Presenting a powerhouse blues band from Baton Rouge, Kenny Neal came to town and threw down on the Tipitina's stage. Mr. Neal was in rare form on Saturday night, singing and playing incredible guitar all night on the down home blues that his fans have come to expect. He brought out quite a few guest stars including the notorious Troy Turner, who, with his lightning fast guitar licks, brought fire to the stage. Mr. Neal's drummer, Kennard Johnson, drove the band with his crunchy beats. On the Zydeco classic, "My Toot Toot", Mr. Johnson fused a brass band groove with the traditional driving Zydeco groove that knocked my socks off. Overall it was a burning set from Kenny Neal, who hasn't played New Orleans much in the last few years. Very recommended for fans of electric blues.

~Kevin O'Day