Music
Randy Newman
Musician and composer Randy Newman was influenced by the time he lived in New Orleans as a child and many of his songs, including the poignant “Louisiana 1927,” reflect this.
Musician and composer Randy Newman was influenced by the time he lived in New Orleans as a child and many of his songs, including the poignant “Louisiana 1927,” reflect this.
Barrelhouse pianist Roosevelt Sykes's style mixed rural and urban influences in bravura performances that some popular music historians consider the foundation for all modern blues piano.
Sing Miller was a traditional jazz and blues singer and piano player from New Orleans.
Baton Rouge guitarist, singer, and harmonica player James "Slim Harpo" Moore, one of the last traditional blues musicians to achieve pop success, was an important influence on many 1960s rock bands.
Self-taught jazz pianist Sweet Emma Barrett was able to follow any piece of music after hearing it only once.
Born in Scott, where he still maintains a home, Zachary Richard is a musician, poet, environmentalist, and cultural activist.
New Orleans's Zion Harmonizers excelled in all forms of gospel music, from early a cappella spirituals to modern R&B.
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