DJ Lil' Koko presents: The Story Of New Orleans, Louisiana

DJ Lil' Koko explores the rich music history of New Orleans and Louisiana in this one-off special. She talks with members of the Take Me To The River Allstars, Cyril Neville (The Meters), Bo Dollis Jr (The Wild Magnolias) and Robert Mercurio (Galactic) ahead of their headline EFG London Jazz Festival at London's Barbican on Saturday 23rd November 2024, as well as Take Me To The River: New Orleans film maker Martin Shore.

Expect a clash of brass band sounds, low-down funk and an exploration of the unique subculture of Mardi Gras Indian folklore. Find out how music runs along bloodlines, why Louisiana is a hotbed of musical innovation spanning blues, funk and Jazz as well as the music scene today and thriving live music venues across the state.