Not that i don't have a good life... but I miss performing and in fact, I haven't played much since. While music is still a huge part of my life, my role has shifted from creating music towards spectating/listening and studying various forms of dance.

Jazz is a world i have always loved although my knowledge base isn't as extensive. Being a part of live performances (even as a spectator) is definitely one of the things i love the most in the world :-)

So i'm a jazz-fest noob although I have this feeling that while this is my first...it will not be my last! LOL. In fact i have a calendar count-down thing on my fridge that i check off each day until i'm back in New Orleans. 124 days to go ;-P And yes, i'm attending the first weekend (for no particular reason only that this weekend was better for work & scheduling).

[Staxsun]

Welcome, Miss Silly!!! Look forward from seeing more from you here on the board. Maybe we'll meet you at Fest.

[Miss Silly]

Thank you!!! Yes i will be studying these forums LOL

[Phatpapa]

Welcome to the craziness, Miss Silly. You will find many like minded folks her on da bored!!

[festbabe]

Hello!

.. I went to univeristy as a music performance major (although classical) but now work as an accountant.

..

Hi Miss Silly - maybe I've found my Threadhead twin? I was a classically-trained music major and became a bookkeeper :) Welcome to the Threadhead Nation!

[BigDag]

Yes, if you're silly, you've come to the right place.

[Miss Silly]

*eeexxxccellent*

I'm glad there are other sillies here ;-P LOL

Wow festbabe...Crazy! If you say you played bassoon, i think i'm going to fall off my chair LOL

[festbabe]

*eeexxxccellent*

I'm glad there are other sillies here ;-P LOL

Wow festbabe...Crazy! If you say you played bassoon, i think i'm going to fall off my chair LOL

Clarinet! (Contra-bass clarinet, really, so I often get to play the contra-bassoon part). LOL!

[funkkjunkie]

Welcome to all yall newbies! and hmm, mightyrad, you look familiar...

[Lit]

and hmm, mightyrad, you look familiar...

mightyradgumbo = Jan Ramsey

[ice nine]

Hey Mighty - My name refers to Kurt Vonnegut's Cat's Cradle. I was reading it at the time of coming on the board. I was trying to figure out a good name to use and I didn't want anything too stupid or anything. (It's really quite hard to come up with a suitable screen name.)

Hey Festivalgirl - I've seen Elvis several times. Twice with The Imposters and once with Emmylou. Looking forwards to seeing him with The Sugarcanes.

[MormonMatthew]

Ice Nine was also the name of the Grateful Dead's music publishing co., which they too took from Vonnegut's "Cat's Cradle"
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I am a big fan of Elvis Costello as well, having seen him at Jazzfest a couple of times before, as well as a few other places along the way. EC seems to really connect to New Orleans, and I am sure his set will be a good one!!!

Glad to have you on the board----Matthew

[sharon_loves_fats]

Hello!


Welcome aboard, Miss Silly!! I love your avatar! :D

[Miss Silly]

Clarinet! (Contra-bass clarinet, really, so I often get to play the contra-bassoon part). LOL!

LOL awesome!!!!! Go reed instruments!!! ;-P I always loved Debussy & Ravel---they write such kick-butt orchestral parts for winds. The contra-bassoon was a monster i only tried once (unsuccessfully LOL).

Do you still play at all? I still have a bit of an emotional "thing" about playing again (plus i'm not sure how my reed-making skillz lasted hahaha). Right now wii rock band is about all i play ;-P

Welcome aboard, Miss Silly!! I love your avatar! :D

LOL thank you :)

[linza22]

*eeexxxccellent*

I'm glad there are other sillies here ;-P LOL

Wow festbabe...Crazy! If you say you played bassoon, i think i'm going to fall off my chair LOL

Hi Silly!

flute/oboe player here! love those double reeds!

[LynnMargaret]

Hi Silly!

Silly is one of my favorite things!

Oh, and I switched from Clarinet in grade school to Alto Sax in Junior High to Tenor and Bari Sax in high school!

Has anyone gotten together a Threadhead Woodwind Combo or anything?!?

Welcom, Silly!

[linza22]

Hi Silly!

Silly is one of my favorite things!

Oh, and I switched from Clarinet in grade school to Alto Sax in Junior High to Tenor and Bari Sax in high school!

Has anyone gotten together a Threadhead Woodwind Combo or anything?!?

Welcom, Silly!

that's exactly what we need!

[Miss Silly]

LM - i'm glad you like silly! :-)

Linza - Like most bassoon players, i started on something else. Flute! LOL Did you prefer oboe or flute? I do love the oboe. But i admit it was a lot easier not making reeds hahaha ("...i'm having a bad reed day!").

That would be so fun to have a little ensemble.

[TTTTURBODOG]

Hello, my name is Clay I like quiet walks on the beach....


and TURBODOG! :)

Fromer resident of the North Shore - family in New Iberia (yeah Cher the 2010 Fest is gonna be the best evah!)

Current location Bay Area, California, USA, North America, Earth, Sol, Milky Way, Mind Of God.

[NYMAMA]

Hello, my name is Clay I like quiet walks on the beach....


and TURBODOG! :)

Fromer resident of the North Shore - family in New Iberia (yeah Cher the 2010 Fest is gonna be the best evah!)

Current location Bay Area, California, USA, North America, Earth, Sol, Milky Way, Mind Of God.

Welcome Dog.

[saturn]

Hello, my name is Clay I like quiet walks on the beach....


and TURBODOG! :)

Fromer resident of the North Shore - family in New Iberia (yeah Cher the 2010 Fest is gonna be the best evah!)

Current location Bay Area, California, USA, North America, Earth, Sol, Milky Way, Mind Of God.

Welcome to the board. Do we call you "TTT" or "dog"? ;)

[linza22]

Hello, my name is Clay I like quiet walks on the beach....


and TURBODOG! :)

Fromer resident of the North Shore - family in New Iberia (yeah Cher the 2010 Fest is gonna be the best evah!)

Current location Bay Area, California, USA, North America, Earth, Sol, Milky Way, Mind Of God.

welcome Turbo. i got a good laugh out of your introduction! Welcome to the madness!

[TTTTURBODOG]

Thanks Folks!

I have a very good feeling about this year's fest!

Cheers!

Tha Dog

[saturn]

Hey Mighty - My name refers to Kurt Vonnegut's Cat's Cradle. I was reading it at the time of coming on the board. I was trying to figure out a good name to use and I didn't want anything too stupid or anything. (It's really quite hard to come up with a suitable screen name.)


My husband's excuse for not coming on the board is that someone stole the name he wanted to use - ice nine. ;)

Welcome to the board.

[rosetree]

My husband's excuse for not coming on the board is that someone stole the name he wanted to use - ice nine. ;)

Welcome to the board.

Mr Musichead isn't a good enough name???;)

[festivalgirl]

My husband's excuse for not coming on the board is that someone stole the name he wanted to use - ice nine. ;)

That's his story and he's sticking to it!! :p

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome aboard, Turbodog!

[MJGG]

Hi all! Mary Jane here. Fell in love with nola and the fest in '05. Yes I am a newbie. My husband and I have six children whom have visited New Orleans twice with us. Hope to make this year's party! We will see. x - fingers crossed.

[Staxsun]

Hi all! Mary Jane here. Fell in love with nola and the fest in '05. Yes I am a newbie. My husband and I have six children whom have visited New Orleans twice with us. Hope to make this year's party! We will see. x - fingers crossed.

Welcome! I'll keep mine crossed, too. Join in the craziness that is this board.

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome, Mary Jane! Hope you make it to Fest!!

[linza22]

Hi all! Mary Jane here. Fell in love with nola and the fest in '05. Yes I am a newbie. My husband and I have six children whom have visited New Orleans twice with us. Hope to make this year's party! We will see. x - fingers crossed.


Welcome to the bored Mary Jane! Hope to see you at this years fest!

[Corona]

Hi Silly!

Silly is one of my favorite things!

Oh, and I switched from Clarinet in grade school to Alto Sax in Junior High to Tenor and Bari Sax in high school!

Has anyone gotten together a Threadhead Woodwind Combo or anything?!?

Welcom, Silly!
Hi guys, been slacking on this thread. So sorry :(

Welcome to all the new Threadheads!! So fun!

You can add me to that woodwind combo...clarinet in high school but piano all the way through grade school and high school.

[MJGG]

Thanks guys. I already feel at home here!

[jolie]

LM - i'm glad you like silly! :-)

Linza - Like most bassoon players, i started on something else. Flute! LOL Did you prefer oboe or flute? I do love the oboe. But i admit it was a lot easier not making reeds hahaha ("...i'm having a bad reed day!").

That would be so fun to have a little ensemble.

Hello, my name is Clay I like quiet walks on the beach....


and TURBODOG! :)

Fromer resident of the North Shore - family in New Iberia (yeah Cher the 2010 Fest is gonna be the best evah!)

Current location Bay Area, California, USA, North America, Earth, Sol, Milky Way, Mind Of God.

Hi all! Mary Jane here. Fell in love with nola and the fest in '05. Yes I am a newbie. My husband and I have six children whom have visited New Orleans twice with us. Hope to make this year's party! We will see. x - fingers crossed.


WELCOME ALL!!!! Look forward to saying Hello in person come fest time.
TTTurbodog I reside on the NorthShore and we have a lil get together here on the Wednesday 'tween. Hope to see some new faces...

[dollylava]

Hi all!
I posted in the first timer thread and was told to come on over here and introduce myself. I'm Dolly, I'm from Chicago and I'm coming to jazz fest for the first time this year! I'm coming with a small group of friends to celebrate a friend's bday. We don't have any set plans yet except that we are coming for the 2nd weekend.

