You might also like:
Joe Hall and the Louisiana Canecutters
Zydeco Band in Arnaudville, LA
T' Monde Cajun Band
Cajun Band in Lafayette, LA
T Broussard & The Zydeco Steppers
Zydeco Band in Jennings, LA
Platinum Players Zydeco / Cajun And Blues Band
Zydeco Band in Houston, TX
Dwayne Dopsie and The Zydeco Hellraisers
Zydeco Band in New Orleans, LA
Why hire Dwayne Dopsie and The Zydeco Hellraisers?
Dwayne Dopsie, Louisiana native, brings to the stage a high energy style of zydeco that is strong & powerful with a relentless beat, reminiscent of old time zydeco music. Backed by a dynamic five piece band, Dwayne Dopsie & his band pump out incredible Zydeco music while adding a bit of rhythm & blues, funk, rock & roll, reggae & pop to their performances. This singer/songwriter & accordionist performs his songs in both English & Creole French. Dwayne was voted "Hottest Accordionist in America," & travels within the US & abroad for any type of performance, including; festivals, private events/parties, weddings, commercial/advertising, workshops and educational programs appropriate for K -12
A guaranteed good time!
I've seen this band every time I've been to New Orleans. Fell in love with them the first time I saw them, was walking in the Quarter and heard Dwayne Dopsie's unmistakable voice the second time, and was thrilled to share them with my cousin and his friend the third time.
The Hellraisers are an incredible mix of zydeco and rock. It doesn't matter if you can't dance the two-step; you'll be out shakin' it before you know it, because you just can't sit still when you hear these guys. Dwayne's voice is rough in all the right spots, and he can really work that accordion.
Whenever I've seen the band, the crowd has been incredibly responsive. I would see this band whenever possible, anywhere and anytime. They are one of my all-time favorites, and a trip to New Orleans isn't complete without getting to see them.
Review by: Beth R.
Event Date: May 7th, 2011
Event: Club/Nightclub in New Orleans, Louisiana
About
%u201CAmerica%u2019s Hottest Accordion%u201D winner, Dwayne (Dopsie) Rubin, plays a unique, high energy style of zydeco. Dwayne hails from one of the most influential Zydeco families in the world. Although inspired by tradition, he has developed his own high energy style that defies existing stereotypes and blazes a refreshingly distinct path for 21st century Zydeco music. This singer/songwriter and accordionist has performed all over the world since debuting his band, Dwayne Dopsie and the Zydeco Hellraisers, at age 19.
Dwayne, born March 3, 1979 in Lafayette, Louisiana, was the last of eight children. Dwayne attributes his musical ablilities to his father, Rockin' Dopise, Sr., a pioneer of Zydeco music. As a small child, Dwayne was interested in the washboard, but quickly realized he had incredible talent with an accordion. He has played the accordion since age seven and states, "This is my calling - Zydeco music is in my blood and it is my heart and soul." As a tribute to his late father, the most influential person in his life, Dwayne plans to record an album of his Dad's greatest Zydeco hits.
Dwayne and his Hellraisers recently recorded a live CD that will be was in September 2011. Currently, they are in the studio recording their 5th album that will be released Winter 2011.
"Dwayne takes the instruments and traditions of zydeco to new levels infusing blues, soul and funk with a driving rub-board rhythm. The Zydeco Hellraisers%u2019 sound is relentless, pulsating and funky, easily appealing to fans of all genres.%u201D %u2013 Toledo City Paper
Personnel
Alex MacDonald: Washboard
Shelton Sonnier: Guitar
Kevin Minor: Drums
Dion Pierre: Bass Guitar
Dwayne Dopsie: Accordion, Band Leader
Cedric Wiley: Saxophone
Influences
Clifton Chenier, Rockin Dopsie, Sr.
What to Expect
Stage/Setup Requirements:
Artist can provide sound equiptment
Additional Notes:
Technical Rider available upon request
Artist will provide sound equiptment
Set/Song/Sequence List:
Below are lists of the band's most requested cover tunes as well as Dwayne Dopsie's 50 original compilations.
_____________________________________________________________________
POPULAR COVER TUNES AVAILABLE BY REQUEST
_____________________________________________________________________
JAMES BROWN
Get Off That Thing
Sex Machine
RAY CHARLES
I Got A Woman
Night Time Is The Right Time
SAM COOKE
Bring it Home To Me
CUPID
The Cupid Shuffle
KOOL AND THE GANG
Let%u2019s Go Dancin%u2019
MARVIN GAYE
Let%u2019s Get It On
Sexual Healing
JIMI HENDRIX
Hey Joe
Voodoo Child
THE ISLEY BROTHERS
Love The One You%u2019re With
MICHEAL JACKSON
Dance and Shout
ROCKIN SIDNEY
Don%u2019t Mess With My Toot Toot
ROLLING STONES
Beast of Burden
Honky Tonk Woman
HANK WILLIAMS
Jambalaya
JACKIE WILSON
Shout
STEVIE WONDER
Reggae Woman
Sign, Sealed, Delivered
_____________________________________________________________________
ORIGINAL COMPILATIONS BY DWAYNE DOPSIE
_____________________________________________________________________
Ay Yai Ma Maw
Back In The Woods
Better Go Get It
Broke My Heart
Come Back Baby
Come Back Home
Come On Down
Corn Fields
Country Girl
Dance and Show Off
Dance With You
Don't Be A Fool
Don't Listen
Everybody Goes To Harry's
Everybody Say
Everyday
Feel So Good
Got My Mind Gone
Hey Hey Maria
Hey Rosalie
How Much Else Can I Lose
I Wish You Was Mine
If You're Down
I'm A Fool
I'm Gonna Walk
I'm So Tired
Let Me Know
Lost The Best Friend I Ever Had
Mom and Pop
My Baby's On The Phone
My Louisiana Beauty
My Name Is Hurricane
On The Phone
One Day
Peace of Mind
Pretty Little Girl
Rock House
Sweet Little Angel Girl
Start All Over Again
Such A Long Time
Take Over
Thinking Of You
Tighten Up Zydeco
Traveling Man
Where'd My Baby Go
You Told Me Baby
You're The Only One I Need
Voodoo Child
Voodoo Woman
Zydeco 2 Step
Browse Other
Zydeco Bands in New Orleans, Louisiana
Event not near New Orleans, Louisiana? When booking a Zydeco Band…Whether you hire Dwayne Dopsie and The Zydeco Hellraisers or other Zydeco Bands in New Orleans for your party, wedding, or event, Gig Salad makes it super-easy to book professional Zydeco Bands.
We strongly recommend that all communication be kept on the Gig Salad Booking Platform as you book your Zydeco Band. When you do, we’re able to offer numerous benefits that we can’t guarantee if you take communication or deposit payment off the Gig Salad platform. Our booking system is easy to use and handles secure deposit payments from you to the New Orleans Zydeco Band of your choice.
Additionally, the quote/agreement sent from your Zydeco Band to you using the Gig Salad platform, should outline performance fees, extras, arrival and departure times, cancellation policy, insurance information and other details.
Sign this Guestbook