Harry Connick, Jr. News

Iconic Marsalis Family To Release A Live Album, "Music Redeems"

(JUNE 14, 2010)-  Marsalis Music and Redeye distribution are proud to announce the release of a rare new album by New Orleans’ own Marsalis family August 24, 2010 entitled “Music Redeems.” Read more »

Submitted by Ben on August 10th, 2010 — 11:42am

Branford blowing from home: a heartfelt and practical reaction to the devastation of New Orleans

Date: 02.25.2010
Publication: The Courier Mail
Author: Suzanna Clarke

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Submitted by Ben on February 25th, 2010 — 01:00am

Habitat for Humanity Dedicates 100th Home in 9th Ward's Musicians' Village

Alexis Stodghill, Black Voices

Another positive event that took place on the Katrina anniversary was the dedication of the 100th house completed in the Musicians’ Village. The brain child of jazz artists Harry Connick, Jr. and Branford Marsalis, this settlement mixes homes for purchase with some rental units to serve the special economic needs of those who express the soul of New Orleans through sound. These music stars have partnered with Habitat for Humanity to create this oasis to help fellow artists return to their beloved home and thrive. Read more »

Submitted by canary on August 30th, 2009 — 12:00am

Harry Connick, Jr. Chanson du Vieux Carré

As a Sinatra-molded swinger, Harry Connick, Jr. may have had some of his thunder stolen by young star Michael Buble. But with his raved-about performance on Broadway in Pajama Game and his continuing development as a jazz pianist, he’s doing quite nicely, thank you. Chanson du Vieux Carre is one of two new simultaneously released big band tributes to his hometown of New Orleans by him. Read more »

Submitted by canary on November 9th, 2008 — 01:00am

Harry For the Holidays…Find out what's new for Harry this holiday season on disc, on stage…and on the road!

Among contemporary musicians, few have been able to bring as fresh and sincere approach to the holidays as Harry Connick, Jr. He not only interprets seasonal standards in the spirit that is at the core of all of his singing and playing, but he also has written several compositions that are gaining annual traction. With two best-selling holiday discs already to his credit, Connick is releasing What a Night! – A Christmas Album tomorrow (November 4) on Columbia, where he makes his vocal home. Read more »

Submitted by canary on November 3rd, 2008 — 01:00am