[Staxsun]

Hi all!
I posted in the first timer thread and was told to come on over here and introduce myself. I'm Dolly, I'm from Chicago and I'm coming to jazz fest for the first time this year! I'm coming with a small group of friends to celebrate a friend's bday. We don't have any set plans yet except that we are coming for the 2nd weekend.

Hello, Dolly! Plans are not necessary. You will have a great time! Any questions you have will be answered here (even if it happens in a silly manner). We all love the Fest. Many of us have been going for many years, so we know some of the dos and don'ts.

[sharon_loves_fats]

Hi all!
I posted in the first timer thread and was told to come on over here and introduce myself. I'm Dolly, I'm from Chicago and I'm coming to jazz fest for the first time this year! I'm coming with a small group of friends to celebrate a friend's bday. We don't have any set plans yet except that we are coming for the 2nd weekend.

Welcome aboard, Dolly. Having no set plans, those often turn out to be the best trips! You are gonna love JF!!!

[sophisticated sissy]

... so we know some of the dos and don'ts.


Stax, don't you mean do's and d'ohs!? ;) :p

Welcome to all the noobs! You're going to have a lot of fun here on the forum and at Jazz Fest! (How many more days?)

[Staxsun]

Stax, don't you mean do's and d'ohs!? ;) :p

Welcome to all the noobs! You're going to have a lot of fun here on the forum and at Jazz Fest! (How many more days?)

Yeayourite!

[Jimbo]

Just joined threadheads. I am from Asheville, NC and will be attending my 16th Fest this year on the 2nd weekend.

[funkkjunkie]

Welcome to the festing good times, jimbo!

[linza22]

Just joined threadheads. I am from Asheville, NC and will be attending my 16th Fest this year on the 2nd weekend.

Hey Jimbo, Charlotte NC here! welcome to the board. I kept trying to get Swag (threadhead) to a show at the Orange Peel, but our schedules never work for who i want to see! Love your neck of the woods!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Just joined threadheads. I am from Asheville, NC and will be attending my 16th Fest this year on the 2nd weekend.

Welcome to the Threadheads, Jimbo!

[Phatpapa]

Welcome, Jimbo and all the other noobs. Some of the finest people on the planet here in Threadheadville

[Corona]

hey Jimbo! Welcome :)

[art77]

Hi all
this is our third trip to the festival of all ... in the town that is the party of all parties ...

Very useful info here


anybody else from the UK going to NOJF 2010 ?

[ibjamn]

Hi all
this is our third trip to the festival of all ... in the town that is the party of all parties ...

Very useful info here


anybody else from the UK going to NOJF 2010 ?

Welcome, Art!! We usually have several Brits on this board. Where has Macolm been, anyway? Anyway, welcome to the board & make sure you check out www.swagland.com

[sharon_loves_fats]

Hi all
this is our third trip to the festival of all ... in the town that is the party of all parties ...


Welcome to the bored, Art!

[Canine Horror]

Hi all
this is our third trip to the festival of all ... in the town that is the party of all parties ...

Very useful info here


anybody else from the UK going to NOJF 2010 ?

Hi there, Art77.

Yup, I'll be going from London for my 8th fest (5th consecutive).
Tend to meet lots of Brits (and other Europeans) whenever I'm in New Orleans -- especially while watching the footy in various Irish bars.
Being your third time, you probably know your way around, but if you need any info you've found the right place.

Marc

[Tedzee]

Hey-o,
Looking forward to attending weekend one. This will be my second time - - the last being back in 2006. Bruce was awesome, but loved it all!

I am a 5th grade teacher who will be taking some personal days to fest my jazz and heritage!

The 2006 trip was a guy's vacation to celebrate turning 40. A mix of friends have gone back since, but this will be the first year we'll be back at near full force.

Interested in recommendations for airboat/swamp tours sometime during the weekend. I have done a little research, but interested in some "done it" reviews.

Thanks!

[Jimbo]

Hey Linza! You should bring Swag to Leaf. I met him at the Make It Funky concert. I think in 2004. Have you ever been to Leaf in Black Mt? Its twice a year in May and October. Its one of the best.

[Jimbo]

Give me a shout if you guys ever make it this way.

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome aboard, Tedzee! I've never done a swamp tour, but I'm sure some folks who have will chime in with their reviews.

[Jim175]

Jim in NY here, coming down for my 13th Fest, both weekends this year! Life is good!

[Staxsun]

Jim in NY here, coming down for my 13th Fest, both weekends this year! Life is good!

Welcome to the bored, Jim, and all the others! We always need more kindred spirits here.

[linza22]

Hey Linza! You should bring Swag to Leaf. I met him at the Make It Funky concert. I think in 2004. Have you ever been to Leaf in Black Mt? Its twice a year in May and October. Its one of the best.

Black Mountain Music Festival was what I attended 2ce a year....everytime i try and make it to Leaf, something comes up! I'm a member of an outdoor adventure group in charlotte, and we always have a group that goes up!

[linza22]

Welcome Art77, Tedzee and Jim175!

[NeenAtlanta]

Welcome to all of the newcomers to the board. So glad you jumped in an introduced yourself. THis is my favorite time of year, when all sorts of new folks show up and you know you are going to get to meet some of them and become friends!!

Happy Jazz Fest everyone!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Jim in NY here, coming down for my 13th Fest, both weekends this year! Life is good!

The whole enchilada? Life is indeed good! Welcome aboard, Jim!!

[funkkjunkie]

WElcome to all yall! Hey, tedzee, i'm a library media specialist at a 5-6 school. my fave job ever. :D

[Corona]

Hey-o,
Looking forward to attending weekend one. This will be my second time - - the last being back in 2006. Bruce was awesome, but loved it all!

I am a 5th grade teacher who will be taking some personal days to fest my jazz and heritage!

The 2006 trip was a guy's vacation to celebrate turning 40. A mix of friends have gone back since, but this will be the first year we'll be back at near full force.

Interested in recommendations for airboat/swamp tours sometime during the weekend. I have done a little research, but interested in some "done it" reviews.

Thanks!
Hey Tedzee, welcome!!
I'd go with Airboat Adventures....nice small boats to get in the nooks and crannies of the swamp. Great tour guides as well. Have done this tour a couple of times and loved it! Happy Fest planning!! :)

[linza22]

Give me a shout if you guys ever make it this way.

Definately will! We were going up over the Christmas holiday, but y'all were kinda snowed in, so we went to the shore instead (Isle of Palms, Charleston, SC).

[linza22]

Hey-o,
Looking forward to attending weekend one. This will be my second time - - the last being back in 2006. Bruce was awesome, but loved it all!

I am a 5th grade teacher who will be taking some personal days to fest my jazz and heritage!

The 2006 trip was a guy's vacation to celebrate turning 40. A mix of friends have gone back since, but this will be the first year we'll be back at near full force.

Interested in recommendations for airboat/swamp tours sometime during the weekend. I have done a little research, but interested in some "done it" reviews.

Thanks!

oh! keep us posted on which one you pick and what day you'll be going. i've always been curious about that!

[bluedog]

hey ya'll sorry it's been sooooooo long since my last drive by post. Life has been busy since i've last posted. I gots myself a j.o.b. teaching in a Montessori Preschool & I LOVE IT! I've missed coming here & chatting it up w everyone but between work & the kids now 5 & 8 & 23 .... it's nuts! I try to stay active via fb thanx to The TH Nation ... hubby & I are certainly coming to jf this year w/ newbies & hoping to see some old friends & meet some new! We will be there the last weekend 4 fabulous daze .... someday the whole enchilada. *sigh*
Happy Carnival time ya'll & how many sleeps til JF?

[pokerchick66]

hey ya'll sorry it's been sooooooo long since my last drive by post. Life has been busy since i've last posted. I gots myself a j.o.b. teaching in a Montessori Preschool & I LOVE IT! I've missed coming here & chatting it up w everyone but between work & the kids now 5 & 8 & 23 .... it's nuts! I try to stay active via fb thanx to The TH Nation ... hubby & I are certainly coming to jf this year w/ newbies & hoping to see some old friends & meet some new! We will be there the last weekend 4 fabulous daze .... someday the whole enchilada. *sigh*
Happy Carnival time ya'll & how many sleeps til JF?

