Second Chief "Lil Bo" of the Wild Magnolias. Mario Tama/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Mario Tama/Getty Images A Blog Supreme The Music Of Mardi Gras: History You Can Dance To Jazz24 March 8, 2011 The traditions of Mardi Gras are a huge part of New Orleans' cultural identity. Hear five artists whose music you might find playing on the streets of the Crescent City during Mardi Gras.