The Rumble Plays P-Funk Plus Special Guests Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, Jennifer Hartswick, Greg Thomas (Parliament Funkadelic), Anjelika "Jelly" Joseph (Galactic) and Sput (Ghost-Note)

13th Annual Nolafunk Series During Jazz FestThe Rumble Plays P-FunkPlus Special Guests Christone Kingfish Ingram, Jennifer Hartswick, Greg Thomas (Parliament Funkadelic), Anjelika Jelly Joseph (Galactic) and Sput (Ghost-Note)9pm Doors10pm ShowOn Mardi Gras morning, your eyes may feast on the intricate and elaborate beadwork of the Black Masking Indians as they dance down the street, but the first thing youll hear when they make their way toward you is the back line, known as the rumble. Fronted by Big Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. of the Young Eagles Black Masking Indian tribe, the band seamlessly blends past, present, and future elements of New Orleans culture into their sound. The Rumble features an exceptional lineup of musicians: Aurlien Barnes on trumpet/percussion, Jos Maize Jr. on trombone, TJ Norris on bass, Ari Teitel on guitar, Andriu Yanovski on keys, and Trenton ONeal on drums. Each member brings unique influences ranging from funk to hiphop to brass band, gospel, jazz, and classical. This results in a powerful synergy that captivates audiences with electrifying performances and call-and-response chanting rooted in Mardi Gras Indian traditions. Their music is a vibrant, authentic, and original expansion of iconic styles pioneered by groups like The Meters, Wild Magnolias, and Neville Brothers.The Rumble has received two GRAMMY nominations for Best Regional Roots Album for both their debut album, Live at the Maple Leaf, and their first studio album Stories From The Battlefield in 2024 and 2025. Their live show is a symphony of rich color and propulsive sound, with each member sharing vocal duties, producing tight harmonies and virtuosic arrangements. They showcase their commitment to honoring cultural legacies while creating new material that pushes the boundaries of New Orleans music. The Rumble is more than a bandits an immersive celebration of New Orleans culture that bridges generations and invites audiences into the heart of its vibrant traditions.