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Music Artists in Lafayette

Music has been the backbone of Acadiana since the area's humble beginnings, with a melting pot of Cajuns, Creoles, European and Native American cultures merging to create a unique sound. The heart of Louisiana's Cajun & Creole Country is primarily known for its Cajun and Zydeco music. Still, it's not uncommon to hear genres spanning folk music, country, rock, rhythm and blues, and swam pop from area dancehalls. While Acadiana is much smaller than other music cities, the area is fertile ground for a significant number of GRAMMY-nominated artists as well as a multitude of concert series and festivals.

Chubby Carrier playing accordion

Chubby Carrier

Chubby’s enthusiasm for his heritage and culture is present in every aspect of his life-both professional and personal.

Roddie Romero

Roddie Romero

Born, raised, and currently residing in Lafayette, LA Roddie Romero lives and breathes South Louisiana culture.

Musician Zachary Richard

Zachary Richard

Activist, environmentalist, poet & singer-songwriter Zachary Richard’s roots are deeply planted in Louisiana.

Inspiration Journal

Lafayette's blog showcasing the food, music, culture and history at the heart of Cajun & Creole Country.

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Gumbo

Gumbo

It’s no oversimplification to say that until my twenties, there was no concept of gumbo in my life other than what my mom made. This is not a pointed literary exaggeration…

Lafayette Weekly

Lafayette Weekly

There’s so much great local music to catch in the first week of October. Cajun and zydeco icon Horace Trahan opens up through story and song this Thursday at the Acadiana…

Getting to Lafayette

The city of Lafayette, LA is located in the center of Lafayette Parish at the intersection of I-10 and I-49 between New Orleans and Houston and only 35 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico.

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