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RHYTHMS
OF THE
REGION
Our rhythms are the pulse of
our people
CAJUN ZYDECO
Zydeco began as a blend of Louisiana
French accordion music and Afro-
Caribbean beats. A mixture of Creole,
Cajun, gospel, and the blues, it
has evolved with other influences.
Instruments include accordions and
washboards, guitars and drums creating
a sound that moves your feet as much
as your spirit.
SWAMP POP
Swamp pop is identified by its layers
of instrumental features. Honky-tonk
pianos, heavy bass lines, blaring horns
sections are all stacked atop smooth
R&B backbeats. The beginnings of this
sound can be traced back to the 50’s
and early 60’s, but it wasn’t until English
musician Bill Millar coined the term
“swamp pop” in the 70’s that listeners
associated this sound with our region.
Weekly dances are held at Boutte Bingo
Hall on Saturday/Sunday nights.
GOSPEL / SOUL
Experience a musical journey through
African American history at Historic
Riverland’s Soul River Music Tour.
Travel through time from the call and
response of the enslaved to modern
day music. Enjoy the gospel tent at the
annual Andouille Festival in October.