The Hot 8 Brass Band

"A bevy of brass instruments collided with parade percussion to create magic."

"The spirit of the almost mythical French Quarter flows through their fingers."

They sold out their last Aussie run so you might want to get onto this quickly...

"It's reassuring that a new generation of musicians is keeping the traditions of this city alive."

"The band's boundless energy never faltered."

"They're just like, 'Wow, they have entertainment, they have music, at the funeral?'"

The Life And Times Of… is a post-Katrina album; tunes reference Mardi Gras, traditions, and the band’s love of the city, none better than Steamin’ Blues, from fallen member Williams.