That's fabulous, Johnna! Congratulations. Feels good to have a job again, huh? So glad you're gonna be at fest again and I think it's 99 more sleeps or close to it. :)

[bluedog]

That's fabulous, Johnna! Congratulations. Feels good to have a job again, huh? So glad you're gonna be at fest again and I think it's 99 more sleeps or close to it. :)

Hey Monica!!!! So sorry we missed u last year. We had newbies with us & well Im not sure how to put this but .... they kinda peed on our parade. Not sure NOLA is for them well at least not JF. There were a bit tightly wound. We actually gave their tix away last year after the first day! They were highly critical of the dinking and carrying on till they FINALLY drank themselves which din't happen till after sun went down in bars on bourbon ... ;0/ blech! Fights broke out it wasn't pretty but this year I AINT GONNA LET NOBODY RAIN ON MY PARADE!
... honestly last year was kinda a bummer .... so much we almost were'nt gonna come this year for 2 reasons ... last years rookie issues & finacially but dis year we gonna have a good time ... everyone can fend for themselves. and there will be no worries! at least on our side! ;0)

[pokerchick66]

Hey Monica!!!! So sorry we missed u last year. We had newbies with us & well Im not sure how to put this but .... they kinda peed on our parade. Not sure NOLA is for them well at least not JF. There were a bit tightly wound. We actually gave their tix away last year after the first day! They were highly critical of the dinking and carrying on till they FINALLY drank themselves which din't happen till after sun went down in bars on bourbon ... ;0/ blech! Fights broke out it wasn't pretty but this year I AINT GONNA LET NOBODY RAIN ON MY PARADE!
... honestly last year was kinda a bummer .... so much we almost were'nt gonna come this year for 2 reasons ... last years rookie issues & finacially but dis year we gonna have a good time ... everyone can fend for themselves. and there will be no worries! at least on our side! ;0)

You go, girl. ANd I better you see you this year! ;)

[Corona]

Hey Monica!!!! So sorry we missed u last year. We had newbies with us & well Im not sure how to put this but .... they kinda peed on our parade. Not sure NOLA is for them well at least not JF. There were a bit tightly wound. We actually gave their tix away last year after the first day! They were highly critical of the dinking and carrying on till they FINALLY drank themselves which din't happen till after sun went down in bars on bourbon ... ;0/ blech! Fights broke out it wasn't pretty but this year I AINT GONNA LET NOBODY RAIN ON MY PARADE!
... honestly last year was kinda a bummer .... so much we almost were'nt gonna come this year for 2 reasons ... last years rookie issues & finacially but dis year we gonna have a good time ... everyone can fend for themselves. and there will be no worries! at least on our side! ;0)
very good plan for this year Johnna! I've brought newbies many times too...some good experiences, some not so good. Forcing them to be responsible for themselves is numero uno in importance. You gotta have a good time too! See you second weekend chica :D

[funkkjunkie]

Yay on the job, bluedog!
My kids and grandkid went to montessori. love it.

[mcmaclean]

Here I is !

My name is Max, uber-geek by Day, Jazz lover by night.
Been coming to JF mostly every year since before the flood.
Lucky to be renting a house next to the fair grounds again this year.
Every year I meet the best people in the world in New Orleans.

Cheers !

http://mysite.verizon.net/vzexh38l/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/.pond/JazzFest07.jpg.w300h225.jpg

[Staxsun]

Here I is !

My name is Max, uber-geek by Day, Jazz lover by night.
Been coming to JF mostly every year since before the flood.
Lucky to be renting a house next to the fair grounds again this year.
Every year I meet the best people in the world in New Orleans.

Cheers !

http://mysite.verizon.net/vzexh38l/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/.pond/JazzFest07.jpg.w300h225.jpg

Great to have you here, Max! Party at Max's house! You don't mind if several hundred of your closest friends crash at your house, do you?

[linza22]

Here I is !

My name is Max, uber-geek by Day, Jazz lover by night.
Been coming to JF mostly every year since before the flood.
Lucky to be renting a house next to the fair grounds again this year.
Every year I meet the best people in the world in New Orleans.

Cheers !

http://mysite.verizon.net/vzexh38l/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/.pond/JazzFest07.jpg.w300h225.jpg

welcome Max! I'm thinkin' dinks at your house then! can't wait to meet ya!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome aboard, Max!

[ice nine]

Hey all!

Just checking in. I have the day off so I'm looking into travel plans, hotel vs. bed & breakfast, club bookings on Frenchmen, etc for the second weekend. I figure now is a good time to actually start planing. Like I said last month on here, I'm trying to find someone to split a BrassPass. No luck yet. Still looking forward to coming for my 2nd JF. Maybe this time I will introduce myself to others on the board. See you all in April.

[hercules9273]

Spent the last twenty years visiting New Orleans for Carnival. Kids grew up, airline industry went in the tank and I was offered money plus lifetime flying privileges to go away. Found a retirement job in New Orleans and my wife and I moved to the tropics.

Saw our first Jazzfest last year and (except for the Bon Jovi fans) were blown away. The Wing tribute in the Gospel Tent, the Second Line at the end of Pete Fountain, Johnny Winter tearing it up. Bonerama, Dr. John, CJ Chenier, Bo Dollis, just doing laps around the track.

Carnival, French Quarterfest, Jazzfest, Satchmofest, Blues and BBQFest. Don't need to fly much, already where I want to be.

[freebo]

Welcome, hercules!

You are a lucky dog to be living in NOLA.

Best wishes for a long and happy 'retirement', and welcome to da boreds.

:D

[SunSpot]

Good morning from Southern Maryland. I'll be heading to Jazz Fest this year, second weekend. This will be my 4th Fest over the past 10 years, however one of my traveling companions will be attending for the 22nd straight year.

This is a great site and has already provided me with some valuable information. Thanks to all!

[piscesgirl]

Welcome sunspot, hercules, ice nine and everyone else I've missed. Hope to see you at the meet-ups!!

Bluedog, you poor thing!! I feel your pain. My number one rule is "No whining at Fest!" That goes for the adults as well as the kids. Hope you have a better time this year!

[bhammp]

Hello to all, my husband and I are going to the 2010 fest - I went in 2008 and my husband has never been to New Orleans at all. We are coming from the Pacific Northwest - Bellingham, Wa to be specific. I went with girlfriends for one weekend only before - and this time we are going for the 2nd weekend - longtime admirers of Van and Elvis Costello. I have been reading through threads and impressed with the wealth of knowledge contained within - but if anyone has their top 10 list of things to do for New Orleans newbies, I would very much appreciate it - I would like my hsband's first time to really rock!! - Thanks all - bhammp

[Jimbo]

Hey Linza: I thought I would give you a heads up if you want to do some jazz fest training. Allen Toussaint is playing the Orange Peel on April 15th. My wife and I are going. Should be great.

[NESTOR]

I have been following this forum for years! My first fest was 1998 and I am on my way to my 11th Fest this year!!! So Psyched!!!!!

Not sure why I never jumped in the forum till now....I would like to say hi to all!!!!!

I love New Orleans and have had some of the best experiences in my life at the FEST!!!! I am booked for the first weekend, which is new for me. I think I have only been to the first weekend once. As long as I am at the fest I am all set!!!!!

[linza22]

I have been following this forum for years! My first fest was 1998 and I am on my way to my 11th Fest this year!!! So Psyched!!!!!

Not sure why I never jumped in the forum till now....I would like to say hi to all!!!!!

I love New Orleans and have had some of the best experiences in my life at the FEST!!!! I am booked for the first weekend, which is new for me. I think I have only been to the first weekend once. As long as I am at the fest I am all set!!!!!

welcome Nestor! you're gonna love being part of the threadhead fambly!

[NESTOR]

My name is Alex and I am headed to my 11th Fest! I live in CT, and love good live music. I am a Broker in the tri-state area who works hard and plays too hard.... I look forward to hopefully meeting some o my fellow Fest Veterans this year. I am going for the first weekend, which is a new thing for me. I have always gone the second weekend to catch the block party in Frenchmen. I am sure that Frenchmen will be hopping first weekend as well. RIGHT? Anyone ever been on the first weekend?

[NESTOR]

welcome Nestor! you're gonna love being part of the threadhead fambly!

Thank you Linza!!!!!!! Much Appreciated!!!!

[linza22]

My name is Alex and I am headed to my 11th Fest! I live in CT, and love good live music. I am a Broker in the tri-state area who works hard and plays too hard.... I look forward to hopefully meeting some o my fellow Fest Veterans this year. I am going for the first weekend, which is a new thing for me. I have always gone the second weekend to catch the block party in Frenchmen. I am sure that Frenchmen will be hopping first weekend as well. RIGHT? Anyone ever been on the first weekend?

oh yeah! it'll be hoppin'....i'm down for the first weekend also....works better with my 'corporate' schedule!

[NESTOR]

oh yeah! it'll be hoppin'....i'm down for the first weekend also....works better with my 'corporate' schedule!

The exact reason I am going that weekend as well..... I also like to stay at the Prince Conti and they are booked first weekend. No matter! I am just psyched to be in NOLA!

PARTY AT MAX's HOUSE! LOL!!!!

[Staxsun]

Welcome Alex and all the new folks! Glad to have you here!

[ashefestfreak]

Hey Linza: I thought I would give you a heads up if you want to do some jazz fest training. Allen Toussaint is playing the Orange Peel on April 15th. My wife and I are going. Should be great.
Hey Jimbo. I too live in Asheville and will plan on being at the Orane Peel. This will be year #22 for me for JF. Let's hook up here in Asheville!

[linza22]

Hey Linza: I thought I would give you a heads up if you want to do some jazz fest training. Allen Toussaint is playing the Orange Peel on April 15th. My wife and I are going. Should be great.

saweet. a little something between French Quarter Fest and JF! Haven't been to the Orange Peel in ages! There's a cute little camp ground i like to stay at right down the road!

[Staxsun]

Hello to all, my husband and I are going to the 2010 fest - I went in 2008 and my husband has never been to New Orleans at all. We are coming from the Pacific Northwest - Bellingham, Wa to be specific. I went with girlfriends for one weekend only before - and this time we are going for the 2nd weekend - longtime admirers of Van and Elvis Costello. I have been reading through threads and impressed with the wealth of knowledge contained within - but if anyone has their top 10 list of things to do for New Orleans newbies, I would very much appreciate it - I would like my hsband's first time to really rock!! - Thanks all - bhammp

We have friends up in Ferndale and have been to Bellingham a few times. Nice place!

Off the top of my head:

Top 10 New Orleans things for newbies:

Ride the streetcar through the Garden District to the Riverbend and see Tulane, Audubon Park, etc.

Ride the ferry to Algiers and back. The price is right, and it's a view you can't get any other way.

Walk around Jackson Square and the French Quarter and have a beignet and Cafe au lait at Cafe DuMonde.

Walk around the clubs and restaurants of Frenchman Street and the Marigny - quite a different vibe than the French Quarter.

