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A vintage microphone stands on stage with blurred colorful lights and silhouettes in the background, creating a vibrant, lively atmosphere.

The Red Stick Weekend Guide - Oct 31st, Nov 1st & 2nd 2025

🎶 Welcome to The Red Stick Weekend Guide! Your curated list of top picks for local live music in the Baton Rouge area.

Caitlen Odell

9 hours ago2 min read

Musician with cowboy hat plays guitar on stage under blue lights, woman sings beside him. Audience visible in dimly lit venue. Energetic mood.

Brady George

Brady George is a local country musician who picked up a guitar at just ten years old and never looked back. Influenced by the rock and country music his parents played around the house, he’s found his place in Louisiana’s tight-knit live music community.

Caitlen Odell

2 days ago2 min read

Hands playing a keyboard in dim lighting, with a golden glow and light beams in the background, creating an atmospheric mood.

The Red Stick Weekend Guide - October 24th, 25th & 26th 2025

🎶 Welcome to The Red Stick Weekend Guide! Your curated list of top picks for local live music in the Baton Rouge area.

Caitlen Odell

7 days ago3 min read

Man in a hat and jacket leans against a dark wooden wall, playing an acoustic guitar. He appears contemplative, set against a dark background.

Lance Woolie

Lance Woolie’s story reads like a Southern redemption song: raw, honest, and full of grit. The local country artist has lived a life shaped by hardship, faith, and an unshakable love of music.

Caitlen Odell

Oct 238 min read

Musician on stage plays guitar under bright orange lights. Dark sky above, "Mount Vernon Nazarene University" visible in background. Energetic mood.

The Red Stick Weekend Guide - October 17th, 18th & 19th 2025

🎶 Welcome to The Red Stick Weekend Guide! Your curated list of top picks for local live music in the Baton Rouge area.

Caitlen Odell

Oct 163 min read

Band on stage with instruments, drummer at back, vibrant lighting.

Chris Pryor

Local musician Chris Pryor is a true musician at heart. It’s clear that music is his passion and what keeps him up at night.

Caitlen Odell

Oct 135 min read

Musician playing electric guitar on stage, backlit by orange and pink lights. Drummer visible in background. Energetic concert setting.

The Red Stick Weekend Guide - October 10th, 11th & 12th 2025

🎶 Welcome to The Red Stick Weekend Guide! Your curated list of top picks for local live music in the Baton Rouge area.

Caitlen Odell

Oct 92 min read

Drummer plays under vibrant blue and purple stage lights, with a microphone nearby and drumsticks mid-action. Energetic concert vibe.

The Red Stick Weekend Guide - October 3rd, 4th & 5th 2025

🎶 Welcome to The Red Stick Weekend Guide! Your curated list of top picks for local live music in the Baton Rouge area.

Caitlen Odell

Oct 22 min read

Bubba Plauche'

Local musician Bubba Plauche’ found his start in music through an unexpected accident that left him injured. Picking up a guitar became part of his healing process, but it quickly grew into something more, a way to connect with people and share joy. Decades later, that joy hasn’t faded.

Caitlen Odell

Oct 13 min read

Aaron Day

Aaron Day has a way of making listeners feel at ease, authentic, humble, and gently soothing in every note. With smooth vocals and an acoustic guitar in hand, he pulls you in with songs that reflect the struggles we all face while shining a light on the hope that carries us through.

Caitlen Odell

Sep 233 min read

Silhouetted band performs energetically on stage with bright orange lighting and smoke, creating an intense and dynamic atmosphere.

The Red Stick Weekend Guide - September 19th, 20th & 21st 2025

🎶 Welcome to The Red Stick Weekend Guide! Your curated list of top picks for local live music in the Baton Rouge area.

Caitlen Odell

Sep 183 min read

Noah James

Noah James is a young local Baton Rouge musician who has found viral success online with his videos. His journey is a story of roots, resilience, and faith.

Caitlen Odell

Sep 154 min read

Hands gently touching a piano. The image shows close-up details of the hands on the keys, drawing one into the music.

The Red Stick Weekend Guide - September 12th, 13th & 14th 2025

🎶 Welcome to The Red Stick Weekend Guide! Your curated list of top picks for local live music in the Baton Rouge area.

Caitlen Odell

Sep 112 min read

Ben Bell sits outside a beloved Baton Rouge venue, ready to share his Western Rockabilly sound, a style all his own that adds a distinct voice to the local live music scene. (Photo courtesy of Ben Bell)

Ben Bell & The Stardust Boys

Baton Rouge has no shortage of unique voices, but few carry the blend of vintage charm and lived-in authenticity quite like Ben Bell. With roots stretching from Austin’s eclectic music scene to Louisiana’s songwriter circles, Ben’s describes his unique sound as 'Western Rockabilly'. In this interview, Ben shares the philosophy that drives his music, the stories that shaped his style, and the ways he sees performance as both self-expression and an act of service.

Caitlen Odell

Sep 84 min read

A hand gently touches sheet music, focusing on notes. The image shows close-up details of the paper and fingers, evoking a sense of concentration.

The Red Stick Weekend Guide - September 5th, 6th & 7th 2025

🎶 Welcome to The Red Stick Weekend Guide! Your curated list of top picks for local live music in the Baton Rouge area.

Caitlen Odell

Sep 53 min read

Close-up of a vintage microphone with red and orange highlights. Blurred colorful lights in the background create a warm, nostalgic mood.

The Red Stick Weekend Guide - August 29th, 30th & 31st 2025

🎶 Welcome to The Red Stick Weekend Guide! Your curated list of top picks for local live music in the Baton Rouge area.

Caitlen Odell

Aug 283 min read

Full tables, porch lights, and live music — Big J’s Side Porch in Clinton has quickly become the place where the community gathers to eat, laugh, and soak up Louisiana’s local sound.

Big J’s Side Porch: Building Community One Song at a Time

Big J’s Side Porch isn’t just a restaurant, it’s a space where families share meals, kids play in the grass, and live music drifts across the porch lights.

Caitlen Odell

Aug 263 min read

Man playing piano, focused on sheet music in a dimly lit stage setting. Blurred background with colorful lights and distant figures.

The Red Stick Weekend Guide - August 22nd, 23rd & 24th 2025

🎶 Welcome to The Red Stick Weekend Guide! Your curated list of top picks for local live music in the Baton Rouge area.

Caitlen Odell

Aug 213 min read

Close-up of hands strumming a brown acoustic guitar, soft focus background. Casual setting, earthy tones create a relaxed mood.

The Red Stick Weekend Guide - August 15th, 16th & 17th 2025

🎶 Welcome to The Red Stick Weekend Guide! Your curated list of top picks for local live music in the Baton Rouge area.

Caitlen Odell

Aug 143 min read

Under a wash of moody purple stage lights, blues musician Sam Forshey pours his soul into the strings, his guitar singing with every note.

Sam Forshey & The Bad Boys of Blues

Sam Forshey plays the blues in a way that feels both deeply rooted and unmistakably his own. With gospel roots that run deep and a rockstar flare, Sam is more than just a blues musician, he’s a carrier of tradition.

Caitlen Odell

Aug 116 min read