Daiquiri Queens

Biography

The Daiquiri Queens are an all-female Cajun music band formed in South Louisiana through close friendships and a shared passion for classic Cajun dance music. Emerging from informal backyard jam sessions, the group debuted publicly at the 2017 South Louisiana Blackpot Festival, quickly gaining recognition for their old-school Cajun sound[1][2]. Their music blends traditional Cajun elements with a fresh, energetic twist delivered by an all-women lineup, appealing to fans of authentic regional dancehall styles[2].

The band's career has centered on live performances at key Louisiana festivals, including Festivals Acadiens et Créoles and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival in 2022, where they were highlighted alongside other Cajun acts like Jambalaya[1][3]. They released their self-titled album in June 2020, featuring tracks such as 'Mes deux beaux-frères,' 'Chère bébe,' and 'Une femme avec un cœur casse,' which showcase their dedication to classic Cajun repertoire[5]. Specializing in genres like Cajun and zydeco, they maintain a niche popularity focused on preserving and revitalizing traditional sounds[context].

While still a relatively new ensemble since 2017, the Daiquiri Queens have established a legacy as a vibrant, female-led force in Cajun music, bringing renewed energy to backyard traditions on festival stages across Louisiana[1][2].

Fun Facts

  • The band originated from casual backyard jam sessions among friends passionate about classic Cajun dance music[2].
  • They are an all-female group, providing a fresh twist on the traditionally male-dominated old-school Cajun scene[2].
  • Their debut performance was at the 2017 South Louisiana Blackpot Festival[1].
  • They performed at the 2022 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, noted for their contrast to other generational Cajun acts[3].

Musical Connections

Discography

Albums

Title Release Date Type
The Daiquiri Queens 2020-06-15 Album
Delta Bound 2022-03-18 Album
Delta Bound 2022-03-18 Album

Top Tracks

  1. Chère bébé (The Daiquiri Queens)
  2. Mes deux beaux-frères (The Daiquiri Queens)
  3. La chanson de mardi gras (Delta Bound)
  4. Plus tu tournes (The Daiquiri Queens)
  5. Une femme avec un coeur cassé (The Daiquiri Queens)
  6. Je t'aime toujours (The Daiquiri Queens)
  7. Moi pour toi (The Daiquiri Queens)
  8. J'ai passé dessous le pommier (The Daiquiri Queens)
  9. Kingpin Special (The Daiquiri Queens)
  10. I'll Always Take Care of You (The Daiquiri Queens)

References

  1. festivalsacadiens.com
  2. theadvertiser.com
  3. artsfuse.org
  4. thedaiquiriqueens.bandcamp.com

Heard on WWOZ

Daiquiri Queens has been played 2 times on WWOZ 90.7 FM, New Orleans' jazz and heritage station.

DateTimeTitleShowSpotify
Dec 14, 202512:39Plus tu tournesfrom Daiquiri QueensCajun and Zydecow/ Charles Laborde or Jim Hobbs
Nov 7, 202500:34J'ai Passe dessous le pommierMidnight Music