Katrina's Blues

The greatest national disaster in our history has taken place in probably the most culturally rich area of this country. Most American music can trace their roots directly to New Orleans, and those roots are dying. Time for music fans of all types to step forward and help the musicians that carry on this beautiful musical tradition. Here are places you can help.

• Temporary Homes For New Orleans Musicians
  Tipitina's Foundation's effort to house local musicians.
  
• New Orleans Musicians Hurricane Relief Fund
  Established by Preservation Hall to provide musicians with financial support during this tragic time.
  
• Voice of the Wetlands
  Tab Benoit and the Voice of the Wetlands Foundation have set up a way for people to send money direct.
  
• Blues For Katrina
  A forum for musicians, agents and promoters to collaborate on efforts to stage benefit concerts and other fund-raising events.
  
• Backbeat Fund
  Dedicated to preserving the unique cukture of New Orleans.
  
• The American Red Cross
  Red Cross donations go to all hurricane victims.
  
• The Salvation Army
  Salvation Army donations go to all hurricane victims.

Music fans all over the world have been worried sick about the status of their favorite New Orleans musicians. Here's a continuing musician's update posted by WWOZ.

New Orleans is moaning the Blues.