‘Rhythm’ coming to Cox 4

Cox cable subscribers in Baton Rouge, New Orleans and Lafayette will soon be able to see and hear the stories behind the music come to life with many of the unique and indigenous artists from around the state as well as frequent visitors to Louisiana from throughout the Deep South. Local producer and director Johnny Palazotto is bringing the new documentary-style series Louisiana’s Rhythm Nation to Cox 4 starting in March. The show will feature interviews and performances from icons such as Irma Thomas, Johnny Rivers and Henry Gray to acclaimed younger artists like Theresa Andersson, Chris Thomas King and more. “It is exciting to have been able to sit with these artists and hear their stories,” Palazotto says. “I don’t think this has been done before, at least to my knowledge. Hearing their stories is priceless.” Louisiana’s Rhythm Nation will air 14 episodes in its first season and feature two artists per episode. For more details, visit the show’s website here. —Jeff Roedel