As a founding member of The Meters, Leo Nocentelli’s fast-fingered and intense guitar playing is nothing short of awe-inspiring. The New Orleans native has performed with world renowned recording artists like Peter Gabriel, Stevie Wonder, Harry Connick Jr., Bonnie Raitt, and many more. Nocentelli has demonstrated an individualized approach to playing guitar, with his music being sampled by over 400 artists. Happy birthday to the master of funk, Leo Nocentelli!

We're excited for a Weekend of Funk & Friends with Leo Nocentelli and special guests at Garcia's on August 11 and 12. You're invited to join us for what is sure to be a weekend of crazy fun!

Leo Nocentelli is joined by powerhouse vocalist Jen "Pipes" Durkin of Deep Banana Blackout, Jen Durkin and The Business, and Jen Zeppelin, for a funky spin on the Grateful Dead classics and beyond with Steal Your Funk at on Friday, August 11. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xmn_IYkXps[/embed]

The music continues on Saturday night! Leo Nocentelli is joined by Jaguar featuring Michelangelo Carubba and Craig Broadhead of Turkuaz, with Beau Sasser of Kung Fu. Check out Beau Sasser's magic fingers in this clip, and get pumped for a night of funk on Saturday, August 12.

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There ain't no party like a NOLA party!

Check out these videos to get you in the Big Easy spirit! We love you, Leo!

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