Hot 8 Brass Band live in New Orleans

Experience Hot 8 Brass Band live on July 19th

Hot 8 Brass Band is scheduled to perform at Howlin’ Wolf in New Orleans, Louisiana on July 19, 2026. The band is a prominent force in the New Orleans brass band tradition, blending traditional jazz instrumentation – trumpets, trombones, sousaphone, and drums – with hip-hop, funk, and contemporary R&B influences. Formed in the early 1990s following the tragic loss of founding members in separate incidents of violence, Hot 8 Brass Band initially served as a positive outlet for youth in the Magnolia Projects housing development. Their music often reflects both celebratory energy and themes of resilience and social commentary rooted in their New Orleans experience.

Howlin’ Wolf is a well-known music venue located on Frenchmen Street in New Orleans. Established in 1987, it has become a significant fixture within the city’s vibrant live music scene. The venue is particularly noted for showcasing local musicians across genres including jazz, blues, funk and rock. It operates within a historic building previously used for various commercial purposes and maintains an intimate club atmosphere conducive to close audience interaction with performers.