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2013 Buku Music + Art Project in New Orleans

February 12, 2013 – 5:29 am

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Are you looking for something fresh and modern?  Want some innovative indie rock mixed with art and the local flavors of New Orleans?  Look no further than Buku Music + Art Project.  You’ll find the featured bands provide fresh interpretations of genres and sub-genres, as you enjoy local fare and art from resident artists.

The 2013 Buku Music + Art Project will be held on March 8th and 9th at Mardi Gras World found in downtown New Orleans’ warehouse district.

On Friday, March 8th, you’ll find such acts as Kid Cudi, Primus 3D, Flux Pavilion, and more.

On Saturday, March 8th, rock out with Calvin Harris, Passion Pit, Kendrick Lamar, and many more.

Buku will bring amazing art installations to the 2013 festival, but they are keeping the details quiet in anticipation of the event.  Buku will also delicious food stands provided by local restaurants, a wonderful alternative to the typical festival fare.

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If you are participating in Buku Music + Art Project, stay with us at 1896 O’Malley House.  We know you’ll need a quiet retreat to wind down from the excitement; and our inn is the ideal destination

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VooDoo Experience Music Fest 2012

September 25, 2012 – 7:17 pm

VooDoo Expereience Music Fest 2012

Halloween weekend in New Orleans inspires wild and crazy fun for trick-or-treaters of all ages!  This is a place where visitors can cut loose and have fun in all that NOLA has to offer.  We are especially looking forward to the VooDoo Experience Music Festival 2012, which has featured high-profile artists for more than ten years in City Park.  This high energy and exciting festival showcases four musical experiences in distinct locations: Le Ritual – mainstream music,  Le Plur – electronical/dance, Le Flambeau – local flare, and Le Carnival – indie bands.

VooDoo Music Fest was originally started in 2005 as a post Hurricane Katrina tribute concert for New Orleans citizens, and the many folks who provided support and assistance to us.  To this day the annual event offers three days of outstanding entertainment by a variety of award-winning artists.

Friday, October 26 kicks off the party with:
Le Ritual:  Neil Young & Crazy Horse AND The Avett Brothers
Le Plur:  Kaskade AND JFK of MSTRKRFT
Le Flambeau:  Bootsy Collins AND CC Adcock & The Lafayette Marquis
Le Carnival:  Say Anything AND Big History

Saturday, October 27 continues the groove with:
Le Ritual:  Green Day AND AWOLNATION
Le Plur:  Kaskade AND Justice
Le Flambeau:  MyNameIsJohnMichael AND Toots and the Maytals
Le Carnival:  Dave Stewart AND Fleur de Tease

Sunday, October 28 wraps it all up with:
Le Ritual:  Jack White AND Coheed & Cambria
Le Plur:  Skrillex AND Modestep
Le Flambeau:  Lost Bayou Ramblers AND Lil Band O’ Gold
Le Carnival:  Tomahawk AND New Orleans Bounce Azztravaganza

There are way more events than are listed here – for more information and a complete schedule please see The VooDoo Experience website.

If you are coming to New Orleans to be part of the VooDoo Experience Music Festival – plan to stay with us at 1896 O’Malley House, conveniently located near the venue.  We look forward to your stay and hearing about your adventures at the festival!

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