The Mid-City Bayou Boogoloo takes place this weekend on the scenic banks of Bayou St. John. Chickie Wah Wah, the fine listening establishment on Canal Street in Mid-City, welcomes the return of the Bayou Boogaloo to the neighborhood with three nights of fantastic music presented by Family Fish Productions.
The weekend begins on Thursday, May 19 with a double bill of Chickie Wah Wah regulars. Cellist Helen Gillet opens the evening at 8:30 PM with a solo set featuring her captivating vocals, virtuoso cello work, and her innovative use of loops and pedals to create a unique soundscape. Vibraphonist Mike Dillon follows with his intense vibraphone/ percussion work and jazz-punk musical stylings at 10 PM. He will be joined by several of his musical friends and special guests are expected.
Friday, May 2, vocalist Erica Falls returns to the intimate club with her band led by bassist Donald Ramsey. Falls has one of the most powerful voices the city of New Orleans has ever seen. She is an in-demand studio singer and solo artist and tours with funk band Galactic as their featured vocalist. Her performance begins at 9 PM.
The weekend continues on Saturday May 21 when versatile vocalist Margie Perez presents the first installment of “Margie Does Madonna” at 10 PM. Best known for Muevelo, her Celia Cruz tribute band, and her collaborations with a wide swath of the music community in New Orleans, Perez brings together some of the finest musicians in the city to play the music of one of the iconic artists of the 20th century.
Nyce! will open the show at 8 PM. The young band plans to add to the fun. They have prepared a few Madonna covers to add to their diverse repertoire.
The weekend concludes on Sunday night, May 22 with a performance by Meschiya Lake and the Little Big Horns.
Check back tomorrow for my picks for the festival this weekend.
