The Blue Book of Storyville was a catalog that described the city's many brothels and prostitutes. Hear how a hundred year old book inspired the music of a NOLA artist of today.

How A Book Of New Orleans Brothels Inspired Don Vappie's Latest Album

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30A Songwriters Sessions: Grace Potter

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The Nashville-based musician modeled her latest album as a video game journey, complete with a character named Miss Freedomland.

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Lizzie No's 'Halfsies' is like an epic role-playing video game

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Maggie Rogers made 'Don't Forget Me' with the pedal to the floor

The LA-based psychedelic pop band performs songs from their latest album, I Wish You Way More Than Luck.

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How A Book Of New Orleans Brothels Inspired Don Vappie's Latest Album

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