The Dirty Bourbon River Show is working on their first album and is looking forward to their tour this summer.

The Maroon talked to Noah Adams, music industry junior and lead singer, about the band. Jethro Celestin, music composition sophomore, plays bass; Dane “Bootsy” Schindler, music industry sophomore, plays drums; and Wayne Mitchell, jazz studies sophomore, plays saxophone.

They will be on tour May 28 through June 5. For more information, visit their Web site http://www. myspace.com/dirtybourbonrivershow.

What are your goals/sounds as a band?
We want to continue the New Orleans tradition of presenting eclectic music to its residents by making each song authentic and meaningful.

What are some of your biggest influences?
Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, Louis Armstrong, ManMan Gogol Bordello, The Decemberists, New Orleans Bingo Show, Captain Beefheart and Paul Sanchez, to name a few.

What have been some of the highlights in the bands career so far?
We have definitely enjoyed our debut at Tipitina’s and working with great artists around the city. Certainly playing at New Orleans’ great venues as we turn from a Loyola grassroots band to a citywide recognized act.

Do you have any recordings/albums out or coming out?
We are working on our first studio album, tentatively titled, “Ladies and Gentleman, The Dirty Bourbon River Show,” with an expected release in the late fall/early winter.

Any plans for the fall?
We would like to play more shows and adjust to the feedback of our fans and family. We are also currently seeking a bourbon sponsor.

Noah Adams is the Maroon distribution manager.
Garret Cleland can be reached at
[email protected].