Buy some music at the Louisiana Music Factory and catch some in-stores there.

Have a Hurricane in the back patio at Pat O'Brien's (a little touristy, but nice).

Have one fancy meal. All the restaurants in New Orleans have great food, but it's nice as a newbie to eat and get some of that old world service charm.

Go to the D-Day museum (I think they may have actually changed the name). This is a big part of our history, and many of the docents are guys who lived this.

Take the National Park Service walking tour of the French Quarter (this is different than exploring on your own.

Go to Central Grocery and buy a muffaletta and a Barq's to go, and then walk up over the Moon Walk to the river and sit and eat it. (Daytime).

There are thousands of other great things to do.

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome hercules, sunspot, bhammp & nestor!! Glad you are onboard!

[rosetree]

Off the top of my head:

Top 10 New Orleans things for newbies:


Ride the ferry to Algiers and back. The price is right, and it's a view you can't get any other way.



You can get off the Ferry and walk 8 blocks to the best free show on the Westbank at Rosetree Blown Glass Studio (go ahead Barb,I know you want to). Too many people take the Ferry and don't get off. This is so frustrating for the businesses in Algiers Point. We have a great neighborhood, and it's the best-kept secret in the city. ;) :D

[Michelino]

You can get off the Ferry and walk 8 blocks to the best free show on the Westbank at Rosetree Blown Glass Studio (go ahead Barb,I know you want to). Too many people take the Ferry and don't get off. This is so frustrating for the businesses in Algiers Point. We have a great neighborhood, and it's the best-kept secret in the city. ;) :D

Yeah, a walk through Algiers Point is an off-the-beaten-path (and relaxing) treat...of course coming across your studio is part of what makes it even more special.

And back across the river, taking a long and lazy daytime stroll on Magazine will also make memories.

Other cool newbie stuff is making sure to catch at least one drink in the Napoleon House/and or The Carousel Bar at the Monteleone.

[festivalgirl]

Yeah, a walk through Algiers Point is an off-the-beaten-path (and relaxing) treat...of course coming across your studio is part of what makes it even more special.

And back across the river, taking a long and lazy daytime stroll on Magazine will also make memories.

Other cool newbie stuff is making sure to catch at least one drink in the Napoleon House/and or The Carousel Bar at the Monteleone.

The Carousel Bar is a must .... even when you're not a newbie! :)

[linza22]

The Carousel Bar is a must .... even when you're not a newbie! :)

I drag Swag to the Carousel Bar...I love it!

[NYMAMA]

Ride the streetcar up St. Charles.

[jpb302]

Hello fellow JF lovers,
My name is Joe. After reading these threads for many years I figured I would go ahead and introduce myself. I attended my first Jazz Fest in 1999 and have yet to miss one. Usually come for 2nd weekend, Thursday to Monday.

I enjoy the fairgrounds during the day but the night shows are where it's at for me. I try to hit multiple night shows each night. Some of my favorite bands are funky Meters, PBS, Anders, subdudes, Feat, Mule, Robert Randolph, and Jupiter Coyote to name a few. Really miss the theatre shows at Saenger, etc...due to Katrina. It really left a void in the night shows but I hope they can be restored to pre-Katrina beauty. Love the sights and sounds of Jazz Fest. I look forward to it every year!

[linza22]

Hello fellow JF lovers,
My name is Joe. After reading these threads for many years I figured I would go ahead and introduce myself. I attended my first Jazz Fest in 1999 and have yet to miss one. Usually come for 2nd weekend, Thursday to Monday.

I enjoy the fairgrounds during the day but the night shows are where it's at for me. I try to hit multiple night shows each night. Some of my favorite bands are funky Meters, PBS, Anders, subdudes, Feat, Mule, Robert Randolph, and Jupiter Coyote to name a few. Really miss the theatre shows at Saenger, etc...due to Katrina. It really left a void in the night shows but I hope they can be restored to pre-Katrina beauty. Love the sights and sounds of Jazz Fest. I look forward to it every year!

welcome!

[Jimbo]

Hey Jimbo. I too live in Asheville and will plan on being at the Orane Peel. This will be year #22 for me for JF. Let's hook up here in Asheville!
Sounds good. I have tentative plans to go to Jack-o Woods on Friday Feb 5 to see Sirius B and definite plans to see Leon Redbone on March 3 at the Grey Eagle. Also will be seeing Arlo Guthrie and his family at the Wortham on March 4. This will be my 16th Jazz Fest Do you go to Leaf?

[sharon_loves_fats]

Hello fellow JF lovers,
My name is Joe. After reading these threads for many years I figured I would go ahead and introduce myself.

Welcome, Joe! Glad you are out from lurkdom!!

[eZe]

Glad ya jumped on in..the water is just fine.

[postjack]

Hi Everyone!

My name is Jack and I live in Mobile, AL, just a little over two hours from New Orleans. Since 2000 I have enjoyed the night shows during the Fest, but believe it or not, even living this close, I have never been to the actual Fest proper. I plan on changing that this year.

Thank you, thank you, thank you for the wealth of information provided here, as well as at Swagland and the Grids. I'm really getting pumped for this year.

[Orleansnj]

Hi Everyone!

My name is Jack and I live in Mobile, AL, just a little over two hours from New Orleans. Since 2000 I have enjoyed the night shows during the Fest, but believe it or not, even living this close, I have never been to the actual Fest proper. I plan on changing that this year.

Thank you, thank you, thank you for the wealth of information provided here, as well as at Swagland and the Grids. I'm really getting pumped for this year.

OMG - you're a JF virgin?!?!?! ;) LOL.....

We meet at Liuzza's before the gates open to have a morning refreshment (bloody mary or whatever your choice)... and we usually meet at Beer Tent #5 - Ms. Lena's tent at 1:45 each day of the fest for some hangin' out..... HAPPY FESTING !!!!

In the next few weeks you'll see tons and tons of information on tips for a fun fest/things to bring/ and all that - you'll surely have a fantastic time at the Fest.

[postjack]

OMG - you're a JF virgin?!?!?! ;) LOL.....

Yeah I know, awful right? :p

It is looking like the first Sunday is an absolute must do for me. I've been wanting to see King Sunny Ade ever since I first heard him several years ago. ABB and Levon Helm band, and whatever unknown treasures await, are just icing on the fried oysters.

[Corona]

Yeah I know, awful right? :p

It is looking like the first Sunday is an absolute must do for me. I've been wanting to see King Sunny Ade ever since I first heard him several years ago. ABB and Levon Helm band, and whatever unknown treasures await, are just icing on the fried oysters.
No! we LOVE JF virgins....makes us remember what it was like when we lost our fest cherry :D :D Welcome!!

[njk918]

Hi! I'm Natalie from Pittsburgh, PA. I've been reading for awhile, but decided to jump on in. This year will be my 3rd JF, but I've been to NOLA many more times than that. December is one of my favorite times to visit, besides JF. The place got into my blood and I feel like I belong there. The second I leave, I can't wait to get back!

[linza22]

Hi! I'm Natalie from Pittsburgh, PA. I've been reading for awhile, but decided to jump on in. This year will be my 3rd JF, but I've been to NOLA many more times than that. December is one of my favorite times to visit, besides JF. The place got into my blood and I feel like I belong there. The second I leave, I can't wait to get back!

Welcome Natalie! can't wait to meet you at one of the meet-ups or Liuzza's!

[BigDag]

Hi! I'm Natalie from Pittsburgh, PA. I've been reading for awhile, but decided to jump on in. This year will be my 3rd JF, but I've been to NOLA many more times than that. December is one of my favorite times to visit, besides JF. The place got into my blood and I feel like I belong there. The second I leave, I can't wait to get back!

Sounds like you're one of us, Natalie. Welcome.

[Miss Silly]

Hello to all, my husband and I are going to the 2010 fest - I went in 2008 and my husband has never been to New Orleans at all. We are coming from the Pacific Northwest - Bellingham, Wa to be specific. I went with girlfriends for one weekend only before - and this time we are going for the 2nd weekend - longtime admirers of Van and Elvis Costello. I have been reading through threads and impressed with the wealth of knowledge contained within - but if anyone has their top 10 list of things to do for New Orleans newbies, I would very much appreciate it - I would like my hsband's first time to really rock!! - Thanks all - bhammp

You are a hop, skip & a jump (and a border xing) away from me! :D

[A Fest Nester]

Hello,

I am a poor farmer and an average pilot from eastern Ohio. 2010 will be our 13th jazz fest. The only times that I have ever been to N.O. has been for jazz fest. We like it so well, that two years ago, we bought a house on Grand Route St John (our Fest Nest), only three blocks from the fair grounds. I love the people. If you see yourself in last years video, speak up and introduce yourself. http://vimeo.com/user1421539/videos

Hope to meet some of you this year,
John

[Staxsun]

Hello,

I am a poor farmer and an average pilot from eastern Ohio. 2010 will be our 13th jazz fest. The only times that I have ever been to N.O. has been for jazz fest. We like it so well, that two years ago, we bought a house on Grand Route St John (our Fest Nest), only three blocks from the fair grounds. I love the people. If you see yourself in last years video, speak up and introduce yourself. http://vimeo.com/user1421539/videos

Hope to meet some of you this year,
John

Welcome! You can't be too poor a farmer to buy a house you use a couple of weeks a year. I'm not in last year's video, but I recognize quite a few folks. Stick around and contribute. It's sounds like you are an interesting guy.

[sharon_loves_fats]

Hi Everyone!


Hi! I'm Natalie from Pittsburgh, PA.

Hello,

I am a poor farmer and an average pilot from eastern Ohio.

