New Orleans Live Music Picks: Mardi Gras Weekend
Take a break from all that last-minute papier-mâché, party on after the Uptown parades have rolled, and dance off all that King Cake: we’ve got a list of our favorite live music happening the week before you dry out for Lent AKA during Mardi Gras weekend.
Monday, February 25th: The Zombies and Liz Brasher at House of Blues:
A band that famously broke up before they achieved their number one hit has hit the reunion tour circuit. Find out if those harmonies still hold true with an early show at the HoB in the French Quarter.
Tuesday, February 26th: Car Seat Headrest + Naked Giants at Tipitina’s
Do you want to mope to bedroom pop outside of the comfort of your own bedroom? It’s Pisces Season. You should. The prolific Matador-signed Car Seat Headrest is playing at the always lovely + just intimate enough Tipitina’s.
Wednesday, February 27th: An Evening with Stephen Marley at House of Blues
Chill out before things get wild with an acoustic set by Stephen Marley. I bet you can guess who his dad is.
Friday, March 1st: Corrosion of Conformity and Crowbar at Southport Hall
Cross the Orleans-Jefferson Parish border to catch two Southern metal legends. I hear there’s a dress code for the gentlemen and it’s no sleeves allowed.
Saturday, March 2nd: Freedia Gras at One Eyed Jacks
You already know. Queen diva Big Freedia will be gracing One Eyed Jacks with two bounce sets this weekend, with Saturday’s featuring special guests Pell and KP.
Sunday, March 3nd: CHURCH at the Dragon’s Den
CHURCH is a raucous dubstep and bass music party and the Mardi Gras edition of this popular electronic music night is sure to be a party.
