REVIEW: Circus Mind Brings Bourbon Street to the Boroughs with “The NoLa Song”
Just in time for Jazz Fest, New York funk-rock outfit Circus Mind unleashes a vibrant, swagger-filled homage to the Crescent City with their latest single, “The NoLa Song.” Dripping in the grease, groove, and celebratory spirit of New Orleans, this track is a bold and brassy slice of sonic gumbo that captures everything we love about second-line parades, back-alley jazz clubs, and late-night crawfish boils.
From the very first notes, “The NoLa Song” pulls you into a street party of syncopated rhythms and irresistible horn lines. Frontman and keys wizard Mark Rechler leads the charge with gritty vocals and a clear affection for the cultural richness of New Orleans. The band doesn’t just mimic the city’s iconic sound—they embody it, blending it seamlessly with their own signature New York edge. The result? A track that feels both like a love letter and a block party all in one.
Rechler says it best: “New Orleans is the single best place in the universe for food, drink, and a party.” That reverence pours out in every measure, from the swaggering brass hooks courtesy of Michael Amendola, to the tight rhythm section of Matt Fox (bass), Dan Roth (drums), and Steve Finkelstein (percussion), laying down a foundation that’s funky, fluid, and undeniably danceable.
Guitarist Brian Duggan adds just the right amount of grit, echoing the raw, soulful underbelly of a French Quarter jam session. Altogether, the band manages to channel the spirit of Dr. John, The Meters, and The Neville Brothers, while still feeling fresh, modern, and distinctly Circus Mind.
Following the acclaim of their last album Bioluminate, The NoLa Song proves that Circus Mind is only getting tighter, funkier, and more fearless with each release. Whether you’re a die-hard Jazz Fest attendee or just someone in search of a good groove, “The NoLa Song” is your ticket straight to the heart of New Orleans—no flight required.
🎧 Listen now at: www.circusmindband.com
