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Jeffery
Broussard
Jeffery Broussard was a leading member in Zydeco Force, an influential band at
the forefront of the nouveau zydeco movement. His accordion and vocals defined
this new style of Creole music, incorporating the soulful sounds of R&B into
contemporary zydeco music and dance.
The son of
esteemed accordionist Delton Broussard, young Jeffery began his musical journey
on the drums in his father’s legendary band, the Lawtell Playboys, who were
themselves innovators, adding some R&B and a funkiness to this traditional roots
music. During this time, Jeffery was exposed to some of the great Creole fiddle
players, including the king of the zydeco fiddle, Calvin Carrière.
He has
retained those precious melodies and songs he heard at home, at social
gatherings and on the bandstand. And with the creation of the Creole Cowboys,
and as one of Louisiana’s newest Creole fiddle players, he captures the essence of this
rich musical heritage.
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