Biography
For more information contact Ashley Moyer with Rounder Records: amoyer@rounder.com
Beau Jocque was born Andrus Espre. He was also known to write poetry, and preach about respecting nature. He spent nine years in the Air Force, then came home to work as an electrician and welder. After a work-related accident, which left him bedridden for a time, he began playing accordion. Soon after, he put a band together, including his wife, Shelly on rubboard. By 1989, just two years after his accident, Espree was one of the biggest draws on the Louisiana zydeco circuit.
Andrus grew up speaking Louisiana French and spoke it fluently. A large man (6'6" and 270 pounds) he took the stage name "Beau Jocque," which is Louisiana Creole for "Big Guy." After only a few years, he had revolutionized the zydeco scene, adding funk and rock elements with his band, the Hi-Rollers. For more information feel free to contact Rounder Records: amoyer@rounder.com
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Members:
Beau Jocque & The Zydeco Hi-Rollers
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Sounds Like:
Zydeco, Cajun, North American Traditions
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AirPlay Direct Member Since:
05/22/17
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Profile Last Updated:
08/23/23 21:47:01