The term "Mardi Gras" comes from the French words meaning "Fat Tuesday." Its roots trace back to medieval Europe, particularly in countries like France and Italy, where it marked the final day of ...

When Louis Armstrong was king of Mardi Gras, but was subject to the segregation ... shuffling and dancing in other words. Advocates of Black Power, especially, suggested that the Zulu parade ...

Amtrak is planning a new route between Mobile, Ala., and New Orleans, La., twice daily called "Mardi Gras Service." ...

NEW ORLEANS and MOBILE, Ala. (press release) – Agreements have been reached for new twice-daily Amtrak intercity train ...

Mardi Gras Records announced in a press release the release of “I’m Feeling Good!” (Big Chief Remix) which is a reimagining of Professor Longhair’s 1965 Mardi Gras anthem “Big Chief.” The updated ...

Amtrak’s new route, the Mardi Gras Service, is launching in New Orleans this summer, bringing train travel back to the scenic ...