Welcome to the bored, Jack, Natalie & John!!

John, where y'at in Ohio?

[A Fest Nester]

Hi Sharon, I am 100 miles south of you, near Coshocton at Dresden. John

[Delta]

Hi Sharon, I am 100 miles south of you, near Coshocton at Dresden. John

And Gumbo's neighbor in NOLA!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Hi Sharon, I am 100 miles south of you, near Coshocton at Dresden. John

I bet you got a pile o' snow last night! I am right on the lake, so only got about 2 inches.

[NYMAMA]

Hello,

I am a poor farmer and an average pilot from eastern Ohio. 2010 will be our 13th jazz fest. The only times that I have ever been to N.O. has been for jazz fest. We like it so well, that two years ago, we bought a house on Grand Route St John (our Fest Nest), only three blocks from the fair grounds. I love the people. If you see yourself in last years video, speak up and introduce yourself. http://vimeo.com/user1421539/videos

Hope to meet some of you this year,
John

Hey John thanks for the video . Saw a few fellow Threadheads, and that song alwys blows me away and makes my eyes leak. IS IT FEST YET?

[NeenAtlanta]

Hello,

I am a poor farmer and an average pilot from eastern Ohio. 2010 will be our 13th jazz fest. The only times that I have ever been to N.O. has been for jazz fest. We like it so well, that two years ago, we bought a house on Grand Route St John (our Fest Nest), only three blocks from the fair grounds. I love the people. If you see yourself in last years video, speak up and introduce yourself. http://vimeo.com/user1421539/videos

Hope to meet some of you this year,
John

Great pictures, Nester. I recognize our very own Headless Hornman around the 4 min. mark, and the ever-present Anat towards the end.

[kbosch74]

Hey all!

Can't wait for my first JazzFest! I've been coming to New Orleans my entire life once or twice a year. It's truly a part of my blood (literally, as I have a lot of family there). Many a Mardi Gras, many a good time...but first JazzFest.

It'll be the 10 year anniversary of proposing to my wife in the Quarter (and 9 year wedding annivery in Abita Springs, LA).

Kevin
St Louis, MO

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Hey all!

Can't wait for my first JazzFest! I've been coming to New Orleans my entire life once or twice a year. It's truly a part of my blood (literally, as I have a lot of family there). Many a Mardi Gras, many a good time...but first JazzFest.

It'll be the 10 year anniversary of proposing to my wife in the Quarter (and 9 year wedding annivery in Abita Springs, LA).

Kevin
St Louis, MO

Welcome to the board Kevin.

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome aboard, Kevin!!

[Phatpapa]

Hey all!

Can't wait for my first JazzFest! I've been coming to New Orleans my entire life once or twice a year. It's truly a part of my blood (literally, as I have a lot of family there). Many a Mardi Gras, many a good time...but first JazzFest.

It'll be the 10 year anniversary of proposing to my wife in the Quarter (and 9 year wedding annivery in Abita Springs, LA).

Kevin
St Louis, MO

A FEST VIRGIN!!

Congrats to you and the little lady

Pull up a chair, Kevin. I think you'll enjoy the show!!

And remember to take lots of pictures and try to make a meet up at MsLena's for a cold refreshment or two

[canadianjohn]

You are a hop, skip & a jump (and a border xing) away from me! :D

1. po-boys at Parkway bakery
2. margaritas at the rivershack
3. all the food at the fest
4. bloody marys at liuzzas by the track
5. laffittes on bourbon..oldest bar in north america
6. breakfast at Betsys pancake house on Canal
7. hurricanes at pat o'brians in the quarter
8. rock & bowl on Carollton
9. st. charles streetcar through the garden district
10. See the wasteland of the lower ninth & stop for lunch at the joint on Poland ave. GREAT BBQ!

[Miss Silly]

1. po-boys at Parkway bakery
2. margaritas at the rivershack
3. all the food at the fest
4. bloody marys at liuzzas by the track
5. laffittes on bourbon..oldest bar in north america
6. breakfast at Betsys pancake house on Canal
7. hurricanes at pat o'brians in the quarter
8. rock & bowl on Carollton
9. st. charles streetcar through the garden district
10. See the wasteland of the lower ninth & stop for lunch at the joint on Poland ave. GREAT BBQ!

hahah i've done #7 a few times and not sure if i remembered any single one of 'em ;-P

[kbosch74]

Thanks for the warm welcome!

Pardon the rookie status, but what is MsLena's?

[swag]

Thanks for the warm welcome!

Pardon the rookie status, but what is MsLena's?

It's the Zulu Diamond Cutter's beer & beverage tent at the Fest, where many of us volunteer.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Thanks for the warm welcome!

Pardon the rookie status, but what is MsLena's?

www.threadheads.org for several great links including MsLena's.

[kbosch74]

www.threadheads.org for several great links including MsLena's.

Man...I've been to a lot of festivals, and the community surrounding Jazz Fest is a world unto itself.

I just told my wife over dinner..."you know what's going to happen after we go to Jazz Fest? We're going to end up going every year for the rest of our lives". Jeez. Let the addiction begin.

[festbabe]

Man...I've been to a lot of festivals, and the community surrounding Jazz Fest is a world unto itself.

I just told my wife over dinner..."you know what's going to happen after we go to Jazz Fest? We're going to end up going every year for the rest of our lives". Jeez. Let the addiction begin.

Yep. Welcome to the fun. It will change your life

[ohio]

Yep. Welcome to the fun. It will change your life
Yes it will! Welcome Kbosch!
There are some great threadheads from St. Louis- you may well gain some new hometown friends as well.

[Phatpapa]

Man...I've been to a lot of festivals, and the community surrounding Jazz Fest is a world unto itself.

I just told my wife over dinner..."you know what's going to happen after we go to Jazz Fest? We're going to end up going every year for the rest of our lives". Jeez. Let the addiction begin.

To be honest, that brought a tear to my eye and yes that's my goal as well

Yes it will! Welcome Kbosch!
There are some great threadheads from St. Louis- you may well gain some new hometown friends as well.

Who, Barb? ;) :D

[Corona]

Man...I've been to a lot of festivals, and the community surrounding Jazz Fest is a world unto itself.

I just told my wife over dinner..."you know what's going to happen after we go to Jazz Fest? We're going to end up going every year for the rest of our lives". Jeez. Let the addiction begin.
yeah you right Kbosch!!! Ain't it a beautiful thing? :)

[Corona]

Hello,

I am a poor farmer and an average pilot from eastern Ohio. 2010 will be our 13th jazz fest. The only times that I have ever been to N.O. has been for jazz fest. We like it so well, that two years ago, we bought a house on Grand Route St John (our Fest Nest), only three blocks from the fair grounds. I love the people. If you see yourself in last years video, speak up and introduce yourself. http://vimeo.com/user1421539/videos

Hope to meet some of you this year,
John
I love all these pics. Put a huge smile on my face this morning! Thank you for that and welcome :)

Welcome to all the others who joined the board as well. This is going to be a great year!!! :D

[JF434]

Hey everyone, I figured my first post should be here, so here it is.

I have been to every Jazz Fest since 96, except one, 2008. I have been to NOLA for Mardi Gras's, Halloween, New Years Eve and any other opportunity I can get there. I have done all 11 days(Thurs 1st weekend-Sunday 2nd weekend) of Jazz Fest 7 times since 96 and never done less than 4 days. I have been to JF with a group of up to 12, but more often there is about a crowd of 5-6 of us. I have even done 2 Jazz Fest's over the years solo, yes by myself not knowing anyone there. I have never flown to NOLA. I have traveled by car from Philly, Raleigh and Houston since 96.

Coming in this year for the first weekend, leaving Monday and coming back on Thursday thru Monday.

My name is Dan, I live in Houston, and thanks for having me.

[BigDag]

Wow, Dan! You're a real vet. Welcome to the bored!

[melajc]

I thought, with time and money constraints last year, that I would check out FQ Fest. Which was okay (my daughter loved it!) But NOTHING beats jazzfest.

I'm kinda shy so when I see the Threadhead flags I just kind of nod but I've never really introed myself to any of y'all. Except for maybe in '06 when I was lucky enough to catch the Toussaint-Thomas-Simon-Buckwheat sound check at the Acura early morning and "Doc" from, I think the Kansas City Pet_de_Kat Krewe (could be wrong. addled), handed me a button "Jazzfest Rejives New Orleans". I really regret that I passed it on to some jack ass who couldn't understand the treasure.

Just wanted y'all to know I love you from afar. ( kinda like the lyrics from Neil's "Harvest Moon") (but as performed by Cassandra Wilson.) (god, I'm such a geek!)

[NYMAMA]

I thought, with time and money constraints last year, that I would check out FQ Fest. Which was okay (my daughter loved it!) But NOTHING beats jazzfest.

I'm kinda shy so when I see the Threadhead flags I just kind of nod but I've never really introed myself to any of y'all. Except for maybe in '06 when I was lucky enough to catch the Toussaint-Thomas-Simon-Buckwheat sound check at the Acura early morning and "Doc" from, I think the Kansas City Pet_de_Kat Krewe (could be wrong. addled), handed me a button "Jazzfest Rejives New Orleans". I really regret that I passed it on to some jack ass who couldn't understand the treasure.

Just wanted y'all to know I love you from afar. ( kinda like the lyrics from Neil's "Harvest Moon") (but as performed by Cassandra Wilson.) (god, I'm such a geek!)

Welcome Meljac. I can understand you shyness(although we are a friendly bunch). You should try to come to one our meet ups @ Ms. Lenas beer tent. They happen once a day the time will be posted as it gets closer to fest but it usually @ 1:30. We all meet with the erxpress purpose to say hi to old friends and meet and put faces to our new ones from the board.

