The 2017 Celebration band line-up is:
The Bunk Johnson Brass Band (8:00 - 9:30 a.m.)
The Bunk Johnson Brazz Band emerged in the Spring 2010 from the roots of collective improvisation, curiosity, and like minds. All members are natives of New Iberia, Louisiana and include:
Dwalyn Jackson - Bandleader and Trumpeter
Francis Williams - Trumpet
Murray Jackson - Trombone
Andre Colbert - Trombone
Michael Bradley - Saxophone
Jamal Broussard - Sousaphone
Andre Rochelle - Snare Drum (Percussion)
Kevin Bradley - Bass Drum and Cymbal (Percussion)
The Brazz Band performs music from all genres spanning the early 1920’s to present day. This Band blends Traditional Jazz (old school) featuring musicians like Bunk Johnson and Louis Armstrong, as well as playing music that combines the essence of R&B, Soul, Funk, and Mardi Gras to form its unique style. Bunk Johnson Brazz Band is committed to upholding the tradition of brass bands, while incorporating modern music into its performance. The energetic musical conversations draw people from all backgrounds - pop to improv. The Brazz Band is not afraid to enter uncharted territories and take risks for the sake of music. Although new to the scene, all musicians are seasoned through years of experience and performances with other groups. The Bunk Johnson Brazz Band offers a wealth of talent and enjoy performing.
Adam Foret (10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.)
Adam Foret is a local muscian born and raised in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Adam has always enjoyed singing and playing music; however, he did not learn the guitar until about six years ago. He began to play in the Life Teen Band at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral and at Hair Tech Salon in Thibodaux. Adam plays a wide variety of music including Christian, Country and Hip-Hop. His love for music is what keeps him playing and learning.
Jazzmine (12:30 - 2:30 p.m.)
The Jordan Anderson Band (3:00 - 5:00 p.m.)
Anderson met Belanger while both were attending Louisiana State University, and began playing with South Louisiana rock and roll band Dulac Smack. Anderson began writing songs inspired by the infectious culture of the beautiful Bayou Region. After showing the collection of songs to Belanger, the two assembled a group of musically talented family and longtime friends. Thus, The Jordan Anderson Band was formed. The group quickly found traction around LSU and Baton Rouge playing both cover and original shows. Soon after, the group expanded throughout Louisiana. In 2015 alone, they expanded beyond the state with featured performances throughout the Gulf Coast, as well as Colorado. The Jordan Anderson Band sparked from the ashes of many South Louisiana bands and will burn a trail through music scenes for years to come.
Driftwood (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
Driftwood is a cover band that has been around for nearly 40 years. The band remained mostly formed by family members along with a few close friends. Today, Driftwood is comprised of Drummer Larry Barras', three of his kids (Adam Barras, Loretta Dupre, and Hope Daigle), Son-in-law Tyler Daigle, and two friends, part of the family, Austin Duval and Nat Duval. Driftwood plays a wide variety of music that will surely entertain the crowd, and put a smile on everyone's faces.