We are very sad to share the news that Nick Daniels, the longtime bass player director of Dumpstaphunk, passed on Thursday at the age of 68. His management confirmed the news to WWOZ. Nick Daniels III had a long career in New Orleans music, also performing with the Neville... Read more

Each year, The WWOZ Hospitality Tent is its own little world within Jazz Fest as 'OZilians from across the world ebb and flow through the tent throughout the day! Here are the Guardians of the Groove who we caught on "film" this year. Thank you so much to our Brass Passers ... Read more

We love our Brass Passers! Thank you to everyone who did it up right at the WWOZ Hospitality Tent during Jazz Fest 2024. Look for yourself in the gallery below!  Read more

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A few photo highlights from a beautiful first and second day of Jazz Fest 2024 on Thursday, April 25! Sunshine, amazing music, delicious food, wonderful friends, and a good time passed by all! WWOZ is broadcasting live from all 8 days of the festival, 11am-7pm CT. Tune in ... Read more

For the second time, 1 Million Strong will partner with Jazz Fest to include a free, sober-supportive space at the festival for attendees to cool down, recharge, and enjoy the music of Jazz Fest and alcohol-free cocktails in a relaxing environment! "Having 1 Million Strong... Read more

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Clarence Frogman Henry, who passed last week, was a longtime friend and supporter of WWOZ. He came to our studios many times. Today, from 2-4pm CT, WWOZ's Neil Pellegrin will host two hours of Frogman's music, with stories of his life and career. He'll also include a super-... Read more

Here are some special rules for Jazz Fest on Thursday, May 2, to accomodate the Rolling Stones' performance. Click for larger version. Read more

Aaron Neville has a new book out, Tell It Like It Is: My Story! In honor of its release, WWOZ's Music Director, Murf Reeves, sat down with Aaron at his home in upstate New York, at Freville Farm, earlier this year. Watch and listen as Aaron discusses his new book and career... Read more