Matthew Goldman from New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival joins the pod to chat about this year’s lineup, the history and culture of the fest and some favourite memories from his 30 years with the event.
There’s also some insight into a new tradition from new orleans institution tipitina’s, which launched a subscription record club during covid, sharing deep cuts from new orleans and the gulf south.
Show notes:
00:00:00 - 00:01:46 Intro
00:01:46 - 00:03:56 Festival lineup and overview of the event
00:03:56 - 00:07:42 New Orleans history and culture and the impact of local musicians
00:07:42 - 00:09:47 New Orleans, the birthplace of American music
00:09:47 - 00:17:00 The history of the event, how it came to life and its legacy
00:17:00 - 00:27:00 Matt’s history with the event and the annual work to promote it
00:27:00 - 00:37:41 The impact of Hurricane Katrina on the New Orleans community and ‘the healing power of music’
00:37:41 - 00:46:51 Tipitina’s Record Club
00:46:51 - 00:49:37 The local guide to New Orleans Jazz Fest
00:49:37 - 00:52:23 Wrap up and outro
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About Crate Expectations
Crate Expectations is a podcast for vinyl record collectors and music fans - featuring Groovy Guys Tom, Dan, Matt and Chris rambling on about vinyl culture, new and old bands, the music industry, gigs… and bunnies.
