"Bobby J is a one-man show with a talented group of musicians and singers to play up his talents, creating a memorable entertainment experience."
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CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
1969 - present Drummer (school bands, local secular bands, church and community choirs)
1970's - Jack the Rapper Convention, NACA Tour
1980's - DISCOGRAPHY
Baby Come Back (with former band Louisiana Purchase)
1990 - 2022 Formed Stuff Like That Band (named in tribute to musical hybrid and genius Quincy Jones, one of his influences)
2001 - Gospel is Alive Award, presented by the Jazz and Heritage Foundation for 'dedication and contribution to Gospel music'.
2005 - New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.
2014 - Deluxe Corporation’s Small Business Revolution in America Video Documentary Series (a Flow Nonfiction Film).
MEDIA
UK Brides Magazine
Offbeat Magazine (rear cover)
LIVE EXPERIENCE
Ali Woodson (the Temptations), Billy Preston, Peabo Bryson, Michael Henderson, Bobby 'Blue' Bland, D. J. Rogers, Chuck Mangione, Patti Labelle, The Bar-Kays, Frankie Beverly and Maze, Betty Wright, the Chilites, Margie Joseph, Ashford and Simpson, Kool and the Gang, the Drifters, the Dixie Cups, Pieces of a Dream, Usher, Raheem DeVaughn, Larry Graham, Air Supply, the Pointer Sisters, Gladys Knight, Branford Marsalis, Michael 'Patches' Stewart (Al Jarreau), Irma Thomas, the Batiste Brothers, Aaron Neville and the Neville Brothers.
A FEW CLIENTS
the NBA All Stars • House of Blues • Coca Cola • BET Network • New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival • Louisiana Police Jury Association • Iberia, First Bank & Trust, Fidelity • Harrahs, Boomtown, Treasure Chest, Magic, President Casinos • Zulu Social and Pleasure Club • Preservation Resource Center • NOBLE • 100 Black Men • Crime Stoppers of GNO • Junior Achievement • Jackson Hole Wyoming Mangy Moose Saloon • Computer Share, Shelton CT • Each One Save One • Southern and Loyola Universities • Metairie, New Orleans, English Turn Country Clubs • Sacred Heart Academy Alumni • Beau Brummell • Louisiana Restaurant Association • Imago Relationships • Century 21 • NOMA • Arb Meetings and Events • Delta Sigma Theta Alumunae of NOLA and Lake Charles • Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity • Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Austin Texas • NFL's Archie Manning • WVUE's Shelby Latino • ESPN's Mike Smith • The Brennan Family • Nomtoc • AGA (American Gas Association) • Tallageda College and a host of other corporations, social organizations, and families.
Small Business Revolution of America Documentary Series
"When Bobby Jordan takes the stage, he's no longer singing for himself."
Brian Williams, King of Krewe of Oshun - Gala 2/12/22
I, King Brian Williams and my Queen, Dr Elizabeth Bowles were entertained by Bobby J and Stuff Like That at our King and Queen Gala, Algiers Auditorium on Feb 12, 2022. We could have chosen many groups but we had…
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Julia-Rachel Kuehnle
"Thank you!! It wouldn't have been a party without Bobby J."
Annie Balart Michaels' Wedding, ARB Meetings and Events
When choosing the wedding date, Annie and Wes knew that December 12, 2009, would be a date to remember, but not only for their beautiful wedding: That day it rained so much that streets, cars and even the wedding party’s…
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Stephanie Rizzuto
“I'm obsessed with y'all!!!!! Y'all were so good!!!!”
Panorama Jazz Band
"Hey Bobby - Just wanted to tell you I heard you at Broussard's Restaurant. I'm the leader and clarinetist with the brass band that played the second line from Broussard's to the after party on Burgundy St. Man, y'all really…
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Shelby Latino, FOX 8 News
"You all made lifelong memories for us and we are so grateful."
Barkley and Christopher
Christopher Tidmore, 99.5/WRNO
“I challenged Bobby J to play the traditional Scottish wedding song Loch Lomond--something far outside of his normal R&B repertoire. He and the band not only rose to the challenge, but put a New Orleans spin…
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Lisa's Birthday Party
Reminiscent of 20 years ago when I first heard Bobby J and Stuff Like That Band, this was another outstanding performance for my 50th birthday. Little Torch Key (Key West Florida) has never seen or heard such quality entertainment. Thank…
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Ochsner Cardiology - Red-Tie Affair
"We are so thankful for Bobby J and Stuff Like That. We have received so many compliments and everyone had such a great time! Again, amazing job.”
— Kathryn Nick, RED TIE AFFAIR, Ochsner Philanthropy & Sponsorship Event Manager
Destination Event - Conference
Peggy Demarest, IMAGO RELATIONSHIPS CONFERENCE
"For the third time - outstanding! We've used Bobby J for other personal events and not only are they incredibly talented, but they make the evening great fun for everyone. It's impossible to listen…
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Charles and Linda Hill Anniversary Party
"After dating 5 years and being engaged for a year, we were married in 1969. Here we are celebrating 50 years with a celebration party. We chose to have Bobby J and Stuff Like That to help us celebrate because…
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"Bobby J and his band are like a fine wine that just gets better with age. We have been privileged to have them play for the last five years and every year they are somehow even better than the year…
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