John Delafose Albums (6)
'Zydeco Excitement!'
Release Date 11/15/1995
Tracks 10
Label Maison de Soul
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'Joe Pete Got Two Women'
Release Date 12/1/1993
Tracks 22
Label Arhoolie
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What The Critics Say
Delafose's best contains his popular saga of Joe Pete. Zydeco fundamentalism from this singer/accordionist, who's so down-home, his music clearly echoes African hypnotic grooves. ~ Jeff Hannusch & Mark A. Humphrey, All Music Guide
'Heartaches & Hot Steps'
Release Date 8/15/1993
Tracks 14
Label Maison de Soul
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What The Critics Say
Explosive arrangements, powerhouse vocals and accordion playing, and good band support make this a first-rate contemporary zydeco date. ~ Ron Wynn, All Music Guide
'Pere Et Garcon Zydeco'
Release Date 1/1/1991
Tracks 14
Label Rounder
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What The Critics Say
While zydeco and Cajun-influenced hybrids have been the norm in many circles during the '80s and '90s, John Delafose and the Eunice Playboys have remained true to the classic style. The session for Pere et Garcon Zydeco featured predominantly hardcore material, emphasizing the 2-steps, waltzes, and French lyrics at the heart of zydeco/Cajun. Delafose and his son Geno alternated lead vocals and accordion support, each singing and playing with vigor, conviction and authenticity. Meanwhile, the band backed them with equal electricity, and while such tunes as "Watch That Dog," "Morning Train" and "Go Back Where You Been" were lyrical departures, they were as fully in the zydeco framework as "Mon Coeur Fait Mal" or "Grand Mamou." ~ Ron Wynn, All Music Guide
