Are you feeling those stay-at-home blues? As we practice
social distancing and isolation, it's easy to get bored or to spend the time
longing for the days of summer concerts. Well, never fear, because the House of
Blues is bringing the tunes of local musicians right into your homes with
livestreamed concerts twice a week as a part of its "For the Culture: From the
Heart of NOLA" series. This series is meant to make people feel closer to the
city while at home, as well as to share "the many different cultures that make
New Orleans one of the greatest cities in the world."
You can catch the livestreamed concerts Tuesdays and
Thursdays, with some special weekend livestreams. The concerts will be streamed
online through the House of Blues New Orleans's Instagram and Facebook pages. Fans are
sure to have a great time from home, watching the live performances through
social media platforms, where they can write comments and interact with
musicians. Be sure to utilize the virtual tip jar, Venmo, or Pay Pal to thank
and support these artists during this difficult time.
The series will continue live and in person once the House
of Blues opens back up again, with a portion of the event proceeds benefitting
a local organization or relief fund. But for now, the events are all free and
easily accessible online for your streaming pleasure.
This week, you don't want to miss these live concert events:
Tuesday, May 12
For the Culture: Live with Sabrina Stone
7 p.m. - 8 p.m. CST
Streaming on Instagram or Facebook
Sabrina Stone performs live from the Foundation Room at the
House of Blues this week. With her last album International Date Line
selling over 200 copies in its first week at Peaches Records, Stone is sure to
give a great show, with some of her newer hits. Her sound, described as
"jazzy/orchestral/melodic pop," is sure to brighten up your day indoors.
Thursday, May 14
For the Culture: Live with Jake Landry Band
7 p.m.- 8 p.m. CST
Streaming on Instagram
or Facebook
House of Blues's artist-in-residence Jake Landry is back
with another livestreamed set, full of fiery audio, plenty of grooves, and
energetic showmanship from the entire band. Landry, the 35-year-old lifelong
musician from Abbeville, gives audiences a taste of his unreleased original
music, with lyrics that will hook you and vocals that flow on. If you miss the
show, don't worry: You can enjoy a recording
or try again during one of the band's other upcoming six-feet-apart
performances.
Friday, May 15
In Your House Party with Raj Smoove
7 p.m. - 10 p.m. CST
Streaming on Instagram or Facebook
Get your party on and get ready to dance some of those
worries away with this livestreamed hip-hop DJ set that brings the nightclub
right into your living room. And there's no one better to get the social
dis-dance party started than DJ Raj Smoove, dubbed
by Lil Wayne as "the Greatest DJ in the World."
Sunday, May 17
Mimosa on Your Sofa with Raj Smoove
11 a.m - 2 p.m. CST
Streaming on Instagram or Facebook
DJ Raj Smoove is back live from the Foundation Room with
another event on Sunday, serving you some good vibes and laidback grooves,
perfect to kick off your Sunday Funday at home.
For more information about the House of Blues's livestreamed
events and concerts, click HERE.
