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PSYCHO ZYDECO

Cajun and Zydeco music were spawned from the melting pot of cultures that is New Orleans and Louisiana. When French speaking Acadians were exiled from Canada in the 18th century, many settled in Louisiana alongside the local Native American Indians, African slaves and European colonists already living in the region. They became known as Cajuns and their folk music became influenced by the surrounding cultures. Utilising button squeeze-box, fiddle, whistles, triangle and washboard, by the 19th century accordion was introduced as well as Spanish guitar and black Creole influences. Psycho Zydeco add saxophone and drums to this lively musical gumbo, creating a rollicking R&B mix that's guaranteed to keep any dance floor crowded.

Through the years Psycho Zydeco have released several albums, toured internationally, performed at festivals big and small, and generally helped spread the beauty of the zydeco sound. The heady mix of traditional cajun, modern zydeco, blues and funk can conjure the atmosphere of an open air music festival, or a steaming late night jam.
The latest release is their fourth album, Get On Board.

"Psycho Zydeco has recently released one of the finest homegrown roots music albums of the past decade, which is worthy of an ARIA nomination.
Get On Board is a 16-track romp through the world of traditional and contemporary zydeco, interpreted in Psycho's own unique style.
There's a solid collection of originals, some classic covers from artists such as Terrence Simien and Clifton Chenier and some real contemporary grooves along the lines of Chris Ardoin. It's highly recommended and worthy of an ARIA gong in the best roots category." Pedro Manoy Drum Media, Sydney.

PSYCHO ZYDECO
Background

Psycho Zydeco, or the Psychos as their fans affectionately dub them, have established themselves as the country's premier roots act specialising in the high-energy, uplifting style of music known as zydeco. This music was originally born in the swamplands and bayou area of Louisiana's Deep South. Psycho Zydeco have created their own distinctive Australian style. Driving washboard and funky, powerful drums underpin bluesy accordion melodies that weave together music designed for dancing.

Since late 2007 Psycho Zydeco have been performing with new member George Bibicos who has added piano and Hammond organ. This has led to a greater warmth and diversity in the band's sound. George is a gifted musician who has helped create a fresh vibe amongst the group and has been embraced by the fans as a hip new addition to the wild ride that is Psycho Zydeco.

Psycho Zydeco's fast paced blend of bluesy grooves, metal percussion and general craziness propels people out of their seats and onto the dance floor. Washboards, industrial sized Cajun triangles, wailing sax and guitar team up with the pumping squeezebox to create a compelling onstage spectacle.

With performances at every major music festival nation-wide, TV and radio appearances and three tours of the U.K. and Europe, Sydney based Psycho Zydeco are one of the most successful touring 'blues/roots' acts in Australia. All four of the band's recordings, Swamp Box, Sell Your Soul, Zydeco Factory and Get On Board have been favourably received by fans and critics alike.