Newell Normand Hosts Live Jazz Fest Coverage

WWL radio personality broadcasts from the festival's Miller Lite tent

Apr. 15, 2026 at 11:03pm

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An abstract, high-contrast close-up photograph of a luxurious, textured fabric in warm, vibrant colors, capturing the energy and excitement of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.Newell Normand's live coverage from the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival promises to transport listeners to the heart of the city's vibrant musical celebration.New Orleans Today

Newell Normand, a popular local radio host, will be broadcasting live from the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival on Friday. Normand will be reporting from the Miller Lite tent, interviewing restaurateurs, food vendors, craft artists, and musicians throughout the day-long event.

Why it matters

The New Orleans Jazz Fest is one of the city's most iconic annual events, drawing music lovers from around the world to experience the vibrant local culture, cuisine, and talent. Normand's live coverage allows those unable to attend in person to still feel connected to the festival's energy and activities.

The details

Normand will be broadcasting live on WWL radio from 10am to 1pm on the first Friday of the Jazz Fest. He'll be visiting various tents and marketplaces, speaking with vendors who serve festival-favorite dishes like crawfish bread, as well as local artists and musicians performing at the event.

  • The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival runs from April 23 to May 2, 2026.
  • Newell Normand will be broadcasting live on Friday, April 24, 2026 from 10am to 1pm.

The players

Newell Normand

A popular radio personality in New Orleans who hosts a daily talk show on WWL.

New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival

An annual music festival in New Orleans that celebrates the city's diverse cultural heritage through live performances, food, arts, and more.

WWL

A radio station in New Orleans that will be broadcasting Newell Normand's live coverage of the Jazz Fest.

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The takeaway

Newell Normand's live Jazz Fest coverage on WWL radio allows music fans and festival-goers who can't attend in person to still experience the vibrant sights, sounds, and flavors of this iconic New Orleans event.