The Vermillionaires

01/31/2025

We are almost ready for your guys!!! We start at 9pm!!

01/30/2025

We can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow night!!!

$12 presale, $15 at the door

We are going to dance all night on Friday when The Vermillionaires hit the stage at 9p. All your favorite dance hits, all night long!

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01/21/2025

Hope you guys are staying warm during Snowmageddon 2025!!! Here is some fire to keep you warm...

01/19/2025

Its gonna be a cold week! Stay warm and enjoy the latest edition of Vermillionaires BIO's!!

Paul Piazza, born and raised in Abbeville, LA and affectionally known on stage as “Uncle Buck”, has been singing since he could talk and operate a stereo. Elvis Presley and Fats Domino were his earliest influences and but gradually worked his way through the musical decades that was his parents’ music collection. At the age of 12, Paul knew he wanted to be a musician after seeing the movie Eddie and The Cruisers 2. By 15, he had picked up the guitar and eventually the harmonica at 22 after being heavily influenced by Blues Traveler, the Blues Brother’s movies, and other blues artists like Clapton and Butterfield. Paul has been a part of many local bands such as the Beau Young Trio, the Right Lane Bandits, and Quale Manifold. In 2006, he was also the lead vocalist for a band called Gabby Hayz, who released a full-length original material album the same year. He has also his harmonica playing showcased on local artists albums such as Beau Young, Bret Vidrine, and Dustin Gaspard.
For 5 years, Paul was part of the house band at the House of Blues and the Filmore in New Orleans for 5 years, and over the years has shared the stage with Blues legends like Henry Gray, shared a table with Bobby Charles, and played with artists like Andy Frasco and Biz Markie. You may have also caught Paul on stage at JazzFest and Buddy Guy’s Legends in Chicago!
Although Paul has been performing professionally since 1998, he has been a full-time musician since 2017 and joined the Vermillionaires in 2019. Before going full time, Paul also dabbled in Retail, Loss Prevention, and has been an Emcee, Actor, and stagehand. The influences on Paul’s musical style are large and eclectic, including artists such as The Beatles, The Yardbirds, MB20, Soundgarden, Teddy Swims, Vulfpeck, and Silk Sonic. When not playing music, He enjoys gaming, reading, movies, putting on costumes, attending cons or any open jam he can find. One highlight is meeting his biggest influences, John Popper of Blues Traveler, and of all places to meet, at the House of Blues in New Orleans!

Fun Fact: Paul was once known in his hometown as "The Singing Santa," where he would play for Abbeville's Annual Downtown Christmas Stroll.

01/10/2025

Y’all help us wish our fantastic bass player a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!

01/10/2025

Just three weeks away from our Rock 'n' Bowl de Lafayette debut!

01/06/2025

This week on meet the band....Kade Lelonde (Guitar)

Hailing from Cecilia, Louisiana, Kade "Moxie" Lalonde has music coursing through his veins. When asked about his deep-rooted passion for music, Kade simply states, "It was unavoidable." Growing up surrounded by the rich sounds of his local Lafayette area music scene, he knew from an early age that indulging his musical inclinations was his true calling. Beyond shredding the guitar, Kade proudly serves in the Army National Guard and works full-time as a fabricator. The soulful stylings of Otis Redding and the unparalleled artistry of Prince top his list of musical influences, though he credits much of his inspiration to the talented local musicians that make up Lafayette's vibrant music community. When he's not on duty or on stage, you can find Kade honing his skills on the pool table, hunting in the great outdoors, or planning his next adventurous travels. If he had the chance, the one musician Kade would most love to meet and pick the brain of would be the late, great Prince - a true musical genius whose company would undoubtedly be both enlightening and entertaining.

01/01/2025

Goodbye 2024, WELCOME 2025!!! Reflecting on the last year, we can't help but be thankful for how far we have come and also be super excited about what the next year holds! The new year brings with it some changes to the band. We would like to officially welcome four new members to the Vermillionaires family...Jacob Silvas (Guitar), Lana Breaux (Vocals), Efron Simon (Keys) and Eric Dupre (Bass). We can't wait to see all of you guys at one of our three public shows that are currently scheduled for early 2025, RocknBowl on Jan 31, Eunice Mardi Gras on March 1, and Crowley Mardi Gras on March 4.

