Galactic have made what may be the definitive New Orleans Tribute With YA-KA-MAY, by recognizing this fundamental truth; that all of the town's seemingly disparate styles jazz, brass bands and funk as well as the newer bounce/hip hop are intrinsically linked.
ON YA-KA-MAY:
THIS IS NOT YOUR GRANDFATHER’S NEW ORLEANS RECORD.
This is some post-flood musical reality from a 291-year-old city that’s had a near-death experience.
New Orleans isn’t the same city it was five years ago, and it’s the same city it’s always been. Both these statements are true. One thing’s for sure: these days no one takes New Orleans for granted.
