Our Musical Lineup

To view our 2010 Music Schedule, see our Schedule of Events page.

Here is the lineup of musicians who will perform at the 2010 Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival.




	Pine Leaf Boys www.pineleafboys.com The Pine Leaf Boys have made a name have made a name for themselves by presenting their own brand of traditional Cajun and Creole Music with youthful exuberance. Skilled musicians, preserving the traditional Cajun sound and performing because they love it. 2008 & 2009 Grammy Nominees.
	Feu Follet   www.feufollet.net Formed in 1995, Feufollet were often hailed as the future of Cajun music. They are now the present of Cajun music. Once idolized at an early age for their precocious musicianship and sent all over the world as youthful emblems of Acadiana’s cultural resurgence, the members of Feufollet have, in the meantime, grown into the music as young adults. While Feufollet remains central to the neotraditionalist brush fire they helped ignite as youths, their latest album finds the band coming into its own and pushing the envelope, leading the way once again as Cajun music extends itself into a new century.
	High Performance High Performance’s music has been described as 1960s dance hall music on steroids.  Their song list is music that is rarely heard and played today.  They are the second generation of musicians and while all committed to other bands, High Performance comes together to perform the music they grew up listening to.  Kevin and Mike Dugas, Brazos Huval, Jamey Bearb, Jason Bergeron, Richard Comeaux and Steve Riley are High Performance.
	Briggs Brown & Bayou Cajuns This exciting young high energy band, led by Briggs Brown the 17 year old  Accordionist of the Year nominee by the CFMA.  Briggs has developed a style all of his own in playing traditional Cajun music.  Female Vocalist of the Year nominee, 21 yr. old Megan Brown, accompanies her brothers' band with vocals while playing guitar. They are accompanied by 19 year old Travis Benoit, CFMA Fiddler of the Year 2009, Greg Brown on the bass guitar and Male Vocalist of the Year nominee, Ray Thibodeaux,  vocals and drums.
	Jamie Bergeron & The Kickin Cajuns www.kickincajuns.com Raised in a french speaking, Cajun family, Jamie listened to Cajun music played in the home every Saturday and Sunday while growing up and he heard his Dad play accordion for family gatherings. Music in the hands of Jamie becomes a little bit Country, a little bit Zydeco and a whole lot of Rock-n-Roll.
	Same Ole’ Two Step myspace.com/sameol2step Same Ol 2 step are a high-energy band and can produce old and new zydeco music, fashioned after the Zydeco Force Band. Many of the younger zydeco musicians style of playing are compatible to some of the older bands. When you see these young musicians at work, you will see the best. Lil Wayne will make you dance. He is a young but knowledgeable accordionist and lead vocalist. Wayne is a very versatile musician. He has experience with many of the legendary groups. You have probably seen him on bass, guitar, drums and accordion. He has played with Zydeco Force, Keith Frank, Chris Ardoin, Sean Ardion, Andrea Thierry, Kojack, T-Broussard and many more. On many special occasions you will see Wayne and the band backing Lil Guyland.
	Sheryl Cormier & Cajun Sounds Accordionist and vocalist Sheryl Cormier is one of the first women to break through the sexist restrictions of Louisiana’s Cajun music. In an environment that used to be almost totally dominated by men, Sheryl Cormier was the first Cajun female musician to record playing the accordion.   A former leader of an all-women Cajun band,.
	Jambalaya w/ special guest D.L. Menard The Jambalaya Cajun Band, a group that has been on the scene now for more than two decades, has a very polished sound that is a product of their long association together.   Their performances continue to remain fresh, energized by their obvious enjoyment playing Cajun music together.  ,The "Cajun Hank Williams”,  D.L. Menard’s  musical accomplishments are very much his own. Recording in both French and English, his many original songs are inspired by a love of life and he brings this same enthusiasm to his stage performances, singing with genuine passion and entertaining crowds with his humor.
	Ray Abshire One of Cajun music’s purist accordionists and vocalists. He grew up surrounded by Cajun Music’s pioneer artists. Ray has performed with most of the old masters whose recordings form the texts for students today. Recognized as a master musician. and back at the forefront sharing his knowledge and skills with a new generation.
	Danny Collet & Joel Martin Danny Collet is a Grammy nominated artist who has toured throughout the world and recorded with many Louisiana legends such as Johnny Allen and Willie T. With a love for our music going back many years, Danny Collet is doing his part at keeping our traditions alive and here to stay. Teaming up with Joel Martin, grandson of famous accordion maker Jr Martin, this explosive combo will be sure to get your attention. This band delivers with a mix of accordion and electric guitar, creating a rhythm that will make you move. Reviving old classics as well as creating hot new ones, these guys know how to rock.
