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Corey Arceneaux & the Zydeco Fusion band

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Rooted in the past. Driven by the future. Zydeco Fusion brings the Arceneaux family to the 5th generation of Louisiana Creole music legacy.

Corey Arceneaux – Accordion, Organ, Vocals, Global Radio Personality, Composer, Songwriter   Corey Arceneaux Jr. – Producer, Tyler Arceneaux – Drums, Scrubboard, Background Vocals   Desmond Joseph – Bass Guitar, Lead Guitar, Background Vocals   Not pictured: Erica Fox – Vocalist   Joseph "Cookie" Chavis – Lead Guitar    Cecil Green – Keyboard  

 

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Corey Arceneaux & the Zydeco Fusion band

Corey Arceneaux (International Creole Zydeco Ambassador)

Accordion, Organ, Vocals, Global Radio Personality, Composer, Songwriter

 

Zydeco legend Corey Arceneaux is "Accordion Man". While many accordion players exist, few can convey emotions through the piano accordion like Corey. His unique and versatile style defies categorization. Hailing from Carencro, Louisiana, Corey began his zydeco journey at the age of 11 in 1986, marking 40 years of music and passion. Guided by his parents, Paul and the late Debra (Melancon) Arceneaux, who nurtured his passion. In 1986, Santa fulfilled his dream with a $100 red bandmaster accordion from the Sears catalog. He briefly trained under Clayton Sampay and spent Saturdays practicing music with his cousin Shane Bernard on the family farm in Ossun, Louisiana. Corey formed his first band while still in elementary school. For over 36 years, he has led Corey Arceneaux and the Zydeco Hot Peppers, performing widely and holding membership in the Recording Academy. With a musical heritage spanning over 90 years to his great-grandfather Ferdinand Arceneaux, a Creole born accordionist Born in 1892, Corey proudly upholds the legacy of one of zydeco's first families, following in the footsteps of his great-uncle Fernest Arceneaux, named the "New Prince of the Accordion" for his virtuosic playing. Fernest, a key figure in shaping zydeco, inspired Corey, who toured with him before founding his own band in late 1991. Today, Corey shares zydeco with audiences worldwide, blending R&B, blues, and country with traditional zydeco to reflect his heritage. Influenced by legends like Clifton Chenier, Buckwheat Zydeco, and his great uncles Fernest Arceneaux and Rodney Bernard, Corey also benefited from mentorship by Buckwheat. With the Zydeco Hot Peppers, he captivates audiences internationally and domestically with energetic performances. Additionally, Corey is an award-winning commercial radio personality, promoting zydeco, southern soul, and Creole culture for 34 years, deeply rooted in his African American Creole heritage.  Corey has passed his musical legacy to his sons and was recently nominated by Creole Inc. for the 2024/2025 "Ambassador of Zydeco Award" and "Top Hit Single" for his song Gumbo. 

Desmond Joseph

Bass Guitar, Lead Guitar, Background Vocals

Desmond, Corey’s eldest son, is a gifted bassist, guitarist, songwriter, and accordionist, born in Lewisburg Louisiana and raised in Scott, Louisiana. He started his musical path at age four, playing the scrubboard with the Zydeco Hot Peppers. Initially working as a backup scrubboard player at weekly restaurant gigs, his direction shifted when Russell Benoit, the band's bassist, gave him a bass guitar. Self-taught, Desmond improved his technique practicing with the 2000 Zydeco Hot Peppers album “Tell Me Why,” which features renowned bassist Chuck Bush. When Russell Benoit had a heart attack in 2008 and could no longer perform, Desmond auditioned for his father and demonstrated his skill. As a self-taught prodigy, he became one of zydeco’s leading bassists. Since joining the band in June 2000, Desmond has recorded multiple projects with the Zydeco Hot Peppers, played bass on "Breathe" from Chris Ardoin's "Zydeco Fever," released tracks under D. Cole and Nu'Gen Zydeco, and collaborated with artists like Chris Ardoin, Rusty Metoyer, Andre Thierry, Leon Chavis, Sean Ardoin, and Curley Taylor. He was nominated by Creole Inc. for the 2024/2025 Newcomer/Best New Artist Award for his single "Tender Love" at their 2025 ceremony.

Tyler Arceneaux

Drummer, Scrubboard, Background Vocals

Meet the talented drummer and scrubboard player from Scott, Louisiana. As the youngest son of Corey Arceneaux and a fifth-generation Creole musician, Tyler has been immersed in the vibrant world of zydeco music since birth—truly “Zydeco from the Womb.” His love for drums began at age two, and the movie “Drumline” fueled his passion even further. From 2000 to 2012, he studied the drummers of the Zydeco Hot Peppers, often standing beside them with his little scrubboard. Mentored by Johnnie Batiste, Shane Bernard, and Oreun Joubert Jr., Tyler gained hands-on experience by setting up a second drum set alongside Oreun during gigs. He officially became the Zydeco Hot Peppers’ permanent drummer from 2012 to 2022, performing at restaurant gigs, festivals, and U.S. tours. A powerhouse on the scrubboard, Tyler’s unmatched skills have been on display since joining the band in 2005. He has contributed to recordings, composed music, and served as an assistant producer on several studio projects. His dedication and passion for zydeco shine in every performance, and he’s shared the stage with zydeco artist like Chris Ardoin, Jeffery Broussard, Lil Nate, CJ Vedell, and Curley Taylor.

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