[swag]

I'm kinda shy so when I see the Threadhead flags I just kind of nod but I've never really introed myself to any of y'all.

If you aren't comfortable walking up and introducing yourself, you could get yourself a Threadhead T shirt, and wait for others to walk up to you.

[canadianjohn]

Been going as much as possible since my first fest in '95. I have driven & flown. I Love the city & have spent various times of the year there including 2 Christmases & 2 St. Patricks days. March 17th is my birthday & what a hoot in New Orleans. I just found this site because of a friend in Toronto that travels with me to the fests. This year my wife & I are going with our friends from T.O. & introducing thier 2 & a half year old to the scene. My mother & step father are also going with us for the first time ever(virgins)! If I see any of you there I will come over & introduce myself.
Happy Festing & The Saints are Super Bowl Champs!! WOOT WOOT!

[grisgris]

If you aren't comfortable walking up and introducing yourself, you could get yourself a Threadhead T shirt, and wait for others to walk up to you.

Or you can come to Ms Lena's, find me & I will introduce you to everyone. I'm known as Our Lady of Prepetual Introduction.

[festbabe]

..My name is Dan, I live in Houston, and thanks for having me.

Hi Dan, thanks for coming to the board. Another Texan! I lived south of Houston in the late 80s/early 90s.

I thought, with time and money constraints last year, that I would check out FQ Fest. Which was okay (my daughter loved it!) But NOTHING beats jazzfest...

Hi melajc. I understand your shyness - happened to me my first year too. I got intimidated that everyone already seemed to know each other. The second year, I was determined to say hi to at least a few. Gawd, look at me now :)

..If I see any of you there I will come over & introduce myself.
Happy Festing & The Saints are Super Bowl Champs!! WOOT WOOT!

Hi John. Glad you found the board and are bring a krewe to this year's Fest. And virgins too!

[Staxsun]

I thought, with time and money constraints last year, that I would check out FQ Fest. Which was okay (my daughter loved it!) But NOTHING beats jazzfest.

I'm kinda shy so when I see the Threadhead flags I just kind of nod but I've never really introed myself to any of y'all. Except for maybe in '06 when I was lucky enough to catch the Toussaint-Thomas-Simon-Buckwheat sound check at the Acura early morning and "Doc" from, I think the Kansas City Pet_de_Kat Krewe (could be wrong. addled), handed me a button "Jazzfest Rejives New Orleans". I really regret that I passed it on to some jack ass who couldn't understand the treasure.

Just wanted y'all to know I love you from afar. ( kinda like the lyrics from Neil's "Harvest Moon") (but as performed by Cassandra Wilson.) (god, I'm such a geek!)

Welcome!!!!! I think most of us were shy at first meeting people we only barely knew through the internet. It doesn't take long once you actually meet a few Threadheads before you feel you've been friends forever. Aside from Ms. Lena's, another good place is prior to the gates opening at Liuzza's. If you were to walk out the door of Liuzza's and look across the street to the right, many of the people hanging out there are Threadheads. We are probably all over out there, but this seems to be the highest concentration. The buttons tend to be a dead giveaway. I'm looking forward to meeting you!

[Staxsun]

I forgot, what is BFE? Is that one before BFF?

[Phatpapa]

Welcome to all the Noobs. I'm sure you all will fit right in

68 Mo Daze!!!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Hey everyone, I figured my first post should be here, so here it is.

I have been to every Jazz Fest since 96, except one, 2008. I have been to NOLA for Mardi Gras's, Halloween, New Years Eve and any other opportunity I can get there. I have done all 11 days(Thurs 1st weekend-Sunday 2nd weekend) of Jazz Fest 7 times since 96 and never done less than 4 days. I have been to JF with a group of up to 12, but more often there is about a crowd of 5-6 of us. I have even done 2 Jazz Fest's over the years solo, yes by myself not knowing anyone there. I have never flown to NOLA. I have traveled by car from Philly, Raleigh and Houston since 96.

Coming in this year for the first weekend, leaving Monday and coming back on Thursday thru Monday.

My name is Dan, I live in Houston, and thanks for having me.

Welcome to the board Dan. I'm from Houston also. Lots of great music coming up. Govt Mule, Joe Bonamassa, Guitar Shorty and the weekend before JF we have www.ifest.org

[funkkjunkie]

loved the video. I saw IrishAnn and Headless Hornman. :)
and welcome to all yall!

[Irishnms]

loved the video. I saw IrishAnn and Headless Hornman. :)
and welcome to all yall!

WHAAAAATTTTT?????

[funkkjunkie]

towards the end.

[lesinpgh]

My wife of 35 years and I (Barb and Les) are really excited to attend the 2nd weekend this year! We've been to New Orleans once before about 10 years ago-and can't wait to get back and enjoy the festival. I have enjoyed the many posts and hope that we as well will make it an annual trip from our hometown of Pittsburgh.

Glad to be a part of the party,
Les

[Corona]

loved the video. I saw IrishAnn and Headless Hornman. :)
and welcome to all yall!
I thought that was Ann :)

Welcome Les and Barb! You're going to have a blast :D

[Corona]

Been going as much as possible since my first fest in '95. I have driven & flown. I Love the city & have spent various times of the year there including 2 Christmases & 2 St. Patricks days. March 17th is my birthday & what a hoot in New Orleans. I just found this site because of a friend in Toronto that travels with me to the fests. This year my wife & I are going with our friends from T.O. & introducing thier 2 & a half year old to the scene. My mother & step father are also going with us for the first time ever(virgins)! If I see any of you there I will come over & introduce myself.
Happy Festing & The Saints are Super Bowl Champs!! WOOT WOOT!
Yay another Canajun and you're not too far from us! Welcome. St. Paddy's Day in New Orleans is crazy fun huh? :)

[Corona]

I thought, with time and money constraints last year, that I would check out FQ Fest. Which was okay (my daughter loved it!) But NOTHING beats jazzfest.

I'm kinda shy so when I see the Threadhead flags I just kind of nod but I've never really introed myself to any of y'all. Except for maybe in '06 when I was lucky enough to catch the Toussaint-Thomas-Simon-Buckwheat sound check at the Acura early morning and "Doc" from, I think the Kansas City Pet_de_Kat Krewe (could be wrong. addled), handed me a button "Jazzfest Rejives New Orleans". I really regret that I passed it on to some jack ass who couldn't understand the treasure.

Just wanted y'all to know I love you from afar. ( kinda like the lyrics from Neil's "Harvest Moon") (but as performed by Cassandra Wilson.) (god, I'm such a geek!)
Mela, I understand the shyness. I was right there too a few years ago...so many butterflies but man, everyone is so cool and so welcoming, the butterflies don't last long!!! Wearing a Threadhead shirt and strolling by Ms. Lena's at 1:45 will be all that you need to do. It's very cool to put faces to the names :D

[Amy Winette]

I always forget to check this thread too -- welcome new friends!!

[ice nine]

Hey Natalie and Les,

Mark here. I'm in Sq. Hill and going for the second weekend. Maybe we'll run into each other in the Big Easy.

[sharon_loves_fats]

I am way behind on welcoming the newbies. Welcome, y'all!! Hope to meet y'all at Fest this year!

[canadianjohn]

Yay another Canajun and you're not too far from us! Welcome. St. Paddy's Day in New Orleans is crazy fun huh? :)

St. Pat's is great fun in New Orleans. I spent my 30th & 40th birthdays there. We met a couple from Windsor at the 2007 fest that were wearing Zulu Diamond Cutter shirts. This doesn't happen to be you does it? My wife told them that she would e-mail pics to them, but alas she lost the e-mail address.
Are you going for both weekends this year?

[linza22]

My wife of 35 years and I (Barb and Les) are really excited to attend the 2nd weekend this year! We've been to New Orleans once before about 10 years ago-and can't wait to get back and enjoy the festival. I have enjoyed the many posts and hope that we as well will make it an annual trip from our hometown of Pittsburgh.

Glad to be a part of the party,
Les

welcome to the family! yeah...10 years? time to go back!

[MammaBullie]

Hi Everybody!! My name is Patti and this will be mine and my husband Eds' very first Jazz Fest. And to think I never had heard of it before a couple of years ago after I went to see The subdudes. Their music touched me so deeply the first time I saw them come out into the audience and sing next to our table, that I joined the forum on their website the next day. I had never been involved in anything like a forum and honestly didnt know much about forum ettiquette. But after I started posting and reading other peoples posts, I began hearing about Jazz Fest. I started wondering about it and formed a few friendships with my fellow 'DUDEHEADS', and decided that it was time to check it out. So my husband Ed, BillB. from the forum and myself have a room in N.O. at Hampton Inn from 4-26 through 5-3. We're going to explore the city for a few days before the 2nd weekend starts, and get the feel of N.O. Bill has been to many fests, and he will be our unnoficial tour guide - bless his heart! We're going to hook up with some other forumites somewhere, somehow and really enjoy this first time in the beautiful city and just get drunk on the music. Wow - I am SO PSYCHED about this trip. I have a feeling this will be the beginning of a long and fulfilling relationship with this city so full of music, history, and lots of delicious food! Bring It On!!!!!!!

[Orleansnj]

Welcome Patti !!!!

The only thing I can say is be prepared to have a fantastic time !!!!!

There is so much information on this board, it can be overwhelming. the search button may wear you out. LOL.

Hang on - enjoy yourself - and ask whatever comes to mind !

Also - you gotta go to Swag's site for JazzFest travel advice etc. http://www.swagland.com

he's got lots of wonderful info there.