	Keith Frank & The Soileau Zydeco Family Band www.keithfrank.com Keith Frank comes from a long line of Creole Musicians.  Under the influence of his father and uncle, Keith’s tremendous talent has allowed him to become one of Zydeco’s top performers.
	Steve Riley & The Mamou Playboys www.mamouplayboys.com With the formation of the Mamou Playboys in 1988, Riley has become a major force in Cajun culture, bringing new vitality to traditional songs while adding new songs and incorporating zydeco, swamp pop and other musical styles. They tour worldwide while retaining strong ties to their roots in Acadiana.
	Geno Delafose & French Rockin Boogie www.genodelafose.net Geno Delafose is symbolic when referencing traditional zydeco.  He has become one of the most versatile musicians in South Louisiana.   Geno has been immersed in the culture since birth and relies on his traditional Creole sensibility for guidance in his music.  Geno is a 2008 Grammy Nominee in Zydeco & Cajun Music.
	Roddie Romero & the Hub City All Stars www.roddieromero.com Born out of the Delta dirt is Roddie Romero & the Hub City All Stars. Rising high off the levee of traditionalism, and into the future of Louisiana Music, Roddy and the Hub City All Stars perform southwest Louisiana music that covers much stylistic ground while still sounding like the same band. 'It's all what we grew up on.  Roddie's passionate vocals, pumping accordian and mastery of the slide guitar leads the funkified groove of his talented band.  Roddie Romero & the Hub City All Stars are sure to pack the dance floor with their unmatched blend of South Louisiana rhythm and soul
	Joe Hall & the Louisiana Cane Cutters MySpace Profile While many younger musicians are intent on combining zydeco with hip hop or rap or some other import from American pop culture, Joe Hall has gone back to the roots of zydeco.  At the age of 5, on the outlying areas of Lafayette in a town called Eunice, Joe would sit on Saturday morning on the front porch and listen to his grandfather Clamont “King” Ned play one step, basbaisse and waltzes on his accordion. By age 16, Joe formed his first band, “Stomp Down Zydeco”. During this period Joe played such places as Richard’s, Hamilton Club, ElSido’s and Slim’s Wi Ki Ki like other greats who came before him. Now living in the rural community of Arnaudville, LA, Joe Hall carries on the musical traditions of his family as traceably far back as his great grandfather, fiddle player Jean Batiste Ned. The tightly woven tapestry of Joe Hall’s heritage is as fascinating as his dynamic accordion playing on stage.
	Huval Family Band Hailing from Breaux Bridge, The Huval Family Band consists of the multi-talented sons and daughters of “Doc” & Irma Huval.  Local and visitors alike enjoy the energy of HFB!  Brazos, Zach, Luke, Jeb & Callen all play with other band and join together with some of their sisters annually at the fest
	Horace Trahan & the New Ossun Express Back in high demand, Horace Trahan and the Ossun Express are on a steady, positive track to fulfill their audiences’ requests ----- keep making great music! The band, which consists of Horace Trahan, Paul “Bird” Edwards, James Prejean, Paul “Slim” Washington, and Shane Bernard have been together since 1999 and are currently working on the release of a highly anticipated album. With hit performances at several local festivals, the band is embracing their ever growing opportunities to make people dance, think, and have a foot stompin good time. So in case you haven’t got your ticket yet, the time has come for you to hop on board the spirit movin music train with Horace Trahan and the Ossun Express!
	Hunter Hayes www.hunterhayes.com Hunter was born in 1991 in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana and began performing Cajun music at the age of three. Considered a prodigy, he is an accomplished diatonic accordion player and at age 17, has become a highly talented musician who plays 12 instruments.
	Nathan Williams & the Zydeco Cha Chas www.zydecochachas.com The music of Nathan and the Zydeco Cha Chas is the expression of a remarkable South Louisiana family. For over twenty years, Nathan and his hard working band have toured the world bringing their unique brand of authentic Zydeco music to fans around the globe. At the same time, they have managed to remain one of the most sought after regional acts back home in Louisiana
	Balfa Toujours balfatoujours.com A traditional Cajun band from Southwest Louisiana whose goal is to carry on in the footsteps of the great Cajun mentors, the Balfa Brothers. Led by Christine Balfa, the daughter of the great Cajun fiddler and ambassador Dewey Balfa, they play the traditional music that has been handed down in the family for generations.  Balfa Toujours is a band at the center of the Cajun tradition. The group feels no need to modernize the music, yet they feel no need to preserve it, as Dewey said, under glass in a museum. Balfa Toujours plays it straight from the heart, as it has been played in their family for hundreds of years. They are proud to continue in the footsteps laid out for them and take the music they cherish to audiences around the world.
