Rebel Tunes
The Posts rock Lafayette with their raw energy
Some of the music industry’s hidden gems can be discovered in a Lafayette dive bar. The Posts is one of those bands. This rock band with a nostalgic sound and female lead singer embody what made ‘90s rock music so special: grit, unruliness and a playful rebellious spirit. The Lafayette band can be seen performing at local venues and bars like The Loose Caboose, Blue Moon Saloon and Freetown Boom Boom Room. Listen to The Posts on iTunes, Spotify and YouTube.
Shreveport | Seratones
Who would have thought a funk-soul-rock band from Shreveport would take the music world by storm? This three-person group blends gospel, rock, soul, electronic and funk influences into vibrant bodies of work. Their latest album “Love & Algorhythms,” released in 2022, was nominated for the Best Soul/Funk Album at the 2023 American Association of Independent Music’s A2IM Libera Awards. Their unique sound has landed them on the stages of festivals and concerts like the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Highball festival in Atlanta, SXSW in Austin and Musicians Corner in Nashville. seratones.com
Eunice | Ann Savoy
Get a taste of authentic Cajun music with musician and producer Ann Savoy. As the member of multiple Cajun bands including Savoy Family Cajun Band, Magnolia Sisters and Ann Savoy & Her Sleepless Knights, the singer’s soothing voice can be heard all over Louisiana. The Savoy Family Cajun Band performed at Jazz Fest this year. The Cajun singer also plans to release her new album “Another Heart” on May 4. annsavoy.com
New Orleans | ET DEAUX
This Valentine’s Day, New Orleans music artist, DJ and producer ET DEAUX released his love letter to beatmaking with his latest EP “Copenhagen.” The 13-track record features imaginative instrumentals that take the listener on a journey from slower, jazzy and ethereal sounds to upbeat, dance-friendly bangers. This album is the first of its kind for the artist. His previous album “Adults Swimming” showcases his lyrical expertise through old-school hip-hop raps and a range of beat styles. Listen to ET DEAUX on Bandcamp, iTunes, SoundCloud and Spotify.
New Orleans | Mikayla Braun
New Orleans singer and songwriter, Mikayla Braun, has the kind of timeless and soulful voice that puts listeners in a trance. She serenades listeners all over New Orleans at places like Picnic Provisions & Whiskey, Marigny Opera House, Siberia, Maple Leaf Bar and Commons Club at Virgin Hotels. The piano and ukulele player released her latest jazzy EP “Drift” in 2023. It is the ideal soundtrack for a cozy coffee shop, a rainy day or a slow Sunday. mikaylabraunmusic.com
