D’Wayne Dopsie shares the stage with Mick Jagger and The Rolling Stones for an unforgettable Zydeco performance!
Welcome to Music Nation 365! Today, we’re taking you to the city of New Orleans where the 2024 Jazz Fest made history with a staggering half a million people in attendance. What drew in the record-breaking crowds, you ask? None other than the legendary Mick Jagger and his iconic band, The Rolling Stones.
During their unforgettable performance, Mick Jagger brought two Louisiana music greats on stage to join him in creating a magical musical moment. The Louisiana Queen of Soul, Irma Thomas, and zydeco sensation D’wayne Dopsie, the son of the legendary Rockin’ Dopsie, shared the stage with these rock and roll legends.
Speaking to News 10, D’wayne Dopsie shared his experience of a lifetime, performing a classic Rolling Stones hit, “Let it Bleed,” alongside Mick Jagger and The Rolling Stones at the New Orleans Jazz Fest. Dopsie expressed his gratitude for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, stating that it was a memory he will cherish forever.
Recalling the moment he learned he would be sharing the stage with The Rolling Stones, Dopsie admitted that he was initially in disbelief. “I couldn’t believe it,” he said. Growing up as a fan of The Rolling Stones, collaborating with Mick Jagger felt like a dream come true for Dopsie. He described the experience as fulfilling a long-standing item on his bucket list.
Anticipating around 80,000 attendees at the festival, Dopsie was shocked when the news of The Rolling Stones’ performance spread like wildfire, drawing in a record-breaking crowd of half a million music fans. He believes that this collaboration not only left a lasting impact on the festival but also put zydeco music in the spotlight, showcasing the rich musical heritage of Louisiana.
It’s moments like these that define the magic of music – bringing together legends from different genres to create something truly special. Stay tuned for more updates on the latest music news and events, only here on Music Nation 365!
