Spring is not that far off, when the sounds of Mardi Gras in Buffalo approach. As we slide into February, The Big Easy announces that there will be three big shows in the works for 2023’s ode to New Orleans’ musical culture and heritage…
February 18 – Mardi Graski with LeeRon Zydeco & The Buffalo Touch Polka Band – The Sportsmens Tavern – Two of Buffalo’s best reunite after last year’s sold out show to play separately and together for a special “Mardi Graski” concert that continues The Big Easy in Buffalo’s Cultural Connections series.
February 24 – The Jay#Tet & Folkfaces, the 16th Annual Mardi Gras Jam – DHU Strand Theatre – Another Cultural Connections show, modern jazz meets Americana as each band plays their own set then joins together for a set of Mardi Gras favorites.
March 4 – John Papa Gros Band with Randle & The Late Night Scandals – The Cave – Founder of Papa Grows Funk and a Big Easy in Buffalo favorite, Gros brings his blend of New Orleans classics and original material that spans r&b, funk, rock, and jam band music. Opening the show is Buffalo’s own blues powerhouse Randle & The Late Night Scandals.
“Three weeks, three shows, six bands, one great celebration,” Artistic/Executive Director Tod A. Kniazuk said. “We’re excited to showcase the music and spirit of New Orleans and Mardi Gras through so many different musical styles.”
Information including ticket links can be found at www.thebigeasyinbuffalo.org and www.facebook.com/TheBigEasyInBuffalo.
Images courtesy Jeff Tracy