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• New Orleans rapper Mystikal arrested for rape, remains jailed without bond Play Video

  August 1, 2022 5:59 AM

  PRAIRIEVILLE - Mystikal, a rapper from New Orleans who has been accused of sexual assault twice in the past two decades, was booked on new charges after a woman reported being raped at his capital area home over the weekend. Arrest records say Michael Tyler, 52, better known by... more »

• Zac Brown Band's 'Comeback Tour' temporarily paused due to singer's COVID diagnosis

  September 29, 2021 12:24 PM

  The Zac Brown Band has canceled its next three concert dates due to the band's lead singer, Zac Brown, testing positive for COVID. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zac Brown Band... more »

• Britney Spears engaged to boyfriend, Sam Asghari

  September 13, 2021 8:10 AM

  Days after Britney Spears' father petitioned to end her conservatorship , the 39-year-old pop star announced that she and her boyfriend, Sam Asghari, are engaged. Spears took to Instagram Sunday to share images of her engagement ring, which was designed by New York-based designer Roman Malayev, CNN reports .... more »

• ABBA reunites to release first studio album in 40 years, series of virtual concerts

  September 3, 2021 6:32 AM

  One of the world's most well-known Swedish pop groups will be releasing its first studio album in 40 years. ABBA says the new album is called "Voyage" and it will be scheduled for release on November 5. We are on our way back! Thank you for waiting.... more »

• In wake of Jazz Fest cancelation, tourism officials expect more events to be scrapped Play Video

  August 9, 2021 11:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Just one day after October's New Orleans Jazz Fest was postponed due to a surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, tourism officials in the capital city expect more events to follow suit. "I fully expect that sometime this week, there'll be some additional alterations, probably postponements... more »

• Zydeco musician shot during concert at Louisiana Mud Fest

  July 31, 2021 5:30 PM

  COLFAX - A zydeco musician and a teenager were both shot at Louisiana Mud Fest on Friday night. The Grant Parish Sheriff's Office said multiple people were shooting into the crowd. Deputies arrested two people with guns that jumped onto the running boards of a vehicle trying to leave.... more »

• Vax That Thang Up: Louisiana rapper Juvenile remixes hit song to promote COVID vaccine

  July 7, 2021 2:45 PM

  New Orleans-based rapper Juvenile has remixed his smash hit "Back That Thang Up" into an anthem promoting the COVID vaccine. The musician released "Vax That Thang Up", featuring fellow artists Mannie Fresh and Mia X, as part of a campaign with the dating app BLK. A music video... more »

• Kids' Orchestra to entertain Baton Rouge audiences in Bluezzy Brunch fundraising event

  June 29, 2021 9:28 AM

  BATON ROUGE - East Baton Rouge Parish's young musicians are eager to entertain local audiences with the songs they've been working to perfect for the upcoming inaugural Bluezzy Brunch on Sunday, September 19, during the weekend of the Baton Rouge Blues Festival. The Kids’ Orchestra is comprised of elementary... more »

• Local rapper arrested, accused of shooting stepdad at St. Gabriel apartment

  June 27, 2021 9:13 PM

  ST. GABRIEL - A suspected gunman turned himself in after he allegedly shot his stepfather in Iberville Parish. Police found the victim outside of his building at the Windsor Apartment complex Saturday night. He was airlifted to a hospital with a gunshot wound to his left arm and abdomen.... more »

• As mask and distancing restrictions continue to loosen, large events starting to return to capital area Play Video

  May 13, 2021 10:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Festivals, whether they focus on food or live music, are the heart and soul of Louisiana. They are now beginning to make their return after a year-long absence. "I think the attitude is 1000 percent, let's go, let's go, let's go," Henry Turner of the Baton... more »

• New Orleans musician Aaron Neville announces retirement from touring

  May 6, 2021 4:14 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Famous New Orleans musician Aaron Neville announced he is retiring from touring but says he may occasionally do live performances in the future. In a Facebook post shared with fans Thursday afternoon, the 80-year-old singer said he made his decision based on the "Grueling nature of... more »

• Live music returns to indoor venues in the capitol area Play Video

  April 30, 2021 8:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE - After being without since the pandemic shutdown, live music is coming back to Downtown Baton Rouge. " It is a step toward normalcy," Casey Tate said. Tate is the Special Events and Marketing Coordinator for the Downtown Development District. "Live music has not been... more »

• Elaborate light display inspires generosity during the holiday season Play Video

  December 9, 2020 6:43 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - Buddy the Elf said, "the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear." But in Brannon Daisey's case, the best way to spread Christmas cheer is synchronizing hundreds of lights to music. Daisey's master plan started brewing in January and he... more »

• Gospel music icon, Bishop Rance Allen dies at age 71

  October 31, 2020 6:53 PM

  Gospel music star Bishop Rance Allen passed away Saturday morning, CNN reports. The singer and minister died while recovering from a medical procedure at an Ohio hospital, according to a joint statement issued by Allen's wife, Ellen Allen, and his manager, Toby Jackson. The world-renowned gospel singer and... more »

