Jeffrey Broussard & The Creole Cowboys hail from Southwest Louisiana. They have a fresh approach to the Creole dance music traditions they are dedicated to…
Artist Profiles: Jeffrey Broussard & The Creole Cowboys
Tag: Louisiana music
Cajun Accordion Master Belton Richard Dies at 77
Louisiana accordionist and vocalist Belton Richard died on June 21, 2017. He was a well-known Cajun accordionist who recorded various hits. Belton Richard was born…
Dr. John and Henry Butler to Perform at The Town Hall in NYC Tomorrow
Two of the finest performers of New Orleans Music are set to perform together at The Town Hall in New York City tomorrow, June 15,…
Artist Profiles: Dirty Dozen Brass Band
In 1977 the Dirty Dozen Social and Pleasure Club in New Orleans began showcasing a traditional local brass band. It was a joining of two…
Artist Profiles: Courtney Granger
Courtney Granger is a virtuoso fiddler, guitarist and outstanding singer. He was born in Eunice, Louisiana. Granger is Christine Balfa’s cousin and was the youngest…
Artist Profiles: Christine Balfa
Vocalist, guitarist and songwriter Christine Balfa is the daughter of the legendary Cajun fiddler Dewey Balfa. She is also the leader of Balfa Toujours. She…
Artist Profiles: Ray Abshire
Ray Abshire plays traditional Cajun dance music, performing regularly at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and the Festival International in Lafayette, where…
Artist Profiles: Pine Leaf Boys
The Pine Leaf Boys, a remarkable band from southern Louisiana, play traditional Cajun and Creole music with new, unique arrangements. The band features some of…
Artist Profiles: Balfa Toujours
The Balfa name brings up memories of the renowned Balfa Brothers, who took their Louisiana roots music from the prairies of Mamou to the far…
Zydeco Master Stanley ‘Buckwheat’ Dural Dies at 68
Stanley “Buckwheat” Dural passed away on September 24 at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center in Lafayette, Louisiana. He was 68 years old. Stanley…