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SUMMARY:Lynn Drury Band wsg Jony James Blues Band - Levitt Vibe/The Big Easy in Buffalo
DESCRIPTION:LYNN DRURY BAND wsg. Jony James Blues Band\nLevitt Vibe Buffalo/The Big Easy in Buffalo NOLA Series\nMonday\, August 3\nRalph Wilson Centennial Park\, near Centennial Pool at 5 DAR Drive\, just off Porter Ave.\nFREE\n5:30pm – 8pm \nNever easily corralled\, New Orleans’ own Lynn Drury calls her music “NOLAmericana\,” giving the listener a taste of the sound. With a distinctive voice\, this is definitive New Orleans Americana created in a city that moves to its own groove. She’s been a regular at French Quarter Festival and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival for years\, and for the past two decades has brought her original music to stages around the world.  \nJony James has been playing the blues longer than most people have been listening to it. And it shows. Born in Buffalo and raised in Chicago\, James came up in one of the deepest blues cities in the world. He returned to Buffalo in the ’90s and got to work. The real testament to Jony James is live\, where his guitar playing has earned devoted fans at venues across Western New York and beyond. He calls what he plays Survival Blues. It pours out through a weathered voice telling vivid\, open-minded tales of a tumultuous life. Lyrical\, urgent guitar work in the tradition of Albert King\, Otis Rush\, Buddy Guy\, and B.B. King\, but with a sound that is entirely his own. \nSince 2007 The Big Easy in Buffalo has brought New Orleans and Louisiana music and culture to the Western New York region several times a year for free and low cost live performance\, as well as music education and mentoring for local musicians\, students\, and the community. Through The Big Easy in Buffalo thousands of students\, dozens of local bands\, and countless audience members in Western New York have been exposed to this unique American culture.
URL:https://thebigeasyinbuffalo.com/event/lynn-drury-band-wsg-jony-james-blues-band-levitt-vibe-the-big-easy-in-buffalo/
LOCATION:Ralph Wilson Park Conservancy\, 5 Porter Ave\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, US
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SUMMARY:Buckwheat Zydeco\, Jr. w. Yellow Jack – The Big Easy in Buffalo NOLA Series
DESCRIPTION:Buckwheat Zydeco\, Jr. w. Yellow Jack – The Big Easy in Buffalo NOLA Series\nSportsmen’s Tavern\nThursday August 13\, 5pm doors\, 7pm show\n$15 advance; $20 day-of\nhttps://events.leapevents.com/event/buckwheat-zydeco-jr-26 \nBuckwheat Zydeco Jr.’s story is one of musical inheritance\, hard work\, and dedication to preserving the spirit of zydeco music. From a young boy learning the craft of music by ear\, to becoming a Grammy-winning artist\, he continues to make his mark on the world stage. With his band and his son by his side\, he is ensuring that zydeco music will continue to inspire and uplift audiences for generations to come. Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. was born into a musical family in Lafayette\, Louisiana\, a city deeply rooted in the sounds of zydeco and Creole culture. His father\, Stanley “Buckwheat” Dural\, Sr.\, was a legendary figure in zydeco music\, and Buckwheat\, Jr. was immersed in music from a young age.\nFollowing the death of his father in 2016\, Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. assumed the mantle of his father’s musical legacy\, continuing to lead the Ils Sont Partis Band. This band\, which was originally formed by Stanley Dural\, Sr.\, is a tribute to the vibrant tradition of zydeco and remains a vital force in spreading the genre’s infectious rhythms worldwide. Buckwheat\, Jr. now performs with his father’s iconic custom monogrammed accordion and shares the stage with his son\, Kyle Anthony Dural\, who plays the rubboard. This family connection is deeply meaningful to Buckwheat\, Jr.\, who reflects\, “Everywhere I go\, my son is on my right. It really is a blessing.” \nBuckwheat Zydeco Jr.’s career has been marked by significant milestones\, both alongside his father and as a solo artist. He shared the stage with some of the most renowned figures in music\, including Eric Clapton\, Paul Simon\, Willie Nelson\, Mavis Staples\, Albert Collins\, Buddy Guy\, Dwight Yoakam\, and Los Lobos\, to name a few. Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. and The Ils Sont Partis Band won the 2024 Best Regional Roots Music Album – New Beginnings award at the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards\, and also in 2024 got inducted at the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. \nYellow Jack plays rowdy roots\, fiddle tunes\, spirituals\, hillbilly rave-ups and bluegrass from Buffalo-Niagara. Songs about local history\, the Erie Canal\, the mighty Niagara\, the War of 1812\, labor songs\, traditional folk songs\, very lively bluegrass and much more is what you’ll hear\, many of them original songs written by Dennis Reed Jr. \nSince 2007 The Big Easy in Buffalo has brought New Orleans and Louisiana music and culture to the Western New York region several times a year for free and low-cost live performance\, as well as music education and mentoring for local musicians\, students\, and the community. Through The Big Easy in Buffalo thousands of students\, dozens of local bands\, and countless audience members in Western New York have been exposed to this unique American culture. The Big Easy in Buffalo is made possible in part by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Hochul and the NYS Legislature\, Erie County Legislator Michael Kooshoian\, Erie County\, The Cullen Foundation\, Goldfarb Financial\, Buffalo.fm\, National Fuel Gas Co.\, Dick & Jenny’s\, and Sportsmen’s Tavern.
