A brief history…
Cajun Gold, a traditional Cajun band, is led by Paul Daigle, on accordion, from Point Noir near Church Point, LA, and guitarist Robert Elkins who hails from Church Point proper. The band has had several regional hits, such as “Tee Bec Doux” and “The New Anniversary Waltz.” Extremely popular in the Lafayette area in the mid-to-late 80s, Cajun Gold won a number of contests and popularity polls in their prime. Paul Daigle remains a popular performer to this day.
Paul Daigle was born in 1958 in Point Noir, near Church Point, Louisiana. He is fluent in both English and Cajun French. Mr. Daigle is presently a resident of Branch, Louisiana and his main occupation is as an auto body repairman. Paul also plays the accordion, which he has played since he was ten years old. He known as one of Acadiana’s most talented accordionists.
Robert Elkins began singing and playing music at 12 years old with his own group, “Little Robert and the Satisfiers,” in 1956. While in serving in the navy, he played with other navy men in a group called “The Racket Squad.” After residing in California for 12 years, Elkins moved back to Church Point and began performing Cajun music. He is best remembered for playing as Paul Daigle/Robert Elkins & Cajun Gold and performed with the group from 1983 to 1992.
Awards…
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Male Vocalist of the Year – Robert Elkins (CFMA 1994)
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Song of the Year – “Ne Phes De Whisky Pour Pop” (CFMA 1993)
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Male Vocalist of the Year – Robert Elkins (CFMA 1993)
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Song of the Year – “Je Suis Pour Toi” (CFMA 1993)
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Male Vocalist of the Year – Robert Elkins (CFMA 1989)
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Song of the Year – “La Lumiere Dans Ton Chassis” (CFMA 1989)
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