Released on Netflix in late 2020, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom features Uptown Jazz Orchestra as the behind-the-scenes sounds of Ma’s band as they work to produce a studio album in Chicago in the 1920s. The film, based on the August Wilson play of the same name, tells the story of Gertrude “Ma” Rainey, the “Mother … Continue reading UJO on Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom Soundtrack
Heading to Denmark this week for the annual Tonder Festival, King James and The Special Men play sets Thursday, Friday and Saturday. For 40 years, the festival has brought acts from all around the world to the stage in southern Denmark, where artists and music enthusiasts converge for four days of incredible line-ups. Visit Tonder … Continue reading King James & The Special Men to Play Tonder Fest, Denmark
Mr. Armand Charbonnet, 84, local funeral director and business owner, was laid to rest after a traditional jazz funeral on July 20, with a full vigil and music-filled service preceding. The Uptown Jazz Orchestra, led by Delfeayo Marsalis, provided music and guest artists accompanied UJO during the church service. For full coverage, visit Chad Calder’s piece … Continue reading Uptown Jazz Orchestra Pays Tribute to Armand Charbonnet
Come out for the long-awaited return of Gravy Flavored Kisses who have been busy finishing up recording their upcoming album, to be released in the fall. GFK is joined by Little Maker this Saturday, July 18 at Le Bon Temps Roule, uptown on Magazine Street in New Orleans. Continue reading Gravy Flavored Kisses at Le Bon Temps Roule
Dr. Norman C. Francis, long-time president of Xavier University of Louisiana was honored at a ceremony and tribute party June 4 at the Hyatt Regency in New Orleans. Delfeayo Marsalis and the Uptown Jazz Orchestra participated in his recognition as house band for the black tie, star-studded affair – including guest performances from Irma Thomas and Allen Toussaint, … Continue reading Delfeayo Marsalis, Uptown Jazz Orchestra play Norman Francis Tribute
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For a little #tbt fun, here are some amazing photos by Katie Sikora Photography of Trumpet Mafia from the 2015 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. These photos of the band and musicians are Part 2 of her three part series of the road leading up to the big performance, so be sure to check … Continue reading Trumpet Mafia Photographed by Katie Sikora
King James and the Special Men are taking their Monday nights from the Bywater to Sidney’s on St. Bernard Avenue a block off St. Claude Avenue and across from the Marigny. Read Nola.com’s coverage of the King James story here. King James (Jimmy Horn) – along with band members Chris Davis, John Rodli, Robert Snow, Ben Polcer, Dominick … Continue reading King James and the Special Men Play Mondays at Sidney’s
Recent University of New Orleans graduate and Thailand native, bassist Tanarat Chaichana culminated his studies with a big band modern jazz recording of his original music. Playing lead trumpet, Scott can be heard with a group of talented local musicians on the recording of “The Man at the Bus Stop” with the accompanying video. Check out Tanarat’s … Continue reading Scott Plays with UNO Grad Tanarat Chaichana, Recording and Video
SimplePlay Presents has announced that King James and the Special Men are the latest band to join their incredible catalog of artists. Other groups under SimplePlay management include Sweet Crude, Mississippi Rail Company and the Cardinal Sons, to name a few. King James and the Special Men can be seen and heard at BJ’s in the … Continue reading King James and the Special Men Join SimplePlay Presents
Yahoo! Music sent a press team to check out the music goods at the 2015 New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Reporter Tristram Lozaw reports back with positive reviews of the Fest including Scott playing trumpet with Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra, Marcia Ball and Kristin Diable. Read more about these groups and … Continue reading Yahoo! Jazz Fest 2015: Delfeayo Marsalis, Kristin Diable, Marcia Ball
Scott Frock, Professional Trumpet Player 