Marcia Ball - Party Town

Charles, Music Patch, BMI

“Long, tall Marcia Ball” has won a fanatical following with her Texas-to-New Orleans musical gumbo, astounding piano playing, warm vocals and spontaneous stage presence. For over 40 years, she’s been bringing the sounds of the Gulf Coast from her hometown of Austin to crowds across the country. Originally inspired by Irma Thomas and Professor Longhair, Marcia’s played everywhere from Texas honky-tonks to the White House. She’s recorded 17 albums, her last seven for Alligator. They’re filled with heartfelt ballads, high-energy boogie woogie, joyful R&B and “got to dance” party anthems, including tributes to the Crescent City and the joys of Mardi Gras.