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lespecial: Tentacle Difficulties Tour with special guest Mike Dillon

Presented by 19th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series

Friday May 1st, 2026

Friday May 1st, 2026

11:55 PM

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3:30 AM CDT

Starts: 11:55 PM CDT

Ends: 3:30 AM CDT

Blue Nile

532 Frenchmen St., New Orleans

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$28.17 - $33.47 USD

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$28.17 - $33.47 USD

Price

$28.17 - $33.47 USD

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19th Annual Backbeat JazzFest Series presents lespecial: Tentacle Difficulties Tour with special guest Mike Dillon

LATE SHOW Friday May 1
Doors 12:30AM / Show 1:00AM
(This is a LATE SHOW Friday May 1. Technically this show starts early morning May 2.)

Advance Tickets $25 + Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.
Day of show $30 
+ Processing Fees & Applicable Taxes at Checkout.

lespecial is redefining the term “power trio”. The multi-instrumentalists from Connecticut continue to push the boundaries of what a three-piece band is capable of both live and in the studio ahead of their latest album, “Odd Times”. The band’s signature blend of “heavy future groove” combines headbanging metal riffage and surgical rhythmic precision with bone shaking 808s, sub synths and ethereal vocal stylings for a dance floor that welcomes moshing, dancing and hip swaying alike. Listeners are taken on a journey to the musical netherworld through esoteric soundscapes punctuated by raw, primal power.

Odd Times, lespecial’s darkest and heaviest record to date, is an enigmatic and compelling musical project that explores the ever-changing nature of time amidst isolation. With heavy riffs, tribal drumming, and hints of levity, it's a captivating journey crafted in collaboration with Havok's David Sanchez. An intriguing blend of old-school metal and modern djent-inspired riffage awaits in this haunting sonic experience.

All sales are final and refunds are only allowed in limited circumstances such as canceled events. If your event is canceled, postponed, rescheduled, or moved, we will attempt to contact you to update you on the status of the event, and inform you of any refund, credit, or exchange procedures.

All shows are for ages 21 and up. Valid ID required upon entry.

Important Info

Ages 21+

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The Blue Nile is New Orleans' premiere intimate live music venue.

Refund Policy

All sales are final and refunds are only allowed in limited circumstances such as canceled events. If your event is canceled, postponed, rescheduled, or moved, we will attempt to contact you to update you on the status of the event, and inform you of any refund, credit, or exchange procedures.