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December 2007

 

NEW AARON COMPILATION ARRIVES IN FEBRUARY '08

According to both Amazon.com and CDuniverse.com, Hip-O Records will be releasing a new Aaron compilation on February 5, 2008 (as part of its "Gold" series.)

I was not able to find any track listing yet. None of the "Gold" sets that I have seen so far have included anything new or particularly rare, so this set will likely prove to be a great-sounding "Best of" collection (much like the Neville Brothers "Gold" compilation is.)

CD Universe indicates that it will be a single disc, but its list price (around $20USD) is more in line with that of a 2-disc set.

 

 

PRODUCER OF "FIYO ON THE BAYOU" AND "ORCHID IN THE STORM" PASSES AWAY.

Joel Dorn, the man responsible for producing two of the greatest Neville albums ever, has passed away at 65. Information found at the Washington Post's web site.

Grammy-winning jazz producer Joel Dorn dies at 65
Reuters
Monday, December 17, 2007; 9:13 PM

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Veteran record producer Joel Dorn, who worked with such artists as Roberta Flack, Max Roach and the Neville Brothers, died of a heart attack on Monday in New York. He was 65.

Dorn, a one-time disc-jockey at a Philadelphia jazz radio station, was perhaps best known for his work with Atlantic Records' prestigious jazz stable between 1967 and 1974. Working alongside the label's jazz chief, Nesuhi Ertegun, he brought a pop sensibility to works by musicians such as Roach, Herbie Mann, Les McCann and Eddie Harris, Mose Allison and Rahsaan Roland Kirk.

Dorn once said his two biggest influences were songwriting duo Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, and producer Phil Spector.

"To this day before I go in and make a record, I'll throw on 'Be My Baby' or a Coasters record," he said.

In the pop field, he helped set Bette Midler and Flack on the course to stardom, producing their debut albums. He and Flack won consecutive record of the year Grammys, for "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" (1972) and "Killing Me Softly With His Song" (1973).

He also ventured into rock with the Allman Brothers Band's second release, 1970's "Idlewild South," and Don McLean's 1974 album, "Homeless Brother." (McLean was the inspiration for the songwriters of "Killing Me Softly...")

Dorn "bridged the worlds of jazz and pop with enormous skill and grace, never compromising the integrity of his artists and their music," said Edgar Bronfman, Jr., the chairman and chief executive of Atlantic's Warner Music Group Inc parent.

Dorn left Atlantic in 1974, and worked for other labels' acts, such as Leon Redbone, Lou Rawls and the Neville Brothers. His collaboration with the latter spawned their 1981 breakthrough "Fiyo on the Bayou."

In his later years, he formed his own labels, and oversaw reissues of classic jazz albums for Columbia Records, Rhino Records and GRP Records. At the time of his death, he was a partner in the roots label Hyena Records, and was working on a five-disc tribute to his mentor, "Homage A Nesuhi." He is survived by three sons.

(Reporting by Dean Goodman; editing by Eric Walsh)

As a footnote... When Dorn's Hyena Records reissued "Orchid in the Storm" in 2003, I emailed him, asking if there would be any previously-unissued material on the reissue. I specifically asked about the song "A Thousand Miles Away" (which can be heard very faintly during the medley's fade-out.) Mr. Dorn's assistant responded, saying that Joel had told him that the song wasn't releasable and that I was the first person who had ever mentioned noticing that song during the fade-out. That's as close as I ever got to speaking with him, but I understand that he was a really nice guy. His sudden passing is a tragic loss to the music industry.

- Jon Tyler

 

 

NICE REVIEW OF NEVILLETRACKS

Periodically, I like to do a Yahoo search of the web, looking for reviews of (and links to) this site. I just found the following review at "Eat Sleep Drink Music"...

Man-about-MySpace: Clan Neville
Posted on 10.24.07 by Dr. Flucke @ 9:45 pm

Most of the time, the Man About MySpace is at your service to find great new bands for the sampling. Today’s blog, however, offers a tip of the cap to a phenomenal fan site, Neville Tracks....