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas! Wishing everyone a happy holiday season, and don't forget to sing your favorite Christmas songs with your family and friends...and strangers too!

12/21/2024

With the jolliest time of year only a few days away, introducing the Vermillionaires member who brings endless cheer all through the year!

Kenrie Martin, also known as "Aka", is a versatile musician who can play an array of instruments such as bass, piano, and didgeridoo. However, he doesn't limit himself to just these instruments - any instrument that comes his way will surely be played by him. When performing with the Vermillionaires, Kenrie mainly focuses on playing the saxophone, trombone, and auxiliary percussion while showcasing his incredible dance moves. Growing up in Lafayette, LA, Kenrie was inspired by his older brother Jamal Zeno's love for playing the trombone, which ignited his interest in brass instruments. Aside from music, you might find Kenrie dancing or indulging in activities such as watching anime or playing Magic the Gathering. He is also involved in various projects such as the TMM Project, where he and others visit schools to use the power of art to guide children through life. In addition to this, Kenrie also performs audio and video work at the Cajundome. It's no surprise that Michael Jackson holds a special place in Kenrie's heart as a musical idol - he admires Jackson's multifaceted performance abilities ranging from singing and dancing to playing instruments and beatboxing. Not only that, but also the fact that he was an amazing humanitarian.

12/19/2024

Help us welcome one of our new members!!!

Eric Dupre, also known by his stage name "The Ace of Bass," hails from Maurice, LA. In his youth, his biggest aspiration was to join his older brother's band, which he playfully refers to as a "crappy metal band." This desire sparked his interest in learning how to play the bass guitar. However, despite his efforts, he never had the opportunity to team up with his brother. When not pursuing a career in music, Eric utilizes his talents in cabinetry and giving back massages. In his downtime, he enjoys indulging in various activities such as watching movies, playing video games, taking long walks on the beach, attempting flight (perhaps metaphorically), and crushing the souls of those who oppose him. He draws inspiration from a diverse range of musical influences including Led Zeppelin, ABBA, Bee Gees, and Black Sabbath. Despite this broad taste in music, Eric firmly believes that good music knows no boundaries and would be love to hang out with legends like Paul McCartney.

12/08/2024

Ready for the Hill Wedding!

12/06/2024

Link for the livestream for the event tonight! If you can’t make it out tonight, you can still participate and donate if you choose!!!

11/20/2024

Who’s coming?????????

Get your tickets now!!!!

DO IT!!!

11/20/2024

Alright Everyone!!!!
Here are the details for Foster the Love Louisiana, the amazing foundation that we are partnering with for "Horns for Hope" on December 6th. Please join us in supporting this event and come have a great night of music and fun!

Foster the Love Louisiana is a 501(C)3 Nonprofit organization that provides support and resources for children in foster care along with their caregivers while they are involved with the Lafayette Region Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). We serve foster children and their foster families in the 8-parish Lafayette Region.
We provide a boutique style clothes & supply closet for foster families to shop in for free. We also provide free baby beds, baby items, and toys for children coming into foster care when available. We host support groups for foster children and their caregivers along with seasonal Easter, Back to School and Christmas parties.
On December 6th, we will be the beneficiary of a party band fundraiser courtesy of Cypress Royal and The Vermillionaires. The goal of this event is to raise enough money to purchase beds for a year. This purchase of 50 twin or crib sized mattresses will allow us to continue to provide beds for sibling sets as they enter foster care, keeping them united in the same home during a time when they have already lost so much.
Because Foster the Love is supported 100% by local donations from the Acadiana community, fundraising is extremely important. To increase our fundraising capacity at this event, we will have raffles and giveaways. We are requesting a donation of a Gift Card or Gift Item.
A Donation Receipt AND a complimentary ticket to the event, will be provided for any donation received.

Please learn more about Foster the Love at fosterthelovela.org.
Thank you for your support of our community and at-risk youth.

Send a message to learn more

11/06/2024

Y’all come out and help us raise money to help local foster kids have a place to sleep this Christmas! If you cannot attend, you can still donate to a great cause!!!!

- Or at least every child should be. Many foster parents struggle to take in siblings due to the lack of an additional bed, which can split up siblings during such a fragile time in their lives - You can help.