Patio Launch Party with JOHN "PAPA" GROS! at FitzGerald's

LIVE ON FITZGERALDS PATIO:John Papa Gros! seen HEREFREE SHOW! Click Book Now to reserve a table. We always leave room for walk-ins so if you cant find a reservation, dont sweat it, cmon over!New Orleans has its fair share of musical ambassadors, but few are more rooted in the cracked sidewalks and popping speakers of the Crescent City than John Papa Gros. Born and raised in the city, Gros melds funk, rock, jazz, and blues to deliver a sound that is both innovative and unmistakably New Orleans.Gros launched his career as a solo performer in the early 1990s, quickly gaining attention from marquee artists such as George Porter Jr...

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LIVE ON FITZGERALDS PATIO:John Papa Gros! seen HEREFREE SHOW! Click Book Now to reserve a table. We always leave room for walk-ins so if you cant find a reservation, dont sweat it, cmon over!New Orleans has its fair share of musical ambassadors, but few are more rooted in the cracked sidewalks and popping speakers of the Crescent City than John Papa Gros. Born and raised in the city, Gros melds funk, rock, jazz, and blues to deliver a sound that is both innovative and unmistakably New Orleans.Gros launched his career as a solo performer in the early 1990s, quickly gaining attention from marquee artists such as George Porter Jr. and Snooks Eaglin, both of whom brought him on board as a supporting musician. As he sat behind the keys, backing up some of the citys most iconic musicians, he soaked in a lifetime of experience and continued to develop his craft. He released his solo debut, Days End, in 2004.The next dozen years would be dedicated to leading and recording six albums with his band, Papa Grows Funk. He returned to solo work with 2016s Rivers On Fire and cemented his legacy as a part of the direct lineage of New Orleans music with 2020s Central City. The complete self-portrait of John Papa Gros has been revealed.In keeping with the energy and spirit the Big Easy is known for, Gros is a consummate live performer. His infectious band shows have been the highlight of festivals and venues across the U.S. and Europe, showcasing versatile musicianship, relentless grooves, and eclectic songcraft of the highest order.Drawing on the full breadth and depth of his extensive catalog, Gros live performance marries style with substance, bringing that unique, cant-put-your-finger-on-it magic of New Orleans and infusing the audience with a joyous energy few artists can match.Grab dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE***PARKING***There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. ***AGE RESTRICTIONS***ALL AGES

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