A big, brassy and wonderful updating of the classic zydeco sound, “Madeline” by the U.S.’s Jeffrey Broussard and the Nighttime Syndicate is an irresistible jam…
Enticing Zydeco by Jeffrey Broussard and the Nighttime Syndicate
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Festival International de Louisiane Reveals 2023 Schedule
The 2023 schedule for the Festival International de Louisiane has been officially released, featuring an array of exciting acts from various countries and regions around…
Ethnomusicology Documentary Available: Musicians in America during the Covid-19 Pandemic
The Society for Ethnomusicology (SEM) has announced the launch of a new website: Musicians in America during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Thanks to the award of…
Celebrated Zydeco Artist Corey Ledet to Release His 14th Album
Zydeco musician Corey Ledet is set release his 14th album, the self-titled Corey Ledet Zydeco (Nouveau Electric Records) on January 15, 2021. Corey Ledet Zydeco…
Smithsonian Folkways and the Arhoolie Foundation to celebrate 60th Anniversary Arhoolie Records
This December, Smithsonian Folkways and the Arhoolie Foundation will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the influential Arhoolie Records and the 25th anniversary of the Arhoolie…
C.J. Chenier House Concert with a short set of Zydeco and Blues
C.J. Chenier has released a mini house concert video straight from his backyard with a short set of zydeco and blues. Behind him are some…
Festival International de Louisiane Reveals 2020 Lineup
Festival International de Louisiane has unveiled its 2020 performance lineup. The eclectic program includes Palestinian-Jordanian group 47 SOUL; French swamp-blues trio, Delgres; Acadian group Radio…
Sean Ardoin’s Louisiana Creole Music Innovation and Passion
Sean Ardoin – Kreole Rock and Soul (Louisiana Red Hot Records/Zydekool Records, 2018) Although accordion virtuoso and vocalist Sean Ardoin comes from a well-known Creole…
Artist Profiles: Terrance Simien
Terrance Simien has one of the best voices in Zydeco and an outstanding live performer. He showers his audiences with handfuls of authentic Mardi Gras…
Artist Profiles: Jeffrey Broussard & The Creole Cowboys
Jeffrey Broussard & The Creole Cowboys hail from Southwest Louisiana. They have a fresh approach to the Creole dance music traditions they are dedicated to…