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New Orleans has no “big” shows during the last week of January, but plenty of options for good music in the clubs.

The weekend after Thanksgiving and the following week feature a cornucopia of live music, with an emphasis on local favorites.

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The week leading up to Thanksgiving is full of music, as many musicians are in town for the holiday.

Other options for music in New Orleans include a Sweet Crude anniversary show

The Coven, a flexible gang of New Orleans women musicians, bring their magic-spangled ensemble covers show back to d.b.a.

The city council relaxed zoning during the pandemic that restricted venues from having outdoor entertainment.

The possibility of an imminent Supreme Court decision allowing states to further restrict access has pushed the wait for people seeking abortions in Louisiana to several weeks.

As restrictive abortion bans take shape across the nation and legislative battles make their way to the highest court, protesters on Saturday gathered in their respective cities, including New Orleans, to march for reproductive rights as part of the Women’s March movement.