Les Roger's L'interview
Les Rogers is a unique group of young, talented musicians that has captured a traditional sound to produce a spontaneously good time! They will immediately draw you in with their combination of swing, second-line funk, Creole and French styles.
Their journey began in the streets and cafe’s of Toulouse, France in 2012. The band was formed with the intent of creating a musical project unlike anything else; something that would transcend international boundaries and musical styles.
Their first international experience was in 2013 when they left for New Orleans where they performed in the French Quarter during Mari Gras. They participated in the Prima Donna Marching Club parade and performed at Istanbul Café, a cultural venue run by Chuck Perkins. The enthusiastic welcome, new found friendships and contacts allowed them to see that what they were doing was very special. In December 2013, Les Rogers recorded their first EP, titled ‘Such a good man...!’ mixed by Daniel Dru (Le Bardi Manchot & Forro Pifado) of Alambic Records (France). It was a combination of both studio and live recordings and received great critical acclaim.
In 2015, Les Rogers began an extensive year of travel, performances and recording. They played several festivals in France and once again traveled to New Orleans to perform during the New Orleans Jazz Fest at Bamboula’s, the Ashe' Cultural Arts Center and the 'Candle Light' at Treme. In June of that same year, the band recorded their second album ‘Legs on Fire’ at the Studio Condorcet in Toulouse with music, film and television arranger/producer, Olivier Cussac. November brought the band back to New Orleans for a private wedding where they absolutely blew away the guests.
Les Rogers has continued to tour and write to prepare for their next EP slated for fall 2018. They will be performing multiple parades and venues at Mardi Gras 2018, including the prestigious Rex Parade on Fat Tuesday. From there, the band will continue on a tour sponsored by Magic Hat Brewing, hitting major cities across the southeast region.
Les Rogers is Camille Artichaut (clarinet), Fabien Binard (trombone/arranger), Ugo Shake (drums), Nathanael Renoux (susaphone) and Cyril LaTour (trumpet). Their self-titled EP will be released on the Logica Sonica label and distributed by The Orchard/Sony Music.
Shows
Feb 09, 2018
New Orleans, LA
Prima Donnas Parade
Feb 11, 2018
New Orleans, LA
Bamboula's
Feb 12, 2018
New Orleans, LA
Lindi Parade
Feb 13, 2018
New Orleans, LA
Rex Parade
Mar 02, 2018
Sanford, FL
Buster's Bistro