Gerald French
Grammy-winning Jazz Artist/MUSICIAN, Radio DJ, AND nEW oRLEANS cURATOR
Gerald French is a jazz artist, vocalist, and WWOZ DJ. In New Orleans, the birthplace of Jazz and the city of family music traditions, Gerald French hails from one of the pioneering families of Traditional Jazz. French is known as "The Giant," not just for his imposing presence on the band stand, but also for his original style of drumming that has him traveling the world and playing all types of music.
The Original Tuexedo Jazz Band
“In 1910, the Tuxedo Jazz Band played its first show at the Tuxedo Dance Hall in Storyville under Oscar Celestin. The popular ensemble went on to play all over New Orleans, as well as across the South and the nation. In 1953, it became the first jazz band to play the White House. The band has punctuated jazz history and produced some of the most memorable musicians of the past century: Bob French, Albert French, William Ridgley, Octave Crosby, Louis Armstrong, and Gerald French.” - Sally Newhart
The New Orleans Catahoulas
The Catahoulas are a New Orleans Rhythm and Blues band that specializes in playing the lost sounds of the city’s golden age of R&B- the 1950s and 60s. Each of the band’s all-star members have hefty resumes and impressive musical pedigrees. Almost all are native New Orleanians. In short: they were born and bred to play this music.
WWOZ, DJ Giant
"I support WWOZ because first of all, I'm a musician. That's number one. I love the music, the culture, and the heritage of my city. It's all on 'OZ! Hear DJ Giant on on Thursday Blues Show, 2-4pm CT and on Friday Mornings as the Jazz Police, 9-11am each week.