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Folk Alliance International conference returned to New Orleans in 2026, as part of a multi-year commitment to Louisiana

    Updated: May 4

    Folk Alliance International's 2026 conference was a resounding success in New Orleans, drawing 2,628 attendees from 39 countries to experience over 2,500 performances. The conference featured a keynote conversation with New Orleans' own Big Freedia and Tarriona "Tank" Ball, as well as numerous showcases and panelists by Louisiana artists and industry professionals, respectvely.


    "Our partnership with the Louisiana Office of Cultural Development proved invaluable, providing an unparalleled platform to showcase the rich music and talent of Louisiana. The energy and spirit of New Orleans made such a lasting impression that we are thrilled to return the conference to the city in both 2030 and 2032," said Jennifer Roe, Executive Director of Folk Alliance International.


    View Folk Alliance International's 2026 conference report: HERE



     
     
     

    The Gold Record Road: Celebrating the 2026 Grammy Nominees from Louisiana and Mississippi at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles on January 31, 2026

      The Louisiana Office of Tourism, the Louisiana Office of Cultural Development, the Louisiana Seafood Marketing and Promotion Board, New Orleans & Company, and Visit Mississippi banded together to host The Gold Record Road: Celebrating the 2026 Grammy Nominees from Louisiana and Mississippi at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles. The cultural tribute staged on January 31 honored the southern highways, communities, and creative voices that helped shape the foundation of American music. The annual event featured performances by the New Breed Brass Band with Trombone Shorty, Kyle Roussel and Jamal Roberts.




       
       
       

      Louisiana had a strong presence among the 2026 GRAMMY Award winners and nominees

        Updated: May 5

        Recordings by Louisiana artists earn numerous nominations and wins at the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards, even sweeping all the nominations in Best Regional Roots Album category!


        Louisiana artists represented every corner of thre state and across genres as diverse as Blues, Brass Bands, Country, Funk, Gospel, Jazz, Opera, Rap, R&B, and Zydeco. Nominees include:


        • Jon Batiste - WINNER

        • Brian Blade - WINNER

        • Weedie Braimah

        • New Breed Brass Band w/Trombone Shorty

        • Dee Dee Bridgewater

        • Samantha Fish

        • Sullivan Fortner - WINNER

        • Greer Grimsley

        • Buddy Guy - WINNER

        • Donald Harrison

        • Corey Henry & The Treme Funktet

        • Johnaye Kendrick - WINNER

        • Carter Lang

        • Ledisi

        • Lil Wayne

        • Branford Marsalis

        • PJ Morton - WINNER

        • Preservation Brass & Preservation Hall Jazz Band

        • Addison Rae

        • Kyle Roussel

        • Bobby Rush

        • Kenny Wayne Shepherd

        • Lainey Wilson

        • Tribute to Clifton Chenier - WINNER


        Louisiana artists featured on the GRAMMY Awards: Trombone Shorty was performed on the opening segment of the Premiere Ceremony and Jon Batiste joined the In Memoriam segment of the GRAMMY telecast.










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