A folk-country singer-songwriter with a punk sensibility, Azad Safavi has taken to the road in search of places to sing his songs and people to sing them for. Sometimes available with a band, Azad is also capable of delivering hours of audience-captivating performance as a solo act. Noted for his engaging and easy-to-understand lyrics, as well as his booming voice, crowds are always pleased after he sings his songs.

The Shiz is a folk/blues rock quartet that delivers high energy conscious original blues rock and soul suited to events from privates parties and festival events. Best for progressive audiences ages 18-65.

Little Maker is the solo project of New Orleans-native singer/songwriter Micah McKee (Empress Hotel, Silent Cinema). With an ensemble cast of musicians, Little Maker is a tribute to pop music's present unraveling and rock and roll's folk-speckled and rustic past. Using lush violin lines and vividly nostalgic horn blasts, McKee's ensemble amplifies the stark lyrical and melodic earnestness. In January 2013 they released their debut album "Patrons of the Saint", produced by ex-dBs bassist Jeff Beninato. Summer 2015 will see the release of their follow-up LP "The Wail and the Wheel", as well as a second appearance at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Little Maker has shared the stage with such acts as Scout Niblett, Heartless Bastards, Jenny and Johnny,Feufollet, Andrew Duhon, Kristin Diable, Little Radar, These United States, and many more.

Hi, my name is Silence is Noise and I am an artist living in New Orleans, La. I have copyrighted 50 original songs, and have played at places such as the House of Blues, and Little Gem Saloon. I absolutely love gigging, and am looking to gig more in the city. When I gig, all I need is a microphone and either a keyboard or piano. Please feel free to contact me if you are interested with any questions you may have.

Ryan Gregory Floyd is a singer-songwriter with a vast catalog of original songs and covers. His music ranges from upbeat country and folk songs to gentle finger-style ballads. His voice has been compared to Sun Kil Moon, Glen Hansard, and Kris Kristofferson.

New Orleans born Rage Against the Machine tribute band. A true rage experience, this all-star band brings the heat! From start to finish Know Your Enemy will have your full attention.

I am an Acoustic Americana/Blues Singer/Songwriter. I play original material and my own interpretations of artists such as Johnny Cash, John Prine, Muddy Waters, Bob Dylan, Chuck Berry, Fats Domino and many others. I have my own small sound system if one is not available and there is no extra charge if I have to provide the sound. I do require a two hour minimum for a booking, but you will want at least two hours! Check things out at www.patrickcoopermusic.com

Multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and Emmy nominated composer, John Lee Sanders comes from the deep roots of jazz, blues and roots music through his early years in the Mississippi Delta, Alabama, the Bayous of Louisiana, and The plains of Texas. John Lee has a universal gift to reach audiences from a broad and diverse musical spectrum. With blues at the core, he has evolved a complex musical gumbo, with the flavors of Cajun, Rock, Gospel, Pop, Jazz, R&B, Soul, Country, classical, with a deep love of the traditions, and culture of New Orleans. "One of My musical heroes, a triple threat" Bonnie Raitt I perform solo, piano vocal, travel with a great Bose L1 sound systems for small to medium size clubs. I frequently perform with a 3-4 piece band, Guitar, bass drums, or 3 piece, I perform left hand bass. I've also toured fronting a 19 piece big band, all original music, with my own arrangements. I also play great tenor sax. I was the opening act for Bonnie Raitt's Slipstream tour in 2012. I've worked with Willie Nelson, The Meters, Dr. John, Marcia Ball, Stevie Wonder, Randy Newman, Chuck Berry, Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin, Donald Fagin of Steely Dan. For private events, weddings, etc, I have a huge party dance, jazz, soul, Funk Repertoire, and for clubs and festivals, I perform more original material.

Well known for their killer live performances, the Pentones combine blues, rock, and funk to create a tasty gumbo of New Orleans-influenced sound that's uniquely their own. The Pentones are Mark Penton (guitar and vocals), Thomas C. McDonald (bass guitar and vocals), and Eddie Christmas (drums and percussion).

Blending a love of New Orleans style Rhythm and Blues with the classic guitar sound of bands that came out of the 60s and 70's, The Jeb Rault Band's goal is to bring their music to as many different fans as possible the world over. Playing throughout the American Southeast and also in Europe, the band is well on its way. The musical melting pot of New Orleans Louisiana has always been a prime breeding ground for new styles and flavors of music, and today's JRB is one of the newest examples of what can happen when many different related styles of music are put together. You get something new, yet recognizable, familiar and satisfying at the same time. The experience of seeing the Jeb Rault Band live will leave any fan of Blues Rock based music with the feeling that current music is not all corporate pop, and that there is something to be hopeful about in todays musical climate. www.jebrault.com

I'm a acoustic blues/pop musician with a big range and a lot of soul. Currently I'm just an acoustic artist. I'm always experimenting with my sound depending on who I'm playing with so it will always have a fresh feel when I perform.

IRIS P AND "THE GREATS OF IRIS BAND" PERFORMS MANY GENRES OF MUSIC, SUCH AS, ROCK, NEO-SOUL, OLD SCHOOL, JAMES BROWN, BILLIE HOLIDAY, REGGAE- BOB MARLEY, POP ORIGINALS SUCH AS, IRIS P. ITUNES SINGLE, "GOOD GIRL", AND OTHER ORIGINALS SUCH AS "ISSUES". HIP-HOP ETC. "WHATEVER THE THEME, WE MAKE IT A SOUND"