Sunpie Barnes and the Louisiana Sunspots

Led by Bruce "Sunpie" Barnes, Sunpie and the Louisiana Sunspots deliver a powerful blend of zydeco, blues, gospel, and Afro-Caribbean rhythms rooted in Louisiana tradition. Anchored by Barnes' commanding vocals and multi-instrumental versatility, the band's sound reflects a lifetime of musical and cultural exchange across what he describes as a true "musical gumbo." A longtime fixture of the New Orleans cultural landscape, Barnes is a National Park Service ranger and cultural educator whose performances draw on deep knowledge of Afro-Louisiana history and tradition. A master of accordion and harmonica, he studied with zydeco pioneers including John Delafose, grounding his sound in the living lineage of Louisiana roots music. His career spans decades of appearances at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, international touring across more than 50 countries, and a run as a member of the Paul Simon band on the 58-city arena tour Paul Simon and Sting: On Stage Together. Full bar on-site. No check-in required. Entry is free, with standing room and some seating at first come, first serve basis. Doors open at 8 pm. Join us in Good Measure. Come for the music. Stay for the night.