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Keith Frank and the Soileau Zydeco Band’s Ready or Not, Wayne Toups and Zydecajun’s Little Wooden Box and Li’l Band o’ Gold’s Li’l Band o’ Gold

Posted on 23rd May 2000 by Gary Whitehouse

These three rocking, accordion-driven releases from Shanachie draw on all three of the popular musical styles born in Southwestern Louisiana: Zydeco, Cajun and swamp pop. Together, they give a lively snapshot of the state of this artistically fecund region’s music. … Continue reading →

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Shane K. Bernard’s Swamp Pop: Cajun and Creole Rhythm and Blues

Posted on 23rd May 2000 by Gary Whitehouse

I didn’t think I knew what swamp pop was. Chances are you aren’t familiar with the term either. But if you are a member of the Baby Boom generation as I am, or if you’ve ever listened to “oldies” radio, … Continue reading →

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