URL:https://thebigeasyinbuffalo.com/event/buckwheat-zydeco-jr-the-big-easy-in-buffalo-nola-series/
LOCATION:Sportsmens Tavern\, 326 Amherst St\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14207\, US
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SUMMARY:Sunny Side Jazz Band - The Big Easy in Buffalo NOLA Series
DESCRIPTION:Sunny Side Jazz Band – The Big Easy in Buffalo NOLA Series\nSaturday\, August 22\nShow at 7pm\nDuende at Silo City – INDOORS UPSTAIRS BIN FLOOR STAGE\nFree (but please tip the band)\, All Ages \nNew Orleans Trad Jazz band Sunny Side returns to Buffalo for their annual trad jazz dance party! Weather-permitting\, we’ll be outside with plenty of room to dance\, so bring a chair as there’s limited seating (in case of rain\, we’ll move inside to the bin floor upstairs). \nSunny Side\, a jazz band based out of New Orleans\, is heavily influenced by the music of Louis Armstrong\, Duke Ellington\, Nat King Cole\, Fats Waller\, and many other early jazz legends. During the 2020/2021 quarantine\, Sunny Side provided a ‘Jazz in Coliseum Square Park’ series in the Lower Garden District of New Orleans hosting a variety of live music including themselves. Many locals expressed much gratitude for the music during the challenging time. Sunny Side is planning their sixth national tour for summer 2026. \nSince 2007 The Big Easy in Buffalo has brought New Orleans and Louisiana music and culture to the Western New York region several times a year for free and low cost live performance\, as well as music education and mentoring for local musicians\, students\, and the community. Through The Big Easy in Buffalo thousands of students\, dozens of local bands\, and countless audience members in Western New York have been exposed to this unique American culture. The Big Easy in Buffalo is made possible in part by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Hochul and the NYS Legislature\, Erie County Legislator Michael Kooshoian\, Erie County\, The Cullen Foundation\, Goldfarb Financial\, Buffalo.fm\, National Fuel Gas Co.\, Dick & Jenny’s\, and Duende.
URL:https://thebigeasyinbuffalo.com/event/sunny-side-jazz-band-the-big-easy-in-buffalo-nola-series/
LOCATION:Duende at Silo City\, 85 Silo City Row\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14203\, US
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SUMMARY:Organ Fairchild w/ The Brass Machine - FREE show at Ralph Wilson Park\, Buffalo NY
DESCRIPTION:Free live music is coming to the Buffalo Waterfront\, thanks to the Levitt VIBE Buffalo Music Series! \nBring a blanket\, grab a bite from the weekly food trucks\, and enjoy the show! \nOrgan Fairchild is thrilled to be bringing you the season finale of this new music series at the brand-new Ralph Wilson Park (formerly LaSalle Park) on Monday\, August 24 along with our friends The Brass Machine!! \nJoin us for an all-new Buffalo summer tradition – – music starts at 5:30pm each Monday\, and it’s completely FREE 🎶💃🏽 \nBig thanks to The Big Easy in Buffalo for asking us to inaugurate this series\, and to Levitt Family Foundation and Ralph Wilson Park Conservancy for making these events possible! \n#MusicMoves
URL:https://thebigeasyinbuffalo.com/event/organ-fairchild-wsg-the-brass-machine-free-show-at-ralph-wilson-park-buffalo-ny/
LOCATION:Ralph Wilson Park Conservancy\, 5 Porter Ave\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, US
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SUMMARY:Flow Tribe at Buffalo Iron Works | AUG 25
DESCRIPTION:Flow Tribe: New Orleans’ Freshest Funk comes to Buffalo Iron Works on Tuesday\, August 25th! \nFlow Tribe:\nFounded in 2004\, Flow Tribe was solidified in the wake of Hurricane Katrina’s destruction with the mission to bring the next generation of the New Orleans’ sound of unstoppable rhythm and passion to the world. The next 21 years would find Flow Tribe performing over 120 shows a year crossing the country multiple times from the biggest festival stages to the nicest venues. \nFlow Tribe is made of seasoned blue-collar musicians who grind out the good times. They carry on the tradition of following the highway to wherever the next crowd congregates. Always full of energy and ready to go with a sound that is sure to get your backbone cracking and feet moving. The soul of the Crescent City can be heard in their high-energy sound and performance while the passion and love of New Orleans is evident in their demeanor and performance. Flow Tribe will bring the soul\, funk\, and fire to a crowd through various genres of music ranging from soul\, funk\, blues\, rock\, and so much more. At the heart of each tune is their passion for the beautiful music of New Orleans and the melting pot of influences can be heard in their music and performance. \nBuffalo Iron Works\n49 Illinois St\, Buffalo\, NY 14203\nDoors: 7:00pm\nShow: 8:00pm\nAges: 18+ \nAll-In Pricing Notice\nIn accordance with New York State law\, all ticketed events must display the total price of admission upfront — including all fees\, charges\, and taxes. This means the price you see listed is the final price you’ll pay. No hidden fees\, no surprises at checkout — just full transparency from the start.
