Earlier today, President Obama spoke on the phone with FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, Dr. Rick Knabb, Director of the National Hurricane Center, and John Brennan, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism about the ongoing preparations.

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The collection, which was almost lost in Hurricane Katrina, includes great recordings by many New Orleans musicians, including Deacon John, Beau Jocque, and the late James Booker.

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"Life is a near-death experience, " Dr. John sings in "You Might Be Surprised, " and he's clearly addressing Hurricane Katrina's devastating effect on his beloved New Orleans.

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