Henry Turner Jr. & Flavor are well known for the syncopated style of music that is called Louisiana blues, soul, reggae and funk. Their tongue-in-cheek lyrics and upbeat dance tunes gets their audiences movin’ and groovin’.
Mikey Duran is an independent pop-ballad and rock singer-songwriter from New Orleans, Louisiana — a city that doesn't produce artists so much as forge them. The former American Idol contestant sound is a result that is at once familiar and impossible to place — distinctive, tremulous, and deeply felt.
2026 Lineup
SmokeHouse Porter and the Gut Bucket Blues Band return to the festival redefining Mississippi Delta and Louisiana Swamp Blues music.
Wyanda Paul returns with her gospel jazz, she is known for her outstanding performances, powerful voice and original songs filled with insightful and uplifting lyrics.
Princess Teha is of Nigerian descent. She has been singing Contemporary Christian and Gospel Music since the age of four. Her angelic voice has been described as an awesome gift from God.
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King Solomon plays bass in Henry Turner Jr.’s Flavor band. As a songwriter he plays piano and known for his catchy tunes with satirical lyrics.
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The Phoenix Rouge Dance Studio was founded in 2019 by Gwenda Bourgeois. She and her Sassy Belles Troupe join the festival and will also do interactive demonstrations with festival goers.
Keyboardist Ervin "Maestro" Foster , drummer Jim Masters and bass player King Solomon are Henry Turner Jr.s’ Listening Room All Stars and House Band. Together they appear as My Better Half performing smooth jazz.
Dan the Lion serves as the official emcee for Emo Night NOLA, alongside hosting pop-punk and emo dance parties, he works as a musical artist and creator, releasing original work such as the single "Sometimes, I Love You".
Pastor Hitchens is a gospel, soul singer and activist. He is also known for his
upbeat personality and comedy songs.
James Margolis is a singer/songwriter from the Philadelphia area. He has played extensively on the east coast and currently lives in Brooklyn. He is touring in support of his ‘Civilianaire’ record release.
D'RTY COT'N is a southern alternative rock band from the Greater New Orleans Area. Their music makes sure you're paying attention and has something to say to all of us.
Kasey Ball is an accomplished horn player, multi-instrumentalist and head of KB & the Backbeats.
Voodoo Junction is a Louisiana favorite, playing both original and cover tunes. This is the first time they are playing the festival. They are Jaimz Woodard and Jessie “Cole” Burkes on vocals and guitar, Jude Falconon on drums, Josua Ramierz on Bass.
Kerwin Fealing is a radio personality and television personality.
Xavie Shorts music is a reflection of this personal struggles. His powerful voice, smooth flow and heartfelt lyrics resonate with people of all ages.
Documentary film director/producer, radio personality, author and activist, Gisele Haralson co-hosts the festival. She is the founder of A Celebration of Women and Executive Director of the Child Development Institute.
TASTE OF THE DEEP SOUTH TALENT STAGE TIMES
Location: EBRPL-Main Library, 7711 Goodwood Blvd., BR 70806
SATURDAY, Sept. 19: * All times approximate, subject to change
12:00-12:15 Host: Princess Teha, Kerwin Fealing, DJ Olu
12:30-1:00 Mikey Duran Pop/Rock
1:15-1:45 Wyanda Paul Jazz/Gospel
2:00-2:25 Princess Teha Contemporary Christain
2:40-3:10 Pastor Leon Hitchens Gospel/R&B
3:15-3:45 Phoenix Rouge Dance Troupe Belly Dancing
4:00-4:30 Watermelon Eating Contest
4:15-4:45 Contest: Watermelon Eating Contest
4:45-5:00 My Better Half Band Smooth Jazz
5:30-6:00 James Margolis Blues/Folk Jazz
6:15-7:00 Henry Turner Jr. & Flavor Blues, Soul, Reggae
7:15-7:45 DRTY COTN Blues
SUNDAY, Sept. 20*
*Lineup subject to change and all times approximate
12:00-12:15 Hosts: Kerwyn Fealing, Princess Teha, DJ Olu
12:30-1:00 Dan The Lion Rock
1:15-1:40 King Solomon Blues/Soul
1:50-2:10 Xavie Shorts Contemporary Christian
2:25-2:50 Dixie Rose Folk/Pop
3:05-3:35 Kasey Ball Funk/Jazz
3:50-4:20 SmokeHouse Porter and the Gut Bucket Blues Band
4:30-5:00 Contest: Henry Turner Jr. Look-a-Like
5:15-5:40 Kelton ‘Inspire Harper Motivational
6:00-7:15 Henry Turner Jr. & Flavor Blues, Soul, Reggae
7:00-7:30 Voo Doo Junction Blues/Rock
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I‘Nspire is a spoken word artist, producer, motivational speaker and one of the Listening Room All-Stars. He is currently producing “The Artists’ Platform” scheduled to air on television later this year.
CONTESTS:
Come join the fun and enter any or all of our three contests!
A Henry Turner Jr. Look-A-Like Contest on Sunday,
and Watermelon Eating Contests on Saturday.
For more information and entry forms contact
Marcia Groff at entertainmg@gmail.com or call 310-721-1592
Watermelon Eating Contest Winner:
Christy Morgan
Henry Turner Jr. Look-A-Like Contest Winner: SmokeHouse Porter