Blackcat Zydeco

Fri, Aug 29

Dwight Carrier popularly known as, “The Black Cat” has become one of the most exciting Zydeco Accordionist of this era. He is deeply rooted in the “Carrier” family tradition, where music has always been a passion and implemented into much of their families past time. He embraces both his family tradition as-well as his Cajun Creole Culture. Dwight has always had a unique style that infuses his zydeco, blues, country and R&B influences. In 1988, at the age of 14, Dwight recorded his ‑R&B 45 LP entitled “My Baby Left Me”, earning him local status, playing frequently on the zydeco circuit at trailrides and dance halls in and around the state of Louisiana. After taking an extended absence from music, Dwight was able to work his way back into his music, playing with his uncle Zydeco Legend, Roy Carrier & the Night Rockers. He has also had the privilege of playing with cousin Troy “Dikki Du” Carrier & the Zydeco Krewe, Andre Thierry & Zydeco Magic, Hugh Robertson & Zydematics, Tony Trahan & Blue Krewe just to name a few while still being the front man for the Ro Doggs. Dwight “Black Cat” Carrier and The Ro’Doggs released their debut full length CD titled “It Ain’t My Fault” in early spring of 2009. Dwight is one of the few Zydeco musicians with the ability to travel to a city, pick up a band of local musicians and produce a sound equivalent to that of artist working together for years. The ability to do this, allows him the ­flexibility to perform in places that may otherwise, not be economically feasible and still able to share traditional zydeco along with treating people to a great time. Dwight is a party band leader and his shows have been rated high energy fun. “The Black Cat”, is not the typical zydeco artist as, he draws from a wide variety of influences bringing it all home to the most exciting danceable night you’ll ever experience! When Blackcat's in town everyone party down!