Details of Death: Died at the age of 66 from a heart attack.
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New Orleans blues legend on Bourbon Street
Big Al Carson was well known to New Orleans natives and tourists for his regular gig at the Funky Pirate Bar with his band the Blues Masters. His booming voice was heard at New Orleans festivals and he played with many bands including the Tuxedo Jazz Band.
What they said about him
Big Al Carson was a fixture on the New Orleans music scene. Sad 😢 to hear about his passing. Here’s a story I did with him back in 2014. Rest In Peace Big Al! Thanks for the music! https://t.co/M6cHZbQSZR@WGNOtv#bigalcarson#bigal
Here at EJBF we are very sad to hear of the passing of Big Al Carson
Sandy Tweedale reminisces:
'I played with Al twice once at the Cally Brewery that was one of the best gigs I have ever done…He was a lovely man with a fantastic voice. R.I.P Al.' pic.twitter.com/CTPBclr0lu
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