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Gerald Thibodeaux & Cajun Accent are a Cajun band from South Louisiana. The band formed in 2005 and has recorded 1 album,'Cadien Vien Au Village' a compilation of 14 original songs. The album won the (Cajun French Music Association) award for Best 1st CD in 2010. The cut 'La Promesse' was nominated for Song of the Year as well.

The band includes Gerald Thibodeaux (fiddle), Ken Stewart (accordion), Pete Cormier (guitar), Larry Comeaux (drums) and Jody (bass guitar) and formerly Vincent Romero (guitar), Justin Cormier(steel guitar)

History
Gerald Thibodeaux & Cajun Accent started in 2005 when Gerald Thibodeaux, Vincent Romero & Ken Stewart combined their talents. They were soon joined by Larry Comeaux, and Justin Cormier. Eventually Vincent Romero retired from music at age 73 and Justin Cormier became the accordionist for another local band. Vincent was replaced by Pete Cormier who has previously played with Roddie Romero and 'Tit Rouge. The band released their first CD in 2010 with all but one of the fourteen original songs being performed in Cajun French. Their style is upbeat and energetic. The band members list among their influences Aldus Roger, Iry Lejeune, and Robert Bertrand.

Awards
'Cadien Vien Au Village won the Cajun French Music Association's 'Best 1st CD 2010' award in 2010, which featured 14 original compositions The song 'La Promesse' written by accordionist Ken Stewart was also nominated for Song of the Year.

Discography

 * Cadien Vien Au Village (2010)