Preservation – A Benefit Album

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A benefit album to save Preservation Hall in New Orleans! From Brandi Carlile’s take on the gospel classic “Old Rugged Cross” to Tom Waits’ arrangement of the earliest known recorded Mardi Gras Song, “Tootie Ma Is a Big Fine Thing,” each artist was able to perform their interpretation of these classics within the warm confines of Preservation Hall’s famous performance space. Even New Orleans’ own legendary Louis Armstrong, who once said “Preservation Hall, now that’s where you’ll hear all the greats,” is transported through the decades and can be heard trading licks and vocals on an updated version of his classic “Rockin’ Chair.” The complete roster of artists includes: Louis Armstrong, Andrew Bird, Terence Blanchard, Pete Seeger, Dr. John, Blind Boys of Alabama, Brandi Carlile, Cory Chisel, Ani DiFranco, Steve Earle, Merle Haggard, Richie Havens, Jason Isbell, Jim James, Angelique Kidjo, Amy LaVere, Anita Briem, Del McCoury, Buddy Miller, Paolo Nutini, and Tom Waits.