Step into the storied streets of New Orleans' Red Light District with me, Harriet West-Moore, as we raise a glass to the pioneer of jazz, Jelly Roll Morton. On this Friday night's Moore Wine and Music podcast, I weave through the melodies and memories of Morton's remarkable life, revealing how a young boy's experiences in the vibrancy and vice of his neighborhood shaped the future of an entire music genre. From his blossoming days with the Red Hot Peppers to his ingenious blend of ragtime, blues, and swing, we celebrate the talent of a man who composed with as much complexity and flair as the city he called home.

As we clink glasses in honor of Jelly Roll's legacy, we'll confront the raw edge of his music—where explicit lyrics meet unapologetic truth, mirroring the untamed spirit of his youth. Despite stirring controversy and censorship, Morton's tunes echo through time, influencing countless artists and jazz aficionados. We'll tease the story of Buddy Bolden, whose tribute we'll savor in the next episode, but for now, sit back and let the syncopated rhythms of a jazz legend transport you to a time where the music was as fearless and free as the man behind the piano.

Intro/outro music by Soundstripe Music

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