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1 around the world for its performing arts. Honorees are nominated by a designated committee in 24 categories with up to four nominees in each category. In addition, there are several awards chosen by the executive producer with the advice of an advisory committee, the nominating committee and the editorial staff at Gambit.
2012 ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR Rebirth Brass Band
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2012 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Walter “Wolfman” Washington
1. 2012 Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Walter “Wolfman” Washington and Best Rhythm & Blues honoree Dr. John.
2012 MUSIC HERITAGE AWARD Henry Gray
PHOTO BY JOSE GARCIA
2. Best Country/Folk nominee Gal Holiday & the Honky Tonk Revue performed “Love is a Battlefield.”
2012 AMBASSADORS OF NEW ORLEANS MUSIC Preservation Hall Jazz Band
PHOTO BY CHERYL GERBER
3. Margo and Clancy DuBos with Karol Brandt of Harrah’s.
2012 SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARD Dithyrambalina: The Music Box 2012 BUSINESS RECOGNITION AWARD Louisiana Campaign for Tobacco-Free Living
PHOTO BY JOSE GARCIA
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4. Honorary Music Chairman Johnny Vidacovich and his wife Deb. PHOTO BY JOSE GARCIA
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he 2012 Big Easy Music Awards winners were announced April 23 at a gala at Harrah’s New Orleans. Awards in 24 categories and six special awards were handed out at the event, which was hosted by drummer Johnny Vidacovich. The Big Easy Awards is New Orleans’ premier event honoring the musical talent of a city renowned
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