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1809, 2018
A second line parade brings out the Big Easy in East Oakland
JENEE DARDEN / KALW NEWS https://cpa.ds.npr.org/kalw/audio/2018/09/WEB_SecondLine.mp3 When I arrive at Arroyo Viejo Park in East Oakland, the neighborhood looks [...]
I have been a fan of MJ’s Brass Boppers for many years now, but in 2018 I had the chance to book them for two free public events in Downtown Oakland. The first was the kickoff event for our 2018 season of 3rd Thursdays at Latham Square, a free happy hour concert. The second was a lunch time second line flash mob in the heart of our downtown. Not only was the booking process highly professional, the quality of the music is always exceptional and the positive energy they convey to the audience is contagious. MJ’s Brass Boppers creates new fans whenever they play and I will undoubtedly be booking them whenever I can in the future.
“When I wanted an authentic New Orleans style brass band for my wedding reception, the Brass Boppers were the only band I even considered. – Jacob L.