Can't wait to meet you at JF. (we meet at a local bar called Liuzza's before the fest for a morning refreshment and again at 1:45 pm at a beer tent on the fairgrounds #5 on the Jazzfest map - also known as Ms.Lena's).

[NYMAMA]

Hi Patti welcome to the insanity!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Welcome to the board Barb & Les
John
Patti & Ed
Patti, you will find several subdudes fans including myself here.
I just check, there is 14 threads with subdudes in the title.
What is everyones taste in music?

[Chas_P]

Hey Patti, welcome!!! It was a bit of a struggle, but thanks to Chris it seems you are finally here. Oh yeah, I've heard of the dudes! ;)

[Corona]

Hi Everybody!! My name is Patti and this will be mine and my husband Eds' very first Jazz Fest. And to think I never had heard of it before a couple of years ago after I went to see The subdudes. Their music touched me so deeply the first time I saw them come out into the audience and sing next to our table, that I joined the forum on their website the next day. I had never been involved in anything like a forum and honestly didnt know much about forum ettiquette. But after I started posting and reading other peoples posts, I began hearing about Jazz Fest. I started wondering about it and formed a few friendships with my fellow 'DUDEHEADS', and decided that it was time to check it out. So my husband Ed, BillB. from the forum and myself have a room in N.O. at Hampton Inn from 4-26 through 5-3. We're going to explore the city for a few days before the 2nd weekend starts, and get the feel of N.O. Bill has been to many fests, and he will be our unnoficial tour guide - bless his heart! We're going to hook up with some other forumites somewhere, somehow and really enjoy this first time in the beautiful city and just get drunk on the music. Wow - I am SO PSYCHED about this trip. I have a feeling this will be the beginning of a long and fulfilling relationship with this city so full of music, history, and lots of delicious food! Bring It On!!!!!!!
Oooh! So excited for you!! Welcome to this board and yay for Bill for being your tour guide. Very cool!!! :D

[Corona]

St. Pat's is great fun in New Orleans. I spent my 30th & 40th birthdays there. We met a couple from Windsor at the 2007 fest that were wearing Zulu Diamond Cutter shirts. This doesn't happen to be you does it? My wife told them that she would e-mail pics to them, but alas she lost the e-mail address.
Are you going for both weekends this year?
Nope it wasn't me but that would be Saturn and her hubbie :) Yes, we're in first Sat. and out the Tues after 2nd weekend.

[linza22]

Hi Everybody!! My name is Patti and this will be mine and my husband Eds' very first Jazz Fest. And to think I never had heard of it before a couple of years ago after I went to see The subdudes. Their music touched me so deeply the first time I saw them come out into the audience and sing next to our table, that I joined the forum on their website the next day. I had never been involved in anything like a forum and honestly didnt know much about forum ettiquette. But after I started posting and reading other peoples posts, I began hearing about Jazz Fest. I started wondering about it and formed a few friendships with my fellow 'DUDEHEADS', and decided that it was time to check it out. So my husband Ed, BillB. from the forum and myself have a room in N.O. at Hampton Inn from 4-26 through 5-3. We're going to explore the city for a few days before the 2nd weekend starts, and get the feel of N.O. Bill has been to many fests, and he will be our unnoficial tour guide - bless his heart! We're going to hook up with some other forumites somewhere, somehow and really enjoy this first time in the beautiful city and just get drunk on the music. Wow - I am SO PSYCHED about this trip. I have a feeling this will be the beginning of a long and fulfilling relationship with this city so full of music, history, and lots of delicious food! Bring It On!!!!!!!

warm threadhead welcome to you!

[Staxsun]

Hi Everybody!! My name is Patti and this will be mine and my husband Eds' very first Jazz Fest. And to think I never had heard of it before a couple of years ago after I went to see The subdudes. Their music touched me so deeply the first time I saw them come out into the audience and sing next to our table, that I joined the forum on their website the next day. I had never been involved in anything like a forum and honestly didnt know much about forum ettiquette. But after I started posting and reading other peoples posts, I began hearing about Jazz Fest. I started wondering about it and formed a few friendships with my fellow 'DUDEHEADS', and decided that it was time to check it out. So my husband Ed, BillB. from the forum and myself have a room in N.O. at Hampton Inn from 4-26 through 5-3. We're going to explore the city for a few days before the 2nd weekend starts, and get the feel of N.O. Bill has been to many fests, and he will be our unnoficial tour guide - bless his heart! We're going to hook up with some other forumites somewhere, somehow and really enjoy this first time in the beautiful city and just get drunk on the music. Wow - I am SO PSYCHED about this trip. I have a feeling this will be the beginning of a long and fulfilling relationship with this city so full of music, history, and lots of delicious food! Bring It On!!!!!!!

Welcome! I hope I get to meet you, even though I won't make the whole second weekend (still making tentative plans to be there at all). I've been a fan of the Subdudes since the day the first LP came out. I was already a fan of the Radiators when I heard about them being formed. When I got the album, I was blown away as well. It happened again all over when I saw them live.

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome aboard, Patti!

[canadianjohn]

Nope it wasn't me but that would be Saturn and her hubbie :) Yes, we're in first Sat. and out the Tues after 2nd weekend.

Thanks I will look them up! I guess that we will meet you at the fest.

[saturn]

St. Pat's is great fun in New Orleans. I spent my 30th & 40th birthdays there. We met a couple from Windsor at the 2007 fest that were wearing Zulu Diamond Cutter shirts. This doesn't happen to be you does it? My wife told them that she would e-mail pics to them, but alas she lost the e-mail address.
Are you going for both weekends this year?

That was hubby and me. Email address is saturnwreck AT gmail DOT com

Nice to see you on the bored. :)

[canadianjohn]

That was hubby and me. Email address is saturnwreck AT gmail DOT com

Nice to see you on the bored. :)

Corona told me that it was you guys. Lise said that she is going to e-mail you when she gets home.
My friend Andy that was with us told me about this forum that I had never noticed in all the years that I have been looking at this site! DUH!

[MammaBullie]

Hey Patti, welcome!!! It was a bit of a struggle, but thanks to Chris it seems you are finally here. Oh yeah, I've heard of the dudes! ;)

Thanks Chas! I'm very touched at the warm welcomes that I got on here!! And you guys like the subdudes, too??? I'm in heaven!!
I must say though that it's kind of mind boggling all of the different threads that are going on here! I dont know which way to go! Hopefully I can figure a few things out. I am used to a much smaller format. And quite honestly, I'm somewhat computer illiterate. I think I need to go to the library and take a computer 101 class!
Again, I thank you all for the warm welcome! And I do hope to meet at least one of you somewhere, too! We'll see, I guess.
Patti

[Carolina Beadhead]

Thanks Chas! I'm very touched at the warm welcomes that I got on here!! And you guys like the subdudes, too??? I'm in heaven!!
I must say though that it's kind of mind boggling all of the different threads that are going on here! I dont know which way to go! Hopefully I can figure a few things out. I am used to a much smaller format. And quite honestly, I'm somewhat computer illiterate. I think I need to go to the library and take a computer 101 class!
Again, I thank you all for the warm welcome! And I do hope to meet at least one of you somewhere, too! We'll see, I guess.
Patti

Welcome, Patti!

Yeah, we're a chatty bunch. Just start reading and jump in where you want.

Enjoy your first fest! You'll be amazed!

[rosetree]

Welcome newbies!!!
Remember, it's a marathon, not a sprint....
You are joining a very friendly group that welcomes all with open arms. It can be life-changing. I know it has been for me! :D

If you are here between the weekends, please feel free to come by my glass blowing studio for RosetreeFest IV.

http://www.nojazzfest.com/chat/showthread.php?t=11286

[MammaBullie]

Welcome newbies!!!
Remember, it's a marathon, not a sprint....
You are joining a very friendly group that welcomes all with open arms. It can be life-changing. I know it has been for me! :D

If you are here between the weekends, please feel free to come by my glass blowing studio for RosetreeFest IV.

http://www.nojazzfest.com/chat/showthread.php?t=11286

Okay, I'm wondering if the studio is anywhere near Canal St.? Do we have to take a ferry to get there? We're staying on Corondelet it H. Inn. Is that very far? I've never been to N.O.
OMG- I am SOOO excited!:D

[rosetree]

Okay, I'm wondering if the studio is anywhere near Canal St.? Do we have to take a ferry to get there? We're staying on Corondelet it H. Inn. Is that very far? I've never been to N.O.
OMG- I am SOOO excited!:D

MammaB:
You do have to take the Canal St/Algiers ferry to get here...it's a relaxing 5 minute ride across the river with the best view of the city. We are an 8 block walk from the ferry--very short and easy. You might even meet some Threadheads on the way here ;)
Hope you can make it!

[MammaBullie]

Sounds great!! We will make it, I'm sure!! We're going to The Rock n' Bowl that night to the benefit for the musicians. Just got the tickets today. There will be so much going on! I'm hoping that things will start to fall into place as we get closer. Things already have as I got tickets for both R and B shows and tickets to see Govt. Mule at Mahalia Jacksons theater on Friday night. I've got to hold myself back from planning too much before I even GET there!! heehee.

[Staxsun]

Sounds great!! We will make it, I'm sure!! We're going to The Rock n' Bowl that night to the benefit for the musicians. Just got the tickets today. There will be so much going on! I'm hoping that things will start to fall into place as we get closer. Things already have as I got tickets for both R and B shows and tickets to see Govt. Mule at Mahalia Jacksons theater on Friday night. I've got to hold myself back from planning too much before I even GET there!! heehee.