• Even with COVID-19 precautions, LSU Tiger Band not missing a beat Play Video

  September 10, 2020 10:33 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The sounds emanating from LSU's Tiger Band practices are familiar, but what those practices look like is anything but. "Six feet apart, we have to wear our mask," junior Lauren Domingue said. "It's a lot different in the sense of connecting with people, too." The... more »

• BR rapper Percy Keith and girlfriend arrested on multiple drug charges

  June 11, 2020 4:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Police arrested a local rapper and his girlfriend during a search warrant arrest Wednesday night. Around 10:15 p.m. Baton Rouge Police Detectives arrested Percy Stewart, 35, and Kaylee Wilson, 22 in the 1700 block of South Brightside View Drive. When police officers made the arrest... more »

• Baton Rouge Blues Festival postponed due to coronavirus

  March 14, 2020 5:08 PM

  BATON ROUGE - With the COVID-19 causing all festivals, sporting events, and schools to close down the Baton Rouge Blues festival has announced that they will postpone the event. According to the Baton Rouge Blues Foundation Executive Director, Kimberly R. Neustrom, the festival previously scheduled for April 18 &... more »

• Black History Month: Negro Spirituals, the music of our forefathers Play Video

  February 17, 2020 7:53 AM

  As people from Africa were kidnapped and brought to the United States where they were forced to work as slaves, these communities of African-Americans developed a variety of ways to thrive despite the harsh nature of their lives. One of their most recognized resources was music. The most... more »

• Krewe of Oshun parade made its debut in North Baton Rouge Play Video

  February 8, 2020 11:35 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Scotlandville is celebrating a Mardi Gras of their own this year. Saturday afternoon people enjoyed Scotlandville's first Mardi Gras Parade. "Scotlandville is coming back alive." With more than 60 entries the parade turned out to be a success. Southern University's marching band known as "The... more »

• Louisiana teacher wins the 2020 Music Educator Award

  January 26, 2020 1:17 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A middle school teacher in Louisiana received the 2020 Music Educator Award presented by the Recording Academy and GRAMMY Museum. Mickey Smith Jr. teaches at Maplewood Middle School in Sulphur, Louisiana. Smith was nominated for this award five times and was a finalist twice before... more »

• LSU Tiger Marching Band received recognition for historic year Play Video

  January 19, 2020 12:53 AM

  BATON ROUGE - The LSU Tigers football team isn't the only one getting recognized for this historic season. The LSU Tiger Marching Band received a round of applause for their outstanding work throughout the 2019 college football season during the LSU celebration ceremony that was held at PMAC on... more »

• Sunday Journal: S.J. Montalbano Play Video

  December 10, 2019 1:20 PM

  This week on Sunday Journal, John Pastorek interviews a guest who proves you’re never too old to rock and roll. Viewers will meet legendary rock and roll producer/promoter, S.J. Montalbano, who helped make rock and roll stars in addition to producing 1950’s-60’s hits from his Baton Rouge-home base. ... more »

• Brother, bandmate of well-known La. musician arrested on drug charges in Baton Rouge

  November 28, 2019 12:39 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Frederick Neal, the brother of popular blues artist Kenny Neal, was arrested after police found more than three pounds of marijuana inside his Baton Rouge home. According to a Baton Rouge Police affidavit, Neal was arrested at his home on Byron Avenue late Wednesday night after... more »

• Police searching for suspect in Thursday armed robbery

  July 21, 2017 9:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Officers are looking for a suspect in a home invasion on North Donmoor Avenue Thursday. According to an arrest record filed by the Baton Rouge Police Department, Shykeem Tyshawn McNeal is wanted on charges of aggravated battery, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and... more »

• Rapper known as 'Webbie' arrested, hospitalized in Baton Rouge

  July 5, 2017 1:52 PM

  BATON ROUGE – The 31-year-old old rapper known as “Webbie” was hospitalized and in the custody of Baton Rouge Police, WBRZ has learned. Police confirmed the entertainer was placed under arrest and was in an area hospital being treated for an unknown medial condition. A spokesperson for the... more »

• Schedule for Bayou Country Superfest 2017 in Superdome announced

  April 13, 2017 4:46 PM

  NEW ORLEANS – Organizers of the Bayou Country Superfest 2017 announced the music schedule for the event on Thursday. The event is being held for the first time in New Orleans at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The Superfest will be held May 26, 27 and 28 and will feature performances... more »

• Baton Rouge Blues Festival offers a little bit of everything to everyone Play Video

  April 8, 2017 11:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Blues Festival kicked off the first day of the annual event on Saturday. The festival is celebrating its 35th year, and Frank Vine has been to every one of them. "I've been coming to it since the 80's when it used to... more »

• Young worshipers flock to Denham Springs church for first time since flood Play Video

