Members Howie22 Posted February 7, 2012 Members Posted February 7, 2012 I'm playing a Mardi Gras party later this month. Now, I don't need to turn myself into a zydeco act or anything, but a few cajun-type songs would be cool. I already play Jambalaya. I've done Adalida in the past, and can work it back up. I may work up a version of Buffett's I Will Play For Gumbo. What are some others?
Members leftyjay Posted February 7, 2012 Members Posted February 7, 2012 mardi gras always want.... when the saints go marching inbill bailey they also want their cajun, but these bourbon street tunes are a must
Members dboomer Posted February 7, 2012 Members Posted February 7, 2012 How about some New Orleans "Street Beat" numbers like "Fiyo on the Bayou" & "Hey Pocky Way"
Moderators daddymack Posted February 7, 2012 Moderators Posted February 7, 2012 How about some New Orleans "Street Beat" numbers like "Fiyo on the Bayou" & "Hey Pocky Way" the Neville Brothers and The Meters! Audubon Zoo, Cissy Strut, too...toss in 'Amos Mose'...'Louisiana Man'...some Doug Kershaw, Dr. John and Marcia Ball...maybe a couple of Prof. Longhair tunes...... (I'm part Cajun...aka a 'Coon Ass')
Members Howie22 Posted February 8, 2012 Author Members Posted February 8, 2012 Probably should have clarified more. I'm not playing at or anywhere near Mardi Gras. Rather, I'm simply playing a Mardi Gras themed party. These people know nothing of the real traditions or culture, it's just an excuse to have a party and wear beads. So, I think anything too authentic would probably be lost on this crowd. Rather, I'll need popular songs with a cajun flair. Oh, also, easy songs! I'm just a strummer and singer. I'll check out the suggestions so far.
Members dboomer Posted February 8, 2012 Members Posted February 8, 2012 I just don't think of Mardi Gras in New Orleans as cajun. I do realize it is celebrated in other places than the Big Easy. Watch a couple episodes of Treme
Members Terry Allan Hall Posted February 8, 2012 Members Posted February 8, 2012 These 3 are MANDATORY for a successful Mardi Gras gig... Iko Iko - http://cherynsprodinc.com/Dr John - Iko Iko.mp3 Take Me To The Mardi Gras - http://coldsplinters.com/audio/12-take-me-to-the-mardi-gras-acoustic-demo.mp3 Walking To New Orleans - http://www.carnivalsaloon.com/audio/17_-_walking_to_new_orleans_(2002_digital_remaster).mp3
Members pogo97 Posted February 8, 2012 Members Posted February 8, 2012 So, I think anything too authentic would probably be lost on this crowd. Rather, I'll need popular songs with a cajun flair.... Well, if you're after inauthentic and easy, try "Down At the Twist and Shout" by Mary Chapin Carpenter. Rockin' rockin' tune.or"You Never Can Tell" by Chuck Berry or Emmylou Harris.
Members summit111 Posted February 9, 2012 Members Posted February 9, 2012 My Brother"How about some New Orleans "Street Beat" numbers like "Fiyo on the Bayou" & "Hey Pocky Way" Repeat after me, "Do not play Cajun Music at a Mardi Gras themed party!" Play some N'Awlins music. Neville Bros. Funky Meters, Rebirth Brass Band, Professor Longhair, Fats Domino. Yeah, watch "Treme" for some ideas.
Moderators daddymack Posted February 9, 2012 Moderators Posted February 9, 2012 And don't forget Fats Domino, Louis Armstrong and some Harry Connick, Jr. too!
Members summit111 Posted February 10, 2012 Members Posted February 10, 2012 And don't forget Fats Domino, Louis Armstrong and some Harry Connick, Jr. too!/QUOTE] Harry Connick, Jr.? Well, let's not get carried away now! Maybe his dad, but not him! LOL
Members eyesore Posted February 10, 2012 Members Posted February 10, 2012 um;its not a fast tune ,but louis armstrongs"do you know what it means to miss new orleans".some people like that when i play it.again;a slow tune. "city of new orleans"?
Members YosefTux Posted February 10, 2012 Members Posted February 10, 2012 That was your Mother - Paul SimonTake me to the Mardi Gras - Paul Simon's arrangementIf it's you alone, any version of Iko Iko you can work up. If you can swing it, Neville Bros Iko Iko/Brother John.And when they want everyone to leave, walk em out with Nearer My God To Thee
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