New Orleans Musicians
This self-proclaimed "Best Rapper Alive" and diehard Green Bay Packers fan grew up in the Hollygrove neighborhood and founded Young Money Entertainment.
Who is Lil Wayne?
This iconic Louisiana sandwich is packed with fried seafood or roast beef "dressed" with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and mayo.
What is a Po Boy?
This explosive Saints running back tied an NFL record on Christmas Day in 2020 by rushing for an incredible 6 touchdowns in a single game. It was against Mr. Brown's Minnesota Vikings.
Who is Alvin Kamara?
This 1994 gothic horror classic based on an Anne Rice novel stars Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt as vampires navigating 18th-century New Orleans. There's a TV show of the same name that Mr. Brown had a cameo in.
What is Interview with the Vampire?
This is the biggest and longest running festival in New Orleans, but it actually spans several states. Throw me something, Mister!
What is Mardi Gras?
This legendary trumpet player and singer nicknamed "Satchmo" or "Pops" helped popularize New Orleans-style jazz.
Who is Louis Armstrong?
Café du Monde in the French Quarter is world-famous for serving a dusting of powdered sugar over these deep-fried square pastries, paired with chicory coffee.
What are beignets?
This explosive power forward for the New Orleans Pelicans has never played a full season in the NBA. The most games he played so far was 70 in 2023-'24.
Who is Zion Williamson?
Set in the heart of the bayou, this 2009 animated Disney musical follows Tiana as she dreams of opening her own French Quarter restaurant.
What is The Princess and The Frog?
Brass band-led street parades thrown by social aid and pleasure clubs on Sunday afternoons in New Orleans neighborhoods are known by this vibrant name. The reason why is because the band is considered The First Line.
What is a Second Line?
This rap mogul and businessman founded No Limit Records in the 1990s, building a legendary Southern hip-hop empire. He's also Mr. Brown's cousin.
Who is Master P?
Traditionally eaten on Mondays in New Orleans households, this comfort food dish simmers slowly all day and is often served with a side of smoked sausage or a pork chop. Mr. Brown doesn't like it because when people eat it, about forty-five minutes later, they start passing gas.
What are red beans and rice?
While this legendary Saints quarterback will forever be known for his time in Black and Gold, he finished his career with the Minnesota Vikings. He is the father of two legendary quarterbacks, and grandfather of a star college quarterback who shares a portion of his name.
Who is Archie Manning?
The southeastern city of Saint Denis was clearly based on New Orleans in this open world Western video game produced by Rock Star Studios, which follows Arthur Morgan for most of the story then switches to John Marston, the hero in the original game.
What is Red Dead Redemption 2?
Held annually at the Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, this massive springtime celebration honors the city's indigenous music, crafts, and culinary traditions. But good luck trying to find some shade and some people who don't stink.
What is Jazz Fest?
This iconic New Orleans music venue on Frenchmen Street is famous for live jazz, funk, and blues, and was a favorite haunt of Fats Domino.
What is Tipitina's?
Served exclusively at Tropical Isle bars on Bourbon Street, this neon-green melon cocktail is famously sold in a tall, plastic, bomb-shaped cup.
What is a Hand Grenade?
This beloved former Saints safety and local hero blocked a dramatic punt in the Saints' 2006 homecoming game at the Superdome, an unforgettable symbol of post-Katrina resilience.
Who is Steve Gleason?
Regina Hall, Queen Latifah, Jada Pinkett Smith, and Tiffany Haddish unleash wild comedy in this 2017 film centered around a wild weekend at the Essence Festival in New Orleans.
What is Girls' Trip?
This elaborate and extraordinary Christmas light show is held at City Park and will run from Nov 28-January 3 this year.
What is Celebration in the Oaks?
Born in New Orleans in 1975, this producer and disc jockey became famous for yelling his own name and assembling massive hit collabs like "All I Do Is Win."
Who is DJ Khaled?
Created at Central Grocery on Decatur Street, this massive Sicilian-influenced layered sandwich is stacked with provolone, mortadella, salami, ham, and a distinct olive salumi salad.
What is a muffuletta?
This LSU and NBA Legend with the New Orleans Jazz and Atlanta Hawks is the NCAA All Time Lead Scorer in Men's Basketball. When he was 26, he also eerily said he didn't want to play ten years in the NBA, then die of a heart attack at 40. He played ten seasons in the NBA and he did in fact die of a heart attack at the age of 40.
Who is "Pistol" Pete Maravich?
This cocky, smooth talking New Orleans born member of the X-Men and former member of the Thieves Guild has the ability to charge any object with kinetic energy.
Who is Gambit?
Originating in the 19th century to honor African American heritage, the historic tribes who mask in elaborate hand-sewn bead and feather suits on Super Sunday are known by this collective name. Mr. Brown once broke up a fight between a group of them and a group of Zulu Tramps.
Who are Mardi Gras Indians?