  February 15, 2017 11:54 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - Songs of praise and worship rang out for the first time since the flood at the youth center of the Abundant Life Church Wednesday. A stage, music, and hundreds of kids flocked to the 180 Youth Center at the church. It was a much different scene six... more »

• Bayou Country Superfest 2017 announces New Orleans lineup

  December 1, 2016 12:11 PM

  NEW ORLEANS –Event organizers announced the lineup for the 2017 Bayou Country Superfest which will be held in New Orleans on May 26. Saturday, May 27 Sunday, May 28 Miranda Lambert Blake Shelton ... more »

• La. music legend Pete Fountain has died

  August 6, 2016 9:14 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - Louisiana music legend Pete Fountain has died, WWL TV reported early Saturday. Fountain, a clarinetist, is known for his Half-Fast Walking Club, a musical troop that marches in Mardi Gras parades. Even in his 80's, Fountain joined his group this past Mardi Gras. Fountain, who... more »

• Bayou Country Superfest: Where will it go? Play Video

  August 4, 2016 8:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE – Since the announcement of Bayou Country Superfest not being held at Tiger Stadium for the next two years, many are questioning where it will go? Tiger Stadium will undergo off-season renovations to concession stands, bathrooms and other areas of the stadium, according to LSU Athletics. Joe... more »

• Meet 'Unite for Our Heroes' performer Caleb Paul

  July 28, 2016 10:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Musician Caleb Paul performed during WBRZ's 'Unite for Our Heroes' telethon Thursday night. Paul, a former Baton Rouge Police officer, is a combat veteran. Paul was deployed during 2012-2013 to Afghanistan with the U.S. Army. While in Afghanistan, Paul wrote songs and, when he returned home... more »

• LSU student gets his stolen instruments back Play Video

  June 4, 2016 9:29 PM

  BATON ROUGE – Four stolen musical instruments are back in the hands of their owner tonight, thanks to Baton Rouge Police detectives. Last month, we told you the story of an LSU student musician who had multiple musical instruments stolen. Friday, he got them back. Police found Thomas... more »

• Attorney likens LSU band director's administrative leave to a witch-hunt Play Video

  April 6, 2016 4:22 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The attorney representing one of LSU's band directors, Roy King, said King was put on administrative leave because of a witch-hunt jealous colleagues are conducting. "It's a travesty," Jill Craft said about King's leave. King directs the Tiger Marching Band where he serves as the primary... more »

• BR Blues Festival releases 2016 lineup

  January 28, 2016 3:58 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Blues players from across the globe will jam in early April for the 22nd Baton Rouge Blues Festival. Organizers with the Baton Rouge Blues Foundation said the free festival will include internationally-recognized performers as well as local blues legends. Ten of the performers have previously... more »

• JazzFest lineup for 2016 includes Pearl Jam, Snoop Dogg

  January 19, 2016 12:29 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Stevie Wonder, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pearl Jam and Snoop Dogg are among the performers joining the crowd in New Orleans for the 2016 JazzFest. Organizers released the full lineup for the New Orleans Jazz And Heritage Festival, which runs on consecutive weekends starting Apr.... more »

• 2016 Bayou Country Superfest tickets go on sale Tuesday

  November 17, 2015 8:36 AM

  BATON ROUGE- Music fans are getting ready for one of the biggest concerts of the year. Bayou Country Superfest tickets go on sale Tuesday at 10 a.m. Tickets are available through various outlets including the Bayou Country Superfest website , ticketmaster.com , all Ticketmaster outlets and by phone at (800)-745-3000.... more »

• Final day of Voodoo Fest canceled due to rain

  November 1, 2015 1:18 PM

  NEW ORLEANS -- The final day of the Voodoo Music + Arts Experienced has been canceled because of "dangerous weather conditions," the festival announced Sunday morning. "Fan safety is the top priority for the producers of the festival and current conditions at City Park do not meet our standards... more »

• Cool Schools: Westside Junior High Band Play Video

  October 27, 2015 10:39 AM

  BATON ROUGE- The Westside Junior High Band is quickly becoming one of the best school bands in the area. The band's director, David Will, has been teaching music at the school for four years. His lessons teach the students to love the music they play. "The biggest thing is trying... more »

• This DJ saved the stormy night at Tiger Stadium Play Video

  September 8, 2015 11:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE - There may be, perhaps, a silver lining in Saturday's canceled football game. People who tried to wait for the weather to pass have gone to social media to thank the DJ at Tiger Stadium for keeping people entertained as a 30-minute rain delay turned into a... more »

• Breakfast with 2une In: St. Francisville's Polos and Pearls Play Video

  August 21, 2015 11:40 AM

  BATON ROUGE- The town that's two miles long and two yards wide, better known as St. Francisville, is the oldest town in the Florida Parishes. This morning News 2's Kylie Dixon was at the historical museum in St. Francisville to learn more about the town's Polos and Pearls... more »