Kermit Ruffins

Kermit Ruffins is the undisputed "Ambassador of Good Times" and a legendary cornerstone of New Orleans culture. While world-renowned as a virtuoso jazz trumpeter and co-founder of the Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band, Ruffins is equally celebrated for his infectious stage presence and off-the-cuff comedic charm. Whether he is riffing on his signature trumpet or sharing hilarious, unfiltered anecdotes from the streets of the Treme, Kermit transforms every performance into a high-energy celebration of life, hospitality, and the spirit of the Big Easy. A recurring star of HBO’s Treme and a fixture on global stages, Ruffins has spent decades perfecting a unique blend of musical mastery and charismatic storytelling. His legendary shows with the Barbecue Swingers are immersive experiences where the lines between a world-class concert and a backyard party disappear.