LBR earn Grammy
If Herman says it, it’s so.
Herman Fuselier reports that the Lost Bayou Ramblers are bringing home the Grammy for “Kalenda” in the Best Regional Roots Album category.
PUBLISHED Jan. 11
Sincere condolences to zydeco musician, C.J. Chenier, who announced the death of his mother, Mildred Bell, Tuesday, January 9. Services are Tuesday, January 16, at Hannah Funeral Home, 3727 Lewis Dr. Port Arthur, Texas. Services start at 11 a.m.
C.J. Chenier
“Thanks to all of you for the love that you have shown myself and my family. God Bless,” C.J. wrote on Facebook.
She came, she saw, she embraced. And now, Andrea Rubinstein, has left Lafayette for Princeton, N.J.
Andrea, a retired museum curator, artist and musician (not retired) spent 15 years in South Louisiana taking in, appreciating and living the Cajun and Creole cultures many take for granted.
Andrea Rubinstein
That said, there’ll be an estate sale Thursday, January 19 & 20; but go to website below for address Jan. 18 (Clarification). Included are: 19th century maps, LP records, 1960’s 45 records, a 1960 Rolling Stone Scrap book, 19th century Victorian wicker sofa, LG washer and gas dryer, small kitchen appliances, including an Air Fryer, hand knotted rugs, lawn equipment, 3 store display racks, custom made furniture lamps, Hand made moulas… you get the idea.
More info: https://www.EstateSales.NET/LA/Lafayette/70503/1761918
As it’s done in these parts, a benefit for Josh Baca, accordionist for Los Texmaniacs, is set for Thursday, January 18, 7 p.m., Atmosphere Bistro, 902 Johnston St.
Baca lost his home to a fire on New Year’s Day. His family made it out of the house in time, but that was about it. On tap will will be the Savoy Family Band & Friends, some Revelers, T’Monde, Sabra & the Get Rights.
Sabra & (some of) the Get Rights
Los Texmaniacs connected with local band, Revelers – among others – a few years back.
“We’re (Revelers) sort of a mash-up of American, Cajun, zydeco, and southwest Louisiana,” said Reveler Chas Justus, a couple of years ago. “And they’re sort of a mash-up of Texas music; San Antonio, Doug Sahm sort of rock and roll meets Chicano and Freddie Fender and stuff like that.
Chas Justus
“So I’ve always thought of that as sort of cousins,” Justus said.
All door money goes to the Baca family. There’ll be a silent auction to raise additional funds. If you’d like to contribute from afar, follow this link: https://www.gofundme.com/kphbf-fire
The South Louisiana Kings of Classic Country showcase, “O Country, Where Art Thou?” is coming to Cowboys, Saturday, January 27.
Courtney Granger
Ken Holloway, Jeff Dugan, Sabra Guzman, Courtney Granger and Dustin Sonnier, all backed by The Wanted, are scheduled to perform.
Advanced tickets are available 337.789.1538.
$15 Général Admission
$25 Vip Seats
$35 Front Row (limited)
$100 VIP Tables (seats 4)
Cowboys, 207 N Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, Scott, is now NON-SMOKING. Clean air for all. Doors open 7 p.m. Show starts 9 p.m.
The Cowsills are recording at Dockside Studio in Maurice.
Cafe Des Amis is gone. Long live Cafe Des Amis. In its place at 140 E. Bridge St., in Breaux Bridge will be Cafe Sydnie Mae, expected to open in a few weeks. With award-winning chef, Bonnie Breaux, at the helm good things are expected in the new restaurant. Read about it here:
http://www.theadvocate.com/acadiana/entertainment_life/article_0f8603e4-dfaf-11e7-803e-1f1d119ed04c.html
A Grammy nom – and more – for Dwayne Dopsie & the Zydeco Hellraisers. Check it out: http://www.theadvocate.com/acadiana/entertainment_life/article_520a556c-e36a-11e7-9eee-673db55df586.html