Meet us at the levee.
May 9, 2026
↓
2026 MUSIC SCHEDULE
DGB - 11:00 to 12:30 pm
Doussan Garrett Benoit is a South Louisiana collaboration born from two decades of friendship and the kind of musical trust you can only earn onstage and around kitchen tables. What began as a few get-togethers to trade ideas turned into a true band—three songwriters shaping original music and choice covers that honor the culture that raised them: blues, rock, swamp pop, Cajun/zydeco flavors, and New Orleans R&B.
Working out of Josh’s home studio in Prairieville, the trio writes the way great bands used to—face to face, chasing feel, leaving room for swing and soul. The project has quietly braided their lives back together, too. That closeness shows up in the music—tight vocal blends, pocket-first grooves, guitar lines that answer the lyric, and arrangements that serve the song.
Whether they’re reimagining a Louisiana classic or unveiling a new original, the goal is simple: music that feels lived-in, honest, and built to last. This isn’t a side project—it’s home.
Kristin diable - 1 to 2:30 pm
Kristin Diable is a jazzy, soulful singer-songwriter who commands attention whether she performs solo, with her band, The City, or in collaborations that have included members of the Louisiana Philharmonic and the Lost Bayou Ramblers. As a young adult, Diable left her native south Louisiana to spend time in New York City, and returned home in the early 2000’s with solid chops and musical stories to tell. Her voice has been compared to Amy Winehouse, inflected with Southern warmth and playfulness. Her 2015 album, Create Your Own Mythology, was a national success, garnering several awards on the strength of singles like “I’ll Make Time for You” and “Honey, Leave the Light On,” the latter which was featured in Season 7 of television’s Hawaii 5-0. Songs from an earlier release, Kristin Diable and the City were included in episodes of HBO’s True Blood and Treme series. Diable is a regular performer around New Orleans and at singer-songwriter gatherings, and is an annual feature at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Her latest album will drop just before the festival.
THE RUMBLE - 3 to 4:30 PM
On Mardi Gras morning, your eyes may feast on the intricate and elaborate beadwork of the Black Masking Indians as they dance down the street, but the first thing you'll hear when they make their way toward you is the back line, known as "the rumble". Fronted by Big Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. of the Young Eagles Black Masking Indian tribe, the band seamlessly blends past, present, and future elements of New Orleans culture into their sound. The Rumble features an exceptional lineup of musicians: Aurélien Barnes on trumpet/percussion, José Maize Jr. on trombone, TJ Norris on bass, Ari Teitel on guitar, Andriu Yanovski on keys, and Trenton O’Neal on drums. Each member brings unique influences ranging from funk to hiphop to brass band, gospel, jazz, and classical. This results in a powerful synergy that captivates audiences with electrifying performances and call-and-response chanting rooted in Mardi Gras Indian traditions. Their music is a vibrant, authentic, and original expansion of iconic styles pioneered by groups like The Meters, Wild Magnolias, and Neville Brothers.
The Rumble has received two GRAMMY nominations for Best Regional Roots Album for both their debut album, "Live at the Maple Leaf", and their first studio album Stories From The Battlefield in 2024 and 2025. Their live show is a symphony of rich color and propulsive sound, with each member sharing vocal duties, producing tight harmonies and virtuosic arrangements. They showcase their commitment to honoring cultural legacies while creating new material that pushes the boundaries of New Orleans music. The Rumble is more than a band—it’s an immersive celebration of New Orleans culture that bridges generations and invites audiences into the heart of its vibrant traditions.
