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Eddie LeJeune
3,816 listeners
Eddie LeJeune (August 20, 1951 - January 9, 2001) was an American cajun accordionist. The son of influential Cajun accordionist and songwriter Iry LeJeune, Eddie LeJeune was only five years old when his father was killed in a tragic auto… read moreEddie LeJeune (August 20, 1951 - January 9, 2001) was an American cajun accordionist. The son of influential Cajun accordionist and songwriter Iry LeJeune, Eddie LeJeune was only five years old when his father was killed in a tragic automobile accident. Although most of his knowledge of his fathe… read more -
Rockin' Sidney
7,238 listeners
Rockin' Sidney Simien (9 April 1938–25 February 1998) was an American R&B, Zydeco, and soul musician who began recording in the la… read moreRockin' Sidney Simien (9 April 1938–25 February 1998) was an American R&B, Zydeco, and soul musician who began recording in the late 1950s and continued performing until his death. Biography Rockin' Sidney was a long-time z… read moreRockin' Sidney Simien (9 April 1938–25 February 1998) was an American R&B, Zydeco, and soul musician who began recording in the late 1950s and continued performing until his death. Biography Rockin' Sidney was a long-time zydeco musician who played almost every style of music, from … read more -
Buttermountain Boys
716 listeners
The Buttermountain Boys were a Yorkshire based cajun & cowpunk band in the late 1980s and early 1990s, playing cajun-accordion, and fid… read moreThe Buttermountain Boys were a Yorkshire based cajun & cowpunk band in the late 1980s and early 1990s, playing cajun-accordion, and fiddle. They toured extensively in the UK. View wikiThe Buttermountain Boys were a Yorkshire based cajun & cowpunk band in the late 1980s and early 1990s, playing cajun-accordion, and fiddle. They toured extensively in the UK. View wiki -
Boozoo Chavis
25,385 listeners
Boozoo Chavis (born: Wilson Anthony Chavis) was one of the pioneers of zydeco, the Cajun and blues hybrid originating in southwest Louisian… read moreBoozoo Chavis (born: Wilson Anthony Chavis) was one of the pioneers of zydeco, the Cajun and blues hybrid originating in southwest Louisiana. Although his self-composed 1954 single, "Paper in My Shoes," was the first zydeco hit… read moreBoozoo Chavis (born: Wilson Anthony Chavis) was one of the pioneers of zydeco, the Cajun and blues hybrid originating in southwest Louisiana. Although his self-composed 1954 single, "Paper in My Shoes," was the first zydeco hit, Chavis was distrustful of the music industry and refused t… read more -
Steve Riley & The Mamou Playboys
10,863 listeners
Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys are a Cajun band band from southern Louisiana. The band formed in 1988 and has since recorded 10 albums,… read moreSteve Riley and the Mamou Playboys are a Cajun band band from southern Louisiana. The band formed in 1988 and has since recorded 10 albums, nine of which are on Rounder Records. The bands members include: Steve Riley (accordion), David G… read moreSteve Riley and the Mamou Playboys are a Cajun band band from southern Louisiana. The band formed in 1988 and has since recorded 10 albums, nine of which are on Rounder Records. The bands members include: Steve Riley (accordion), David Greely (fiddle), Sam Broussard (guitar), Brazos Huval (fiddle… read more -
Balfa Toujours
5,994 listeners
Balfa Toujours ("Balfa still and forever") is a cajun band based in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, USA. They take their inspiration fr… read moreBalfa Toujours ("Balfa still and forever") is a cajun band based in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, USA. They take their inspiration from Dewey Balfa and the Balfa Brothers, describing their goal as "to keep the music alive and … read moreBalfa Toujours ("Balfa still and forever") is a cajun band based in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, USA. They take their inspiration from Dewey Balfa and the Balfa Brothers, describing their goal as "to keep the music alive and healthy; we do not try to preserve it as if it were a museum… read more -
Wayne Toups & Zydecajun
2,098 listeners
Wayne Toups http://www.waynetoups.com (born October 2, 1958 in Lafayette, Louisiana) is one of the most commercially successful American Ca… read moreWayne Toups http://www.waynetoups.com (born October 2, 1958 in Lafayette, Louisiana) is one of the most commercially successful American Cajun singers. He is also a songwriter. Wayne Toups was born into a family of rice farmers in Crowle… read moreWayne Toups http://www.waynetoups.com (born October 2, 1958 in Lafayette, Louisiana) is one of the most commercially successful American Cajun singers. He is also a songwriter. Wayne Toups was born into a family of rice farmers in Crowley, Louisiana. He first picked up an accordion when he was 13… read more -
D.L. Menard
5,628 listeners
Doris Leon "D.L." Menard (April 14, 1932 - July 27, 2017) was a notable singer, guitarist, songwriter, performer, and recording … read moreDoris Leon "D.L." Menard (April 14, 1932 - July 27, 2017) was a notable singer, guitarist, songwriter, performer, and recording artist in contemporary Cajun music. He was called the "Cajun Hank Williams." Menard was … read moreDoris Leon "D.L." Menard (April 14, 1932 - July 27, 2017) was a notable singer, guitarist, songwriter, performer, and recording artist in contemporary Cajun music. He was called the "Cajun Hank Williams." Menard was born in Erath, Louisiana, and was the only child of Ophy and… read more -
Wayne Toups
6,198 listeners
Wayne Toups http://www.waynetoups.com (born October 2, 1958 in Lafayette, Louisiana) is one of the most commercially successful American Ca… read moreWayne Toups http://www.waynetoups.com (born October 2, 1958 in Lafayette, Louisiana) is one of the most commercially successful American Cajun singers. He is also a songwriter. Wayne Toups was born into a family of rice farmers in Crowle… read moreWayne Toups http://www.waynetoups.com (born October 2, 1958 in Lafayette, Louisiana) is one of the most commercially successful American Cajun singers. He is also a songwriter. Wayne Toups was born into a family of rice farmers in Crowley, Louisiana. He first picked up an accordion when he was 13… read more