	Travis Matte & The Kingpins www.travismatte.com A top Cajun fiddler, Travis decided to take his music in new directions.  He mastered the accordion and put together a band that quickly became the most popular party band in Acadiana.  Travis has been influenced by several genres of music such as Cajun, Zydeco, Swamp Pop, Rock, Country, and Alternative.
	Gerard Delafose & the Zydeco Gators Gerard Delafose, grandson of the late John Delafose and nephew of Geno Delafose, brings Zydeco and Cajun sounds to a younger generation.
	Hunter Courville & Cajun Fever While most high school students are busy playing football, Hunter Courville is also busy playing, --- the accordion that is. First picking up the accordion at the age of 13, this young musician is making a name for himself, having played with Brenda C & the Cajun Jammers as well as Trent Jejune & Double Time. When not riding horses or playing music, Hunter can be found singing in his local church choir at Our Lady of Mercy Church in Henderson. Hunter Courville is sure to have a bright future in store, keeping true to his ancestors roots, which is ever so important to generations to follow.
	Corey Ledet myspace.com/coreyledetandhiszydecoband Corey Ledet has been setting the local Zydeco scene on fire. Corey's music ranges in style from old-time Creole and Zydeco to music done his own way, whether he is playing his single row or piano key accordion.   Originally from Houston, Texas, Corey grew up hearing the records of Clifton Chenier, Rockin' Dopsie, and many other great musicians. By the age of 10, Corey began playing the piano key accordion, and after graduating high school, Corey moved over to south Louisiana.   Corey and his band have become local favorites in dance halls and festivals all over southwest Louisiana and Texas.
	BB 150 Proof Musicians from Breaux Bridge join on stage to celebrate 50 Years of Crawfish!  Gary Usie on accordion, Blaisen LeBlanc on drums, Brazos Huval on fiddle, Kyle Hebert on bass, Danny Collet on electric guitar, Richard Comeaux on steel guitar, Pat Breaux on saxophone and Luke Huval on guitar.
	Nik-L-Beer www.niklbeer.com For the past 30 years, Nik-L-Beer has been one of South Louisiana's favorite party bands. The 8 piece band draws on diverse musical experiences, belting out Golden Oldies, Hard-Driving Zydeco, Swamp Pop, Two-Steppin Cajun and other musical genres
	Howard Noel Jr. & Cajun Boogie Howard Noel Jr and Cajun Boogie have been performing in clubs and at festivals for over 10 years, who’s style of music ranges from Cajun and Zydeco  to Country and Swamp Pop. With family ties to Cajun legend Lawrence Walker, the band is sure to cover traditional Cajun dance music, while also adding their own style to the endless list of tunes they play. Howard Noel & Cajun Boogie can often be found performing at the famous “Rendez-vous des Cadiens” radio and television show in the historic Liberty Theatre of downtown Eunice. Louisiana music is certainly in the soul of this group, and will be for years to come.
	Paul Daigle and Cajun Gold Paul Daigle and Cajun Gold have been providing traditional Cajun music since 1983. The band has released 5 LP’s and 1 CD released to date with a second CD to be released soon. Cajun Gold boasts over 50 original songs that have become staples of Cajun music throughout the years. The band has seen its ups and downs along with changes in talent within, but has always strived to put their all into each performance. Playing many of our local fairs and festivals, this band has also traveled the country from coast to coast, showcasing their many years of combined talent. Any crowd is sure to be pleased when Cajun Gold takes the stage.
	Lil’ Nathan & the Zydeco Big Timers Lil Nathan (Nathan Williams Jr.), who released his first CD at the age of 14, has matured into a highly accomplished musician. Like a lot of Zydeco performers, he grew up playing music, surrounded by a musical family. As the son of Nathan Williams Sr., leader of the Zydeco Cha Chas, as the nephew of Sid Williams and Dennis Paul Williams and great nephew of the late Harry Hypolite, and with connections through his family to many musicians in the Zydeco community, Lil Nathan was born with musical talent and nourished in a musical environment throughout his childhood. He has now moved beyond his Zydeco upbringing to expand his knowledge at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where he is majoring in jazz studies and music media.