... Neville Tracks does its best to track the family’s in-print recordings as well as tour dates. Not an easy job after Katrina forced scattered the family throughout several states. But they persist, and so do the superfans who power this MySpace.

Click HERE to read the entire review...

And, on that note, I'd like to take this time to thank everyone who has helped to make NevilleTracks what it is. Without the input from all of you, this site would not be all that it is. The favorable review above belongs to you ALL!!!

Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Happy and Healthy Holidays to all!!!

-Jon Tyler

 

 

BLOG ABOUT SOME OF POPPA FUNK'S 1960'S RECORDINGS.

I was checking out the oft-recommended "Home of the Groove Blogspot" yesterday and noticed that its creator, Dan Phillips, had written an excellent piece on some of Art's rare single from the mid-to-late-1960's. Dan's knowledge of New Orleans R&B is encyclopedic!

To read the article, click HERE and scroll down to the December 4th entry. And while you're there, check out the rest of Dan's articles. There are many which are Neville-related in some way, but all are worth reading, even if the Nevilles aren't mentioned in that particular blog entry.

 

 

POPPA FUNK APPEARS ON FERGIE'S NEW SINGLE, "CLUMSY."

One of my nieces was listening to the song "Clumsy," (recorded by Fergie) this morning and I noticed a familar voice on the recording... that of Art "Poppa Funk" Neville.

As many Neville fans know, The Meters have been sampled by rap artists countless times, so it's not all that unusual to hear Poppa Funk's keyboards on current rap and hip-hop songs. However, this is the first time I've ever heard his voice sampled.

The song uses a sample from the backing vocal part of Little Richard's "The Girl Can't Help It" (which was recorded for Specialty Records at the same time that Art was signed with the label.) It was fairly common for the label's artists to sing backup on one another's recordings. Listen closely and you'll hear Art's golden voice, singing the repeated background phrase, "Can't help it. The girl can't help it."

 

 

TWO MORE IVAN DISCOGRAPHY UPDATES

Nevilles/Meters fan John P. Ryan has helped to fill in a couple more holes in Ivan's discography (as well as the Meters discography.)

Joh pointed out that Ivan contributed to Keith Richards' "Eileen" EP (1993) and filled in the gaps regrding Ivan's contribution to Bernard Fowler's "Friends With Privileges" LP (2006).

Thanks John!!!

November 2007

 

TALKIN BOUT NEW ORLEANS

Speaking of Brother Cyril... KGSR Radio in Austin Texas is due to release the latest in its series of exclusive "KGSR Broadcasts" CDs. This 2-CD set (Volume 15) includes a recording of the Meters classic, "Talkin' 'bout New Orleans" (by Cyril and his band, Tribe13.)

The discs, due for release on November 23, 2007, can be ordered HERE.

 

 

MEAN THINGS HAPPENING

It appears that copies of Tribe 13's debut CD were released in Europe during the band's recent tour there. UK-fan, Ed Ievers acquired a copy, directly from the source...

"I think they were selling copies at his gigs in Europe during most of August... The disc does not have a catologue number but it marked E.S. Records and was recorded in Austin Oct and Nov 2006 and Jan/Feb/Mar 2007."

Ed also sent the following track listing: "Cry Cry Cry for New Orleans," "The Price of Freedom," "Uptown Ruler," "Indians Got That Fire," "Mean Things Happening (In This World)," "Jolly Man (Sewed all Night)," "Dance Hall Lights," "Better Half" and "H20." (This is the actual playing order of the songs; tracks 1 and 5 are listed in the reverse order on the packaging.)

Thanks Ed!

 

 

NEVILLES RETURN FOR JAZZFEST 2008

This just in via the Brothers' MySpace page...

The Neville Brother To Make Triumphant Return To Jazzfest 08

New Orleans, LA (November 15, 2007) The Neville Brothers, the iconic band of New Orleans, a.k.a. The First Family of Funk, are coming home for their first post-Katrina performance in the city, appearing in their traditional spot as the Festival's closing act on Sunday, May 4.