You won't regret it. Rosetreefest is a great laid back event, and you get to meet lots of the crazy folks here without all the distractions of Jazzfest or a night show.

[brewer]

Had my moment of infamy on the old board, finally found my way back and registered here.

Not looking too good for Jazzfest this year but I will return before too long...

Thanks!

---Guy

[MormonMatthew]

Sounds great!! We will make it, I'm sure!! We're going to The Rock n' Bowl that night to the benefit for the musicians. Just got the tickets today. There will be so much going on! I'm hoping that things will start to fall into place as we get closer. Things already have as I got tickets for both R and B shows and tickets to see Govt. Mule at Mahalia Jacksons theater on Friday night. I've got to hold myself back from planning too much before I even GET there!! heehee.

Hey Now Patti---I also picked up tickets for the subdudes 4/28 NOMRF Benefit show at the legendary Rock n Bowl........

This will be a great night of music, for a VERY worthy cause, and I hope to see you there. I will be the one drinking beer, so there is no way you can miss me!!!

Welcome aboard, the Threadheads are some of the finest, funkiest kids in all the land, always willing to lend a hand (or a lighter).

Matthew.

PS---Belle is great, but YES, New Orleans IS gonna be hot during Jazzfest!!! (but fear not, for as the ol' Radiators like to remind us, "It's not the heat, it's the stupidity")

[bigghead]

Well, I'm just another one of those crazy Grassy Knoll people! You will notice me as I have a flag with my bigg head on it in the grassy knoll area. Also known as BiggWill. See yall at the fest!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Well, I'm just another one of those crazy Grassy Knoll people! You will notice me as I have a flag with my bigg head on it in the grassy knoll area. Also known as BiggWill. See yall at the fest!

Welcome Back bigghead, LTNS.

[glinda]

Well, I'm just another one of those crazy Grassy Knoll people! You will notice me as I have a flag with my bigg head on it in the grassy knoll area. Also known as BiggWill. See yall at the fest!
Welcome back, biggwill. Are you near the rat on a pole people? That has been near our spot final Sunday for a few years.

[nyc gal]

There are 349 pages on this thread????? I think I introduced myself back on , like, 8 or 12...

[swag]

There are 349 pages on this thread????? I think I introduced myself back on , like, 8 or 12...

If you go to User CP > Edit Options > Thread Display Options and change Number of Posts to Show Per Page to 40, then there will be only 88 pages on this thread. ;)

[festbabe]

If you go to User CP > Edit Options > Thread Display Options and change Number of Posts to Show Per Page to 40, then there will be only 88 pages on this thread. ;)

Done, thanks :)

Had a hard time at first, but then figured out you have to log in first - duh!

This should cut down on my time on the bored, with half the amount of pages to read :p

[sharon_loves_fats]

This should cut down on my time on the bored, with half the amount of pages to read :p

Nice theory ;) :D

[A Fest Nester]

I heard her on the radio yesterday, and wondered if Tracy Chapman ever played at Jazz Fest? I kind of like her and she seems like she would fit in there.

Fest Nester
http://vimeo.com/5901175

[completejohn]

Hi, I'm John from Albuquerque. This (2010) will be my eighth straight Jazz Fest, and 9th overall (saw one in the early 90's). I work in advertising, and have a couple of bands that I play in. I'm mostly a guitarist, but also love to play the mandolin, piano and a little bass.

JF is one of the 4 or 5 fests I go to every year. I love acoustic music so I never miss the Telluride Bluegrass Fest, nor the Four Corners Folk Fest. I also go to Hardly Strictly fest in San Francisco and the Austin City Limits Festival.

I love all kinds of music so festivals are the perfect way to see new (to me) artists. Yes, I DO like the BNAs, but try to find new favorites every year.

I DO have some big faves that I won't miss in NOLA: Jon Cleary, subdudes, Sonny and Tab are always on my "gotta see" list.

I sure hope to get to meet a lot of you.

[aardy90210]

Well, I'm just another one of those crazy Grassy Knoll people! You will notice me as I have a flag with my bigg head on it in the grassy knoll area. Also known as BiggWill. See yall at the fest!

Big Will is the man! I have come over to you and given you pounds many a times at the fest...

[MormonMatthew]

Hi, I'm John from Albuquerque. This (2010) will be my eighth straight Jazz Fest, and 9th overall (saw one in the early 90's). I work in advertising, and have a couple of bands that I play in. I'm mostly a guitarist, but also love to play the mandolin, piano and a little bass.

JF is one of the 4 or 5 fests I go to every year. I love acoustic music so I never miss the Telluride Bluegrass Fest, nor the Four Corners Folk Fest. I also go to Hardly Strictly fest in San Francisco and the Austin City Limits Festival.

I love all kinds of music so festivals are the perfect way to see new (to me) artists. Yes, I DO like the BNAs, but try to find new favorites every year.

I DO have some big faves that I won't miss in NOLA: Jon Cleary, subdudes, Sonny and Tab are always on my "gotta see" list.

I sure hope to get to meet a lot of you.

Hey Now John---Matthew from Salt Lake here. I hit the Telluride Bluegrass Festival for 6 or 7 years running, starting back in 1992, but haven't been back for a while now.........

Some some true greats there over the years, Johnny Cash, James Taylor, The Band, Bonnie Riatt, Willie Nelson, Bill Monroe, etc.

This is going to my 14th straight Jazzfest, but I am looking to get back to Telluride again soon, so maybe I will see you there!!!

[KYfunkfan]

...creepin' and crawlin', creepin' and crawlin', like a nutra rat...

what up peeps...

only doin' second weekend this year, like three days :(

but at least i'm doin'....

[BigDag]

...creepin' and crawlin', creepin' and crawlin', like a nutra rat...

what up peeps...

only doin' second weekend this year, like three days :(

but at least i'm doin'....

Three days is better than no daze! Welcome back to the bored.

[MammaBullie]

Hey there Matthew and Complete John!

I see that you are both subdudes fans as we are, so I'm hoping to meet you somewhere along the way. I believe that you are also on the subdudes forum John? (I recognize the name!) There are several of us forumites who are planning to meet somewhere for a meet n' greet or a meet n' eat - whatever! So John, please check back with the other board before you leave for JF, and we'll see if we can hook up somehow. This is going to be such a great experience! I cant wait!

[completejohn]

Hey there Matthew and Complete John!

I see that you are both subdudes fans as we are, so I'm hoping to meet you somewhere along the way. I believe that you are also on the subdudes forum John? (I recognize the name!) There are several of us forumites who are planning to meet somewhere for a meet n' greet or a meet n' eat - whatever! So John, please check back with the other board before you leave for JF, and we'll see if we can hook up somehow. This is going to be such a great experience! I cant wait!

Matthew & Mammmmma!

Yeah, we need to meet up!

Mamma, yep I am the guy from the dudes forum. Every year I pray that the dudes play the weekend I can make it to NOLA, and this year they are there in spades! In fact, they're playing so much that i'm having a hard time figuring out which performance(s) to see. I'm kinda leaning towards the Sunday night at R&B cuz I love me some Tab, and the Wednesday night at R&B because they'll probably play LONGER that night (fewer bands). I've been at Southport the last couple of years for those great shows.

And matthew, you NEED to get back to T-ride. It's such a GREAT experience - the friendliest, most accommodating festivarians ever assembled. The line-up this year is wonderful. Last year was unbelievable, as David Byrne just exploded on stage! I'll NEVER forget that performance, and if he's within striking distance, I'll never miss a return engagement anywhere close. This year, Leftover Salmon is back, as is Alison Krause, Lyle Lovett, Yonder and all the regulars.

I'm coming in Wednesday night for the second weekend of JF. Gotta hit Marcia Ball at the Square that night, but after that, who knows? When and where would you guys like to meet up??? I'd love to do that!

[MormonMatthew]

Hey there Matthew and Complete John!

I see that you are both subdudes fans as we are, so I'm hoping to meet you somewhere along the way. I believe that you are also on the subdudes forum John? (I recognize the name!) There are several of us forumites who are planning to meet somewhere for a meet n' greet or a meet n' eat - whatever! So John, please check back with the other board before you leave for JF, and we'll see if we can hook up somehow. This is going to be such a great experience! I cant wait!

Hey Now MammaBullie, do you also have tickets for the subdudes show at Rock n Bowl (wed 4/28)???

I am SO looking forward to that gig!!!

The subdudes are absolute favorites of mine, and I see them every chance I get, but I will have to check out the website forum...........

Maybe we can meet up at Rock n Bowl early (The show is slated as a 9 pm start) and grab a table and some beers pre-show???

[MormonMatthew]

Matthew & Mammmmma!

Yeah, we need to meet up!
--------------------
John, are you a subdudes fan?

After the Marcia Ball show, the 'dudes are playing the world famous Rock n Bowl at 9 pm, a benefit gig for the New Orleans Musicians Clinic...........

I have an extra ticket if you are interested, if not we will have to try to get together at some point in the weekend (I fly in on tuesday 4/27)

And yeah, Telluride is amazing, and I will get back to Bluegrass soon---It's been too long!!!

[completejohn]

BIG time subdudes fan. I've forced my band to learn 2 of their songs, with a third one on the way. My ipod runneth over with live subdudes concerts.

[MormonMatthew]

Small world---I too have been at the Southport (love that club) for the past several years to catch the subdudes on the final friday or saturday of Fest..........

Such a great band!!!

As I said before, I will be at Rock n Bowl on wed 4/28 and I read where MammaBullie has tickets for that show as well.

We will have to swap phone info when we get a bit closer to Fest, so we can all meet up at the RnB............

BTW---John, what do you play? What is your band called?