"The music we make is, and always has been, very different from what others see as “main stream”. Our language is different. We do what we want to do and sing about it. Outside of our area, people appreciate that and feel the sincerity of it. We want to be happy and want others to be happy too. It’s all about having a good time."

Corey Ledet: Zydeco Party On The Bayou…

"What I miss most about music nowadays is the lack of live instrumentation. I really enjoy live band or human played parts vs. samples. The human interaction and note play are irreplaceable for me as far how I like to experience music."

Sean Ardoin: Kreole Rock and Soul

You ever wondered what happens backstage at a…

"Everyone experiences the blues every day. The way we deal with the blues can make us deeper, stronger people or weaker, victims of life’s hardships."

Steve Riley: Bienvenue en Louisiane 

Steve Riley, of…

"Never give up on your dream!  No matter how bad it looks always keep your faith."

Dwayne Dopsie: Zydeco Hellraiser

America’s Hottest Accordion winner, Dwayne (Dopsie) Rubin, plays a unique, high energy…

"People make music (or any art for that matter) to express themselves: their joy, their suffering, their love and their loss of love."

Zachary Richard: J’Aime La Vie

Cultural activist,…

"Keep it simple. Learn the basic language of music (or anything) and then find the most natural way to express yourself."

Pete Contino: Mix Music Gumbo

Contino's mixture of…

Sarah Savoy: Cajun, ça fait de la musique la vie

Sarah Savoy & the Francadians is a group of dedicated musicians based in Paris, France, led by Louisiana-born and –raised Sarah Savoy. Brought up by two of the most influential names in Cajun music, Marc and Ann Savoy, Sarah fronts this band of French musicians…