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SUGAR BOWL FAN JAM
- Louisiana Superdome (Gate C Bridge)
- Jan. 1
- 4:30 p.m.
BCS FAN JAM
- Louisiana Superdome (Gate C Bridge)
- Jan. 7
- 4:00 p.m.
Get to the dome early for a first-rate tailgate party to be held on the plaza level, gate C area, outside the Louisiana Superdome. The party begins 3 hours before kickoff and lasts until the game begins. Fan Jam features food, interactive games and entertainment, including special appearances by both schools’ bands and cheerleading squads. Free for fans of all ages.
Presiding over his Funky Nation is Big Sam, a big man with an impeccable urban fashion sense, who blows the funk out of his trombone and refuses to let the audience sit still. Between solos and trombone riffs, Big Sam second-lines (a uniquely New Orleans style of street-dance) and gets the crowd going both in movement and in replies to his call-and-response MC-style. A talented group of jazz-trained musicians makes up the Funky Nation, bringing with them the improv-style associated with jazz and the horn-heavy front section that's the hallmark of big band funk.
THE BUCKTOWN ALL-STARS is a nine-piece Rhythm & Blues band based in Metairie, Louisiana. Featuring a powerful four-piece horn section, the group specializes in the melodic orchestration of 1960's Atlantic Soul made popular by such artists as Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, and Sam & Dave; the brassy punch of 1970's classic acts like Chicago and Stevie Wonder; and the slick grooves of 1970's funk characterized by Earth Wind & Fire and the Average White Band. The All-Stars also acknowledge their hometown roots and the influence of New Orleans R&B artists such as The Meters, The Neville Brothers, and Dr. John. Add to this mix the group's youthful energy and enthusiasm, and the result is an exciting live performance which attracts music lovers of all types and ages. To this end, more than one observer has noted that the All-Stars are fun because they have fun!
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