My favorite parade that’s not on Fat Tuesday is tonight and Joan Jett is playing the Muses Ball at the Contemporary Arts Center. If you don’t have tickets or don’t feel like partying with thousands of drunken, costumed women here are some other choices.
The semi-official Muses after party, which will feature several of the all women’s marching groups including the Bearded Oysters and the Pussyfooters, is at the 12 Bar. Fittingly, the Local Skank (pictured) and Daria and The Hip Drops—two bands fronted by women—are providing the music.
I just saw these two bands for the first time on separate occasions and I must say they make a fabulous double bill. Wear your neon wig!
The Stooges Brass Band will certainly get you in the Carnival mood. They are playing their regular Thursday night gig at the Hi-Ho Lounge, but trust me it will be anything but regular. They will be bringing the fire to St. Claude Avenue.
The biggest weeknight show on my radar this Carnival is the Iris May Tango reunion (pictured back in the day), which is going down at Tipitina’s. The iconic 1990s band is back on the scene. Even though it’s not the first time they have reunited recently, it’s still an event in my mind. See you out there!