“The return of Aaron, Art, Charles and Cyril Neville to New Orleans and to Jazz Fest is as powerful a statement as possible about the return of our culture to the city. They are back, which means we are back!” said producer Quint Davis.

The Neville Brothers, the four siblings whose recordings and live performances have for decades channeled the depths of New Orleans rhythm and blues with unparalleled authority, said, "We have been all over the world during the last two years, sharing the spirit of New Orleans through our music and raising funds for Katrina relief, so now it's time to bring the music home to our beloved New Orleans for the fans and the music community."

 

 

ANY DAY NOW

As most of you are probably aware, Aaron recorded a version of the song "Any Day Now" (which was released on both the "Devotion" DVD and the "Gospel Roots" 2-CD set.)

I learned just a few days ago that he had also recorded the song previously (most likely during the late '60s or early '70s.)

More about this newly-discovered recording soon!

 

 

NEVILLE BROTHERS BIOGRAPHY

While this will likely be "old news" to many long-time Neville fans, I would bet that there are some newer fans who are not aware that the Nevilles wrote a collective autobiography (which was published in September 2000.) When released, it was a huge hit with fans and critics alike.

According to the publisher's press release ... "In their own words, the Neville Brothers - 'the first family of New Orleans music'-tell their amazing story, from hard times to their phenomenal Grammy-winning success today.In The Brothers, each Neville alternates telling his story, from their childhood in segregated New Orleans to a growing involvement in crime and drugs to the eventual decision, in the mid-seventies, to start performing and recording together. The Brothers is an inspiring tale of soulful sounds, the importance of heritage, and the powerful bonds of family."

The book was released in paperback in October 2001. Hardbound or paperback copies can be obtained through many online resellers such as Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com and the Louisiana Music Factory. Of course, copies can also be found at on-line auction sites such as eBay on a semi-regular basis.

If you've never read the book yet, I would highly recommend doing so!

(pictured below are the US and Japanese covers.)

October 2007

 

DUMPSTAPHUNK ON LOUISIANA MUSIC FACTORY VIDEOS

According to Offbeat Magazine's October 18th "Weekly Beat," ...

The in-store performances at Louisiana Music Factory that have become a staple of the Jazz Fest week were preserved this year. They now can be seen on the Music Factory's Web site. The videos bring back performances by Rick Trolsen, Bonerama, Kenny Bill Stinson, Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk, Jon Cleary, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Bob French and the Original Tuxedo Jazz Band, and many more.

Go HERE to see the videos

 

 

CHARMAINE ON MYSPACE

Charmaine Neville, Charles's daughter (and a VERY talented singer in her own right) has just added a page on MySpace.

Click HERE to visit that page.

 

 

CHARMAINE COMING TO THE NORTHEAST IN FEBRUARY 2008

According to Charmaine's brand new MySpace page, she will be bringing her show to the northeast on February 1, 2008.

They will be appearing at 8:00 PM at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, 75 Church Street, North Adams, Massachusetts 70116

Patrons of the Arts performance Series Tickets for all shows are $12 $5 for MCLA faculty and staff Free for MCLA students and Patrons of the Arts.

Visit her MySpace page for additional dates!

 

 

ARTHEL HOSTS SPECIAL ON TV GUIDE NETWORK

This just in via Arthel Neville's MySpace page...

Arthel will be hosting a special on the TV Guide Network entitled, "Britney & Lindsay: Under The Influence."

The show will premiere on Friday, Oct. 12, at 5 pm/ET.

 

 

CYRIL BEGINS BLOGGING ON HIS MYSPACE PAGE

Brother Cyril has begun sharing his thoughts and feelings via a Blog on his MySpace page.

Check the Blog out HERE

 

 

AARON SHOW DATES AND PRE-SALE INFORMATION

According to Aaron's MySpace page...

