501 Napoleon Avenue, (504) 895-8477
Off the beaten path, uptown near the river, Tip's as it's commonly referred to by the locals, is one of New Orleans' premier live music clubs - named for famous pianist Professor Longhair, regularly hosting national and local acts including: the Funky Meters, Radiators, Neville Brothers and others.
225 Decatur Street, (504) 529-BLUE
Owned by a conglomerate of famous personalities including Dan Ackroyd and Aerosmith, the H.O.B. is fast becoming New Orleans' premier venue for national acts in the French Quarter. "In Blues We Trust" is the motto of this mega-club which also contains a restaurant.
