UNCLE MO

Uncle Mo is the creative force of Morgan Wood—a New Orleans-based songwriter, guitarist, and producer. The band’s name—Uncle Mo—is a nickname known among New Orleans musicians and locals, reflecting the deep community roots and personal connections that shape the group. The band formed with a core three-piece lineup, including Morgan’s real-life nephews: Jack Janas, a collaborative songwriter, bassist and producer, and Chris Roberts, adding a true family dimension to the project. Featuring a rotating cast of top-tier musicians from across South Louisiana, Uncle Mo delivers a high-energy blend of rock, funk, blues, boogie rock, and country.

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Morgan started his journey as an artist at 14 growing up in Georgia, where he started his first touring band "Tongue n' Groove," and later "Earthparty."  In 2006, Morgan moved to New Orleans. This is where he started touring internationally and also played in New York city, Boston, Vermont, Colorado, California, Texas, Florida, North Carolina, all over the Southeast, up and down the Atlantic coast, and especially Louisiana. In late 2025, Morgan started this solo project, which has evolved into Uncle Mo. This was the obvious choice for the name, because Morgan is a well known performer/songwriter among local musicians and across Louisiana as "Uncle Mo."

 

Morgan has either played directly with or shared stages with the following...

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Trombone Shorty, Glen David Andrews, Amanda Shaw, Col Bruce Hampton, Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk, Little Freddy King, Revert "Peanut" Andrews, Isaac Eady, George Clinton, Dr John, Wet Willy, Willy Nelson, Ray Davies, Pat Travers, Treme Brass Band, Derek St. Holmes, Johnny Winter, Bo Dollis Wild Magnolias, Deville Crawford, Boogie Long ,Tinsley Ellis, Khris Royal, Big Sam, Skoota Warner, Kermit Ruffins, Earthparty, Jerry Jumonville, Chris Leblanc, Chris Roberts, Mike Dussan, Jermal Watson, Caleb Tokarska, Zachery Matchett, Rick richards, Vassor Clements, Bonearama , Efferin Towns, Jason Neville, John William Hoz, Erine Vincent, Count M'Butu, Kenny Brown, Julius McGee, Chris Royal, Many More....

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Morgan is known for his signature, undefeated tone, achieved by playing Gibson guitars through Mesa Boogie tube-powered amplification—crafting the undefeated tone that drives the band’s powerful live and recorded performances.

Uncle Mo has released four independent original albums. Morgan has performed session work for ESPN, which was featured on SportsCenter highlight segments. Morgan has toured internationally and played legendary stages like New Orleans’ Jazzfest, Voodoo Fest, French Quarter Fest, Louisiana Cannabis Festival, The Lincoln Center in New York City, Atlanta Dogwood Festival, Americana Festival, along with several other festivals and tours.

 

Uncle Mo's live shows are high-octane celebrations, filled with unforgettable explosive energy, infectious grooves, and party vibes that turn every venue into a joyous Louisiana-style music fest.

Uncle Mo is currently working on releasing his new album titled: "Keepin' it Real," featuring top-tier Louisiana artists and musicians.