Miss Lavelle's Birthday Bash Tickets

Miss Lavelle, born Lillia Lavell White on July 3, 1929 in Amite City, Louisiana, is a seminal figure in blues and soul blues. Known professionally as Miss Lavelle, Miss Lavelle's Birthday Bash celebrates a prolific career spanning from Duke/Peacock singles in the late 1950s through a string of acclaimed later recordings. Her warmth on stage matches a powerful voice rooted in Texas blues traditions, and she remains a respected name in the Austin and Houston blues scenes. This artist page highlights her life, discography, and upcoming appearances, including the special Birthday Bash event in Austin as part of Antone’s 50th anniversary celebrations.

From co-writing Bobby Bland's "Lead Me On" (credited to Deadric Malone) to earning a place in the Texas Music Hall of Fame (2006) and being named Houston’s Blues Artist of the Year in the mid-1990s, Miss Lavelle's influence runs deep. Her albums—Into the Mystic (2003, Antone's), It Haven't Been Easy (1997, Texas Music Group), and Miss Lavelle (1994, Antone's)—showcase a voice that moves from electric blues to soulful ballads. While public social channels are not widely publicized, Miss Lavelle maintains active streaming profiles on platforms like Apple Music and iHeart, making her music accessible to fans worldwide. Stay tuned for live performances, exclusive tributes, and the Birthday Bash at Antone’s Nightclub in Austin on July 3, 2025, a highlight of Antone’s milestone year.