Tour dates for Christmas with Aaron Neville and his Quintet featuring Charles Neville have just been announced:

December 6 – Orlando, FL @ Hard Rock Live

December 7 – Fort Pierce, FL @ Sunrise Theatre

December 9 – Mobile, AL @ Saenger Theater Performing Arts Center (No Presale)

December 11 – Tupelo, MS @ BancorpSouth Arena (Presale begins Oct 24th)

December 13 – Annapolis, MD @ Rams Head On Stage
Presale thru: Rams Head
Password is: christmasprayer

December 14 - Roanoke, VA @ Shaftman Performance Hall Benefiting Toys for Tots

December 16 – Nashville, TN @ Wildhorse Saloon

A limited number of tickets for the Orlando, Fort Pierce, and Nashville shows have been held for Aaron Neville fans and will be available through a special presale that begins this Wednesday, October 10th at 10 AM Local Time. By buying tickets through the fan presale, you'll be able to get your tickets before anyone else AND save some money on service charges. The presale for the Tupelo, MS show will begin Wednesday, October 24th at 10 AM Local Time.

Click here to buy tickets: http://aaronneville.ducatking.com

 

 

VOODOO MUSIC EXPERIENCE WEBCAST

According to Satchmo.com, this year's Voodoo Music Experience (which includes performances by Dumpstaphunk, the New Orleans Social Club, PBS and many other great musical performers) will be webcast by the iClips Network. (October 26-28)

Go HERE for more details.

Go HERE to view the Voodoo Music Experience schedule.

 

 

MORE NEVILLE TUNES AVAILABLE ON i-TUNES

While perusing the popular music download service, I found a few more Neville-related recordings available there.

Dumpstaphunk's "Listen Hear" EP can be downloaded from the service, as can the recently released "Goin' Home - A Tribute To Fats Domino."

The former is the debut release from Ivan's band and is an absolute must-have for fans of down-and-dirty funk.

The latter is a various-artists compilation, featuring contemporary interpretations of Fats Domino classics. Dumpstaphunk provides instrumental backup for B.B. King on the album's title track, "Goin' Home." Brother Art contributes a solo recording of "Please Don't Leave Me," one that features only his piano and vocals. The New Orleans Social Club (featuring Ivan) backs Taj Mahal on "My Girl Josephine." Through iTunes, one can download the entire 2-disc collection or only those tracks that one wants.

Another tracks which has shown up recently is a remixed version of Aaron's classic, "Tell It Like It Is" (listed as "Tell It Like It Is" [2007 Version].) I would doubt that this remix is authorized by Aaron or his management (which means that it's unlikely that Aaron benefits from sales of the recording,) but it's interesting to hear none the less.

"U-Ka featuring Naomi Louise Warne and Charles Neville - Live at Snug Harbor" is also available for download. The five tracks can be downloaded separately or all five are available for $4.95.

 

 

CHARMAINE APPEARS ON SNUG HARBOR VIDEO

Charmaine contributed a live recording of "Mack the Knife" to the "Snug Harbor Live Jazz Series Volume 1" DVD.

Here's a description of the collection, taken from the Louisiana Music Factory's web site:

Choice Jewels from The Snug Harbor Treasure Chest Of Jazz... Recorded Live during the Summer of 2005 and the Spring of 2006... Eighty Full Minutes of The Best From The New Orleans Jazz Scene

For more info (and to order the DVD,) click HERE

 

 

SOME RUMORS

According to a very reliable source, the first CD from Cyril and Gaynielle's band, Tribe 13 is due very soon. Details will follow.

Early this year, rumors were circulating about the possibility of some sort of special release happening this year to commemorate the Brothers' 30th anniversary. From what I understand, both audio and video material was being reviewed for possible inclusion in a CD / DVD boxed set.

After hearing little news on that front for several months, I recently heard (also from a very reliable source) that there is something even bigger in the works! Stay tuned for updates.