URL:https://thebigeasyinbuffalo.com/event/flow-tribe-at-buffalo-iron-works-aug-25/
LOCATION:49 Illinois St\, Buffalo\, NY
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SUMMARY:Borderland Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Borderland Festival is back! Don’t miss Jack White\, Alabama Shakes\, Lord Huron & so many more at Knox Farm State Park in historic East Aurora\, NY this September 18-20.  \nWeekend\, Single-Day & VIP Passes are now on sale at borderlandfestival.com \nHead to borderlandfestival.com to learn more about tickets\, lodging\, experiences\, camping and general FAQs. \nSee you on the Borderland!
URL:https://thebigeasyinbuffalo.com/event/borderland-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Knox Farm State Park
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SUMMARY:Tab Benoit w. Ghalia Volt "Soul of the Swamp Tour" - The Big Easy in Buffalo NOLA Series
DESCRIPTION:Tab Benoit w. Ghalia Volt “Soul of the Swamp Tour”\nThe Big Easy in Buffalo NOLA Series\nThursday October 15\nTown Ballroom\nDoors 7pm\, Show 8pm\nAges 12+\, Minors under 16 must be accompanied by a parent\nGovernment Issued ID Required\n$35 – $65 \nhttps://www.etix.com/ticket/p/95843368/tab-benoit-with-ghalia-volt-buffalo-town-ballroom-buffalony \n“Tab rarely plays the same show twice and eschews a standard setlist. He treats his shows like he treats his songs. He stretches things out and totally jams out making every night and half the time every song a bit different which adds to the entertainment and uniqueness of every night he plays.” – Splice Magazine \nTab Benoit is a Grammy nominated singer\, songwriter and guitarist who has built a remarkable 30+ year career on the foundation of his gritty and soulful Delta swamp blues\, acquiring a devoted legion of fans along the way\, as well as 5 Blues Music Awards\, including BB King Entertainer of the Year (twice) and an induction into The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. He has recorded and/or performed with Junior Wells\, George Porter Jr\, Dr. John\, Willie Nelson\, Big Chief Monk Boudreaux\, Billy Joe Shaver\, Maria Muldaur\, James Cotton\, Cyril Neville\, Kenny Aronoff\, Allen Toussaint\, Kim Wilson\, Jimmy Thackery\, Charlie Musslewhite\, Kenny Neal\, Chris Layton\, Ivan Neville\, Jimmy Hall\, Jim Lauderdale\, Anders Osborne\, and Alvin Youngblood Hart to name a few. Tab recently released his first album in 13 years\, “I Hear Thunder”. \nLocated in New Orleans\, Louisiana\, Ghalia Volt is a Belgian-born blues-rock singer\, guitarist\, drummer\, and songwrite whose dynamic\, gritty music blends roots\, hill country blues\, garage\, and rock ‘n roll influences. After cutting her teeth as a street performer in Eurpose and immersing herself in American roots music\, Volt has released five acclaimed albums – including Shout Sister Shout!\, which reached No. 2 on the Billboard Top Blues Albums chart. Her highly anticipated new record\, Burn the House Down\, is set for release on May 15\, 2026\, showcasing her raw energy and expansive musical vision as she continues to define her place in modern blues and roots rock. Whether performing solo or with a full band\, she delivers high-energy\, trance-driven sets that connect across generations and genres – blues & roots-based music that’s physical\, loud\, and built for the live stage.  \nSince 2007 The Big Easy in Buffalo has brought New Orleans and Louisiana music and culture to the Western New York region several times a year for free and low cost live performance\, as well as music education and mentoring for local musicians\, students\, and the community. Through The Big Easy in Buffalo thousands of students\, dozens of local bands\, and countless audience members in Western New York have been exposed to this unique American culture. The Big Easy in Buffalo is made possible in part by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Hochul and the NYS Legislature\, Erie County Legislator Michael Kooshoian\, Erie County\, The Cullen Foundation\, Goldfarb Financial\, Buffalo.fm\, National Fuel Gas Co.\, Dick & Jenny’s\, and Town Ballroom.
URL:https://thebigeasyinbuffalo.com/event/tab-benoit-w-ghalia-volt-soul-of-the-swamp-tour-the-big-easy-in-buffalo-nola-series/
LOCATION:Town Ballroom\, 681 Main St\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14203\, US
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