In this broadcast, the second part of a three-part series on the influential and infectious music that came out of New Orleans, one of America's most fertile musical cities. In this installment, a look at New Orleans R&B from 1953 to 1955, highlighting records by Professor Longhair, Fats Domino, Dave Bartholomew, Lloyd Price, Shirley & Lee, Eddie Bo and many more. The show presents the soul that came before rock 'n’ roll: 1950s rhythm and blues. Hosted by Matt the Cat.