 

 

CYRIL IN NEW HAMPSHIRE WITH THE BAYOU ALL-STARS

The Bayou All-Stars
Wed, October 3, 2007 7:30 PM

New Orleans jazz legends, including George Porter Jr., Cyril Neville and Henry Butler, have united to celebrate the indomitable spirit and culture of their native city. Now, the show's on the road and they're coming to Concord!

Also featuring Papa Mali and Rob Kidd.

More info available HERE

(Thanks to Denise Sullivan for the info.)

September 2007

 

TRIBE13 ELECTRONIC PRESS KIT

For those seeking more details about Cyril and Gaynielle's band, Tribe 13, the band's Electronic Press Kit can be viewed HERE. The EPK includes biographies, photos and audio samples (among other information.)

 

 

A MESSAGE FROM GAYNIELLE "QUEEN G" NEVILLE

To all my my space friends and family, I am so proud to announce my new business. I now along with my husband have a new travel agency, I hooked up with a wonderful company called YTB that has such wonderful bargains I had to become a business partner. They not only have great flight deals, they book cruises, hotels, car rentals. and I tell you the convenience of a one stop travel need portal is just mind blowing.

Guess what? I can accomodate concert tickets, opera tickets, stageplay tickets.

If you are a frequent flyer you want the pleasure of flying comfortably and reasonably. I guarantee with YTB/Tribe 13 Bookings you will receive great travel deals and save lots of money.

Go to http://www.ytb.com/Tribe13Bookings for furthur info.

Also for my acting entertaining friends, extras, I need headshots I am doing the casting thing and I will work diligently to get you the roll you want.

To the casting agents, let's work together. I have been told by reliable working professionals the market is definately in the south.

Where I live in Texas, there is no representation for minorities and people of color. I will be casting everyone, white, black, hispanic. Any one who wants to try out for a roll.

Since there are lots of film makers who have chosen New Orleans, Austin, Houston to make their films, videos and other projects that require services, CCQ casting wll be making a mark.

Thanks for stoppong in to read it, now heed it.
Have a funkalicious day.

Gaynielle Queen G Neville

 

 

HARD-TO-FIND ART NEVILLE 45 ON EBAY

Art's hard-to-find 45 ("My Babe" / "My Dear Dearest Darling" on Cinderella Records) is currently up for auction on eBay. I have dealt with this seller on a couple of occasions and can recommend them highly!

THIS AUCTION HAS NOW ENDED.

 

 

SEARCHING FOR CYRIL'S RECORDINGS ON TIPITINA'S RECORDS

I posted this a few months ago and have decided to repost it now...

Back in the mid-to-late 1990's, there was an affiliation between Cyril's Endangered Species label and Tipitina's (which had recently launched its own record label and recording studio.) At that time, Tipitina's offered custom CDs, and MANY recordings made by Cyril were available on these discs. All ten tracks from "The Fire This Time" were available. Two tracks from "Soulo" ("Another Man" and "Fonkaliscious") were also available and all ten cuts from "Me And Fess" (aka "New Orleans Cookin'") were available as well.

In addition to all of these otherwise-available gems, nine other tracks were available which were never included on any of Cyril's CDs!

"Carnival Time," " Don't You Just Know It (with Nick Daniels,) " Go To The Mardi Gras," " I Can't Wait to Get Back Home," " Let's Go Zydeco" (with Rockin' Dopsie,) "Ooh-Poo Pa Doo" (with James Andrews)," "The Blues," "Merry Christmas Baby" and "Christmas Time in New Orleans" (which might actually be the same song found elsewhere as "Christmas Scene in New Orleans.")

Unfortunately, these custom CDs are no longer available and I fear that these rare recordings will never see another release.

If ANYONE can help me acquire copies of any of these tracks, please contact me at: jon@nevilletracks.com

 

 

CYRIL APPEARS IN JOHN SINCLAIR DOCUMENTARY


Cyril appears on the upcoming documentary release, "20 to Life: The Life & Times of John Sinclair," (due October 9.) For further details, click HERE.

