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Cajuns Denbo

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Cajuns Denbo began singing in English and French but, as things progressed and original material was written, Welsh began to take prominence. This was so successful that traditional Cajun songs already in the repertoire were soon being played with lyrics translated into Welsh. Cajun and Welsh form a very happy marriage, bringing together the traditions of two bilingual cultures which have many similarities. The instrumental line-up comprises fiddle, accordion and guitar, backed by bass, and drums/triangle. Vocals are mainly in Welsh, with some English and French. The band members are all veterans of the roots music scene and have often been recruited to play either as a unit or as individuals to back touring Louisiana musicians such as bluesmen Lazy Lester and Phil Guy, Cajun acts Sheryl Cormier and Balfa Toujours and, Mr. 'Toot Toot' himself, Zydeco star Rockin' Sidney. Members of the band also work with Bayou Seco on their UK tours.