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Since there aren't many female zydeco singers, the very existence of Rosie Ledet is noteworthy. Fortunately, her debut album, Sweet Brown Sugar, shows that there's a reason to be interested in her outside of sheer novelty. Ledet proves herself to be a strong songwriter and an energetic accordionist on Sweet Brown Sugar. Her voice may be a little too restrained for some tastes, but she makes up for that with her propulsive, infectious instrumental work. Her songs suggest that she could develop into a distinctive lyrical voice in her own right. All in all, it's a fine debut. ~ Thom Owens
Personnel: Rosie Ledet (vocals, accordion); Kent Pierre August (guitar); Pat Breaux (saxophone); Eddie Bodin (keyboards); Corey Ledet (drums).
Rosie Ledet Sweet Brown Sugar Songs | 1. | Sweet Brown Sugar |
| 2. | Hey Baby, Baby |
| 3. | Should've Been Mine |
| 4. | You're No Good for Me |
| 5. | Ever Love a Woman |
| 6. | Wear It Out |
| 7. | Swing That Thing |
| 8. | When I'm Gone |
| 9. | Easy Come, Easy Go |
| 10. | Shame on You |
| 11. | Don't Tell Me, You Love Me |
| 12. | I Waited for You |
| 13. | We Call It Zydeco |
| 14. | Mardi Gras, The |
| 15. | Mo Beer |
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