Walter “Wolfman” Washington to Celebrate His 75th at Tipitina’s

Walter "Wolfman" Washington has confirmed the details for his official 75th birthday concert. The veteran guitarist will headline a special hometown show at New Orleans' famed Tipitina's on Saturday, December 1. Irma Thomas will appear as a featured musician and Little Freddie King will supply support duties. Additional guests are expected. Washington released a new record My Future Is My Past, which was produced by Ben Ellman of Galactic, in April. The LP captures the guitarist in a more stripped-down setting. Washington's actual birthday is December 21; he will play with Joe Krown Trio at The Maple Leaf this Sunday. He will also appear at New Orleans' Ogden Museum on December 20 and The Maple Leaf Bar on December 22.