BRIDGING CULTURE AND SOUND

THE BREATH OF THE DRUM SONIC ADVENTURE SERIES

This new series celebrates the great parades of the world. The big parade transcends borders and class, bringing a living, breathing, moving form of music to the people, accessible to all.

Season 1: New Orleans

BEYOND MARDI GRAS:

SOCIAL AID & PLEASURE CLUB SECONDLINES

Everyone knows Mardi Gras but few know where the real roots of the famous NOLA brass sound come from. Explore the unique culture that inspires artists across the board from Jah Rule to Jon Favreau. If you don’t know you better ask somebody.

PODCAST EPISODES

01 – July 20, 2020

Street Fighting Band

An interview with legendary Stooges Brass Band leader Walter Ramsey.

02 – July 27, 2020

Chief of Chiefs

Exploring the life and legacy of Allison “Tootie” Montana.

03 – August 4, 2020

Roll to the Calliope

The Hot 8 Brass Band journey from the streets to the big screen and back.

04 – August 11, 2020

Roll to the Calliope

The Hot 8 Brass Band journey from the streets to the big screen and back.

MUSIC & VIDEO

Ghost Town: Hot 8 Brass Band

All on a Madi Gras Day (excerpt)