 

 

NEVILLE TV APPEARANCES IN SEPTEMBER


"New Orleans Music in Exile" is being shown on the Starz Cinema channel on the following dates and times:
Tue. Sept 4 (6:35am); Tue. Sept 4 (2:35pm); Sat. Sept 8 (10:50am); Fri. Sept 14 (2:10pm); Wed. Sept 19 (8:50am); Wed. Sept 19 (04:20pm) and Sun. Sept 23 (6:35am)

Art Neville (and fellow Meter-man, George Porter, Jr.) appear on the "Bodog Music Battle of the Bands" on the Fuse Network Wednesday Sept 5 at 1:00pm

Aaron is featured on VH-1's "Show Us Your Tats" on Sunday, Sept 16 at 10:30am.

"Make It Funky!" is being shown on Encore Drama Channel on Wednesday Sept 26 at 8:00pm

Stay up-to-date by visiting VH1's Rock-On-TV

August 2007

 

ARTHEL DOES SPECIAL FOR MY NETWORK TV

Sorry for such short notice, but I just got this news this morning (courtesy of Arthel's MySpace page) ...

It's called "Going Back To New Orleans"
It's a two-hour special on New Orleans musicians; mainly Deacon John. Check it out. 8 PM / 7 Central
Wednesday, August 29

Go to : www.mynetworktv.com
(For Listings)

 

 

NEW E-MAIL ADDRESS

Due to an ongoing (and ever-increasing) problem with SPAM e-mails, I am going to start changing my e-mail address on a semi-regular basis. At this point, I'm losing real e-mails amid the high volume of junk. I pride myself in responding to all legitimate emails in timely fashion and have fallen behind lately due to this problem.

I will keep the contact info updated on this site any time I change the address. If you try to contact me and receive an email, saying that the email address is invalid, please check the link at the bottom of any page for the latest contact address.

Sorry for any inconvenience this causes. Hopefully, it will result in my being able to respond quicker to your e-mails, questions and comments.

 

 

MORE NEVILLE TV APPEARANCES IN AUGUST

According to Satchmo.com, the following Neville-related TV appearances are coming in August...

Week of August 25, 2007
PBS
Austin City Limits - New Orleans Social Club a group of Crescent City music legends celebrates the city's musical history and culture; the New Orleans Social Club features Ivan Neville, Henry Butler, Leo Nocentelli, George Porter Jr. and ; they are joined by special guests Irma Thomas, Marcia Ball, John Boutte, Willie Tee, Monk Boudreaux and Cyril Neville; originally aired 10/14/06; Check your local PBS listings for air date/time!

August 29, 2007
8:00 pm
TV One
Song for New Orleans documentary on how Katrina impacted the New Orleans music scene; with ReBirth Brass Band, Kermit Ruffins, Charmaine Neville, Donald Harrison, Monk Boudreaux, Branford Marsalis, Harry Connick Jr., and others.

 

 

NEVILLE RELATED DOCUMENTARIES ON STARZ-IN-BLACK NETWORK

There are to very good documentaries about New Orleans music being aired on the Starz In Black network in August.

"Make it Funky" (narrated by Art Neville) is "a raucous tribute to the musical heritage of the Crescent City, chock full of blazing performances, fiery archival footage and red-hot conversations with the remarkable men and women who created it." (Filmed and produced pre-Katrina.)

"New Orleans Music in Exile" is a "Starz InBlack Original Documentary following the plight of
displaced musicians, forced to flee from their home city as a result of the deadly assault by Hurricane Katrina."

Air dates are as follows: (All times are Eastern Standard Time.)

