Artists

 

Andre Thierry & Zydeco Magic

Andre Thierry & Zydeco Magic will capture your attention and serve up an unparalleled musical experience that captivates your soul. If you like to dance, Andre will have you moving your feet all night long. As the late great Clifton Chenier once said about Zydeco, “if you dance, your aches and pains will disappear.” Andre is a virtuoso on all the accordion types, single row, double row, triple row and piano key. He effortlessly moves across types to deliver an energetic two-step, traditional Creole waltz, hard-driving blues or a blend that is his own sound.

 

Corey Ledet & his Zydeco Band

Corey Ledet is one of the new artists burning up the tour scene. On songs like "Pinetop's Boogie Woogie," piano accordion players like Chenier or Ledet can produce a rich, complex flow of swiftly moving notes that when punctuated with the raw percussive sound of the rubboard will get both your body and mind resonating.

 

Skiffle Minstrels

With their energetic blend of Hillbilly, Rockabilly, and Honky-Tonk, the Skiffle Minstrels have become Western New York favorites—and winners of four consecutive ArtVoice Best of Buffalo Awards. At every show, the band tears through classics by Hank Williams Sr., Johnny Cash, Buck Owens, Bill Monroe, Louis Jordan, and more - but don't be surprised if you also hear a Zydeco number, or even a little Kurt Weil. The Skiffles, who often adopt on-stage personas like "Skeet Willie" and "Pinky Rez," are also known for their crowd-pleasing banter and audience interaction—what the Buffalo News calls "heckle-licious."

 

 

Magnolia Cajun Band

Since 1989, Magnolia has been New England's hometown Cajun band.
Learning their music form Louisiana's finest, has earned them a solid reputation at home and recognition in the Cajun heartland. Their dance lessons and music have helped build a strong sense of community at festivals and fais-do-dos all over Northeast.

 

Li'l Freddie King

Simply put, Little Freddie King is the living embodiment of the Crescent City blues scene. He doesn't just sing about the blues; he lives them too. And he delivers them with a style and swagger that's New Orleans through and through. His hard-time tales, happy-go-lucky romps and roadhouse stomps completely capture the essence of the Big Easy. An unsung, urban blues legend, King has the distinction of being one of the few remaining musicians still playing today who played at the very first New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. From the moment he begins strutting across the stage, you won't be able to help but follow his lead.

 

CJ Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band

C.J. Chenier, son of the 'King of Zydeco' Clifton Chenier, joined his father's Red-Hot Louisiana Band playing saxophone at the age of 21. After Clifton's death in 1987, C.J. picked up the accordion and took charge of his father's ministry - to spread the word of Zydeco music to the world. Since then, Chenier has pushed the genre to new heights with his virtuosity. The Boston Globe has called him "the crown prince of zydeco," and Living Blues magazine hails him as "the best living zydeco singer and accordionist."

 

Al Berard's Cajun Combo

The heart and soul of Cajun Music, played string-style, featuring twin mandolins, twin fiddles and authentic French vocals. featuring Grammy  Nominee and CFMA fiddler of the year, Al Berard,  along with Mark Trichka, and Lisa Brande.