How to visit the ‘Zydeco Capital of the World’—and it’s not New Orleans

Two hours west of New Orleans, the town of Opelousas is one of the best places to experience this irresistibly toe-tapping music genre created by Louisiana’s Black Creole community.

Zydeco music is ‘a little bit of Cajun and a whole lotta soul.’ Here’s where to hear it.

Two hours west of New Orleans, the town of Opelousas is one of the best places to experience this irresistibly toe-tapping music genre created by Louisiana’s Black Creole community.

“I was auditioning during the making of the album”: Bassist George Murray’s six-year stint with David Bowie

As a member of Bowie’s band, George Murray cut the studio albums Station to Station, Low, Heroes, Lodger, and Scary Monsters ...

The remains of a Hollywood power spot hide inside an LA grocery store

At Bristol Farms, an upscale grocery store located right at the edge of West Hollywood before it tips over into Beverly Hills, shoppers grabbing ready-made lunches can take a beat to enjoy their food ...
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Paul Anka, 84, teases possible retirement after 70 years in music

Paul Anka, 84, teases possible retirement after 70 years in show business - The singer is known for his hits ‘Diana’ and ‘Put Your Head on my Shoulder’ ...

Paul Anka: Still doing it his way

The singer-songwriter who's remained on Billboard's Hot 100 Chart for seven straight decades has just released his latest ...