August 6 - 6:05pm - Make It Funky!
August 7 - 11:20am - New Orleans Music in Exile
August 7 - 6:05pm - New Orleans Music in Exile
August 8 - 6:40am - New Orleans Music in Exile
August 9 - 12:00pm - Make It Funky!
August 9 - 8:00pm - Make It Funky!
August 12 - 9:05am - New Orleans Music in Exile
August 12 - 4:05pm - New Orleans Music in Exile
August 19 - 7:00am - Make It Funky!
August 19 - 6:05pm - Make It Funky!
August 29 - 12:15pm - Make It Funky!
August 29 - 5:45pm - New Orleans Music in Exile
August 29 - 7:40pm - Make It Funky!

 

 

REVAMPED NEVILLE BROTHERS WEB SITE

The folks at A\V Getdown have revamped the Neville Brothers' official web site. This upgrade to the site includes more multimedia content and a more user-friendly (and visually appealing) layout. Make sure to check out the PHOTO/VIDEO page while you're there to see lots of new photos of the band!!!

At this time, the site's discography does not include any of the Nevilles' solo projects. Of course, a comprehensive list of their solo projects is still available right here at Nevilletracks.com. For individual discographies, click on the "Individual Discographies" link on the Nevilletracks home page.

Click here to visit the Nevilles' official web site... www.Nevilles.com

July 2007

 

FURTHER INFO ABOUT THE FATS DOMINO TRIBUTE ALBUM

According to the article found HERE, the upcoming Fats Domino tribute CD (due on September 25th) is a 2-disc set and will be released by Vanguard Records (to benefit the Tipitina's Foundation.)

Although the article indicates that the "line-up is subject to change," it currently indicates that Art Neville will contribute "Please Don't Leave Me" and the BB King / Dumpstaphunk collaboration is the disc's title song, "Goin' Home."

Updated 7/24/07... I failed to mention previously that the New Orleans Social Club is contributing "My Girl Josephine" (with Taj Mahal) to this compilation. Presumably, Ivan will be part of the group on the recording.

 

 

ARTHEL NEVILLE ON MYSPACE

Arthel Neville, well-known journalist, TV personality (and daughter of eldest Brother, Art "Poppa Funk" Neville) now has a page on MySpace.

Click HERE to pay her page a visit!

 

 

NEVILLES ON THE TONIGHT SHOW 7/11/07

This was mentioned on the Brothers' official web site (and Cyril sent out a message to fans via his MySpace page,) but I figured I'd mention it, just in case anyone is still unaware of it. Tune in to "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" on July 11th, 2007 for a special performance by the Neville Brothers.

According to Cyril's announcement:

THE NEVILLE BROTHERS HAVE BEEN MAKING FUNKY WONDERFUL MUSIC TOGETHER FOR THIRTY YEARS
THE GRAMMY AWARD WINNING NEW ORLEANS NATIVES WILL BE
CELEBRATING THEIR THIRTY YEARS TOGETHER ON THE JAY LENO SHOW ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 11, 2007
THEY HAVE BEEN ON THE JAY LENO SHOW LOTS OF TIMES, BUT THEY WILL BE THERE TO ANNOUNCE THEIR THIRTY YEARS TOGETHER AND DO SPECIAL PERFORMANCES
CHECK YOUR TV LISTINGS FOR AIRTIME
IT WILL BE A FUNKY EXPERIENCE

 

 

FOR MARDI GRAS INDIAN FANS

Back in November 2006, a special-edition boxed set was released, featuring both of the Wild Magnolias' classic 1970s albums, "Wild Magnolias" and "They Call Us Wild," (plus one bonus track.) The set, which includes a poster and book, retails for around $69.99.

Another company has just reissued a standard edition of the same 2-CD set (minus the bonus track and without the poster, book and box.) This new version retails for $19.99 and can be found at Amazon.com for $14.99 and at the Louisiana Music Factory for $16.99.

I've heard no first-hand reports on the sound quality, but I still feel safe in recommending this set to any Mardi Gras Indian fan!

June 2007

 

NEW ORLEANS SOCIAL CLUB LIVE RECORDINGS

This just in via the New Orleans Social Club's MySpace page...

2 NEW NOSC Discs NOW Available!! LIVE shows!

Get your very own copy of the NOSC Liv