ReNew Orleans was created by Ropeadope, a Brooklyn based record label and apparel company that is releasing two records this fall as a joint venture with preservation hall recordings surrounding the music of new of sister gertrude morgan--one of New Orleans sacred treasures.
Preservation Hall, located in the French Quarter, was created as a sanctuary in 1961 to protect and honor New Orleans Jazz music and culture. Allan and Sandra Jaffe, the Hall's founders, wanted a place where New Orleans musicians could play New Orleans Jazz, a style, they believed, should not disappear. Today, over 40 years later, the hall is still going strong, with the Jaffe's youngest son Benjamin now leading both the hall and the band which still tours the world.
The New Orleans Musicians Hurricane Relief Fund is a certified non-for profit company created to directly assist the hundreds of thousands of new orleans musicians that are now without home, family and even their instruments. It was created as an instant response to hurricane katrina and is now the only non-profit that actually pays monies directly to musicians that need it the most. All musicians not already in the Preservation Hall data base are encouraged to call the hotline, or visit the website which will enable any and all New Orleans musicians to benefit.
Banzai is an apparel manufacturer that specializes in production and distribution for independent musicians and record labels. Banzai produced and distributes ReNew Orleans apparel at discounted rates. Profits from the sale of ReNew Orleans apparel is sent directly to the New Orleans Musicians Hurricane Relief Fund.
And many thanx to our brothers and sisters at okayplayer.com and the okayplayer family of artists who have all become proud supporters of the ReNew Orleans campaign adding vital support, energy and love.
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