Відео

In 2011, acclaimed singer/songwriter Jesse Winchester performed at Manship Theatre in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Shortly before that appearance, Louisiana's Rhythm Nation sat down with the late Canadian/American artist to discuss his life and career.

Born in Tippo, Mississippi and educated at LSU, Mose Allison was a true musical innovator who created his own unique blend of jazz and blues. Enjoy this interview conducted before a performance at the Manship Theatre in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

"Deacon" John Moore on the history of the blues and his efforts to preserve our regional musical heritage for younger generations of Louisianians.

The late great Henry Butler reflects on his life and art, including his memories of Louisiana jazz legends Alvin Batiste and Professor Longhair.

A look back and the life and music of Louisiana's own Luther Kent as he discusses his own amazing career and the lasting influence of Slim Harpo.

King Bee Preview

This story is told by James “Slim Harpo” Moore, via a 1968 interview with Susan Cassidy Clark at Steve Paul’s “The Scene” in NYC. His wife Lovell, his stepson William Gambler, his original King Bee band mates, James Johnson, Rudy Richard and Jesse Kinchen also tell the story along with the original King Bee. James Moore and Lovell Casey Moore met in 1952 while Lovell was waiting for a bus on he...