Kevin Naquin and the Ossun Playboys is one of the hottest, Cajun bands ever to come out of the swamps. The band consists of some of the youngest, most talented musicians from South Louisiana and whose fire and drive keep the dance floor packed and the band popular. Occasionally, they are joined by Veteran Cajun musicians eager to play with such a young band whose talent and sound defy their years. Currently, Kevin Naquin along with his Ossun Playboys are on a mission to bring their blend of Cajun, dance-hall groove to the world.

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Kevin Naquin - (Accordion/Vocals)

Kevin Naquin is South Louisiana's newest son, whose musical role continues a renown legacy of great accordionists and band leaders. He is from Acadiana, a region in Southwest Louisiana where Cajun music and culture thrive. Throughout Louisiana history this area is fertile, giving birth to hundreds of Cajun musicians who live and work in it's cultural tradition. Few bear the gift of greatness enabling them to be musical ambassadors carrying their unique heritage to the world. Kevin Naquin is one of those few. MY SPACE WEBSITE

Dwayne Lavergne - (Drums)

Dwayne is from Carencro, Louisiana. He is the drummer for the Ossun Playboys. Dwayne's father, Ray Lavergne, is in the Cajun music hall of fame and has played and recorded with many musicians. Dwayne started playing the drums when he was 12 years old and has been with the Ossun Playboys since December 1998.

Louis Dronet - (Fiddle)

Louis has been playing the fiddle since the age of 14. He became interested in the fiddle when his father started taking fiddle lessons with Ron Sonnier. Louis went along with his father and learned how to play. After only three months of lessons with Ron, Louis was playing at different jam sessions with other musicians. Later he took a few lessons with Tony Thibodeaux and Travis Matte. Member of the Ossun Playboys since April of 1999.

2004 CFMA Fiddler of the year
Nominated Fiddler of the year in 2000 & 2002
Cajun French Music Association
1998 CFMA-Lafayette Chapter New Dawn Award

Tommy Bodin - (Bass Guitar)

Originally from Abbeville, LA, now residing in Scott, LA. Tommy played Rock, Country, and Cajun music at an early age. Over the years he has performed with locals such as, Kip Sonnier, Hadley Castile, and The Basin Brothers. Tommy has been with the Ossun Playboys since May of 2006.With his musical experience over the years, his style of bass playing and vocals makes a great fit for the Ossun Playboys.

Patt Stebbins - (Guitar)

Patt Stebbins is from Welsh, LA. Has played with numerous bands in Louisiana. He joins the band and brings his experience to the Ossun Playboys.

Ashley Hayes- (Guitar)

ASHLEY IS BACK ! Ashley is from Henderson , LA. She is no stranger to the band! She has performed, toured, and recorded with the Ossun Playboys for several years. She has also received honors on the CD "Bayou Groove" winning CFMA (Best Female Vocalist) in 2003. She brings a solid rhythm to the band that helps lay down the Ossun Playboys groove that dancers from around the world love.

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