La Bottine Souriante

La Bottine Souriante is a Québécois folk ensemble formed in 1976, known for blending traditional Québécois/Celtic music with jazz, swing and world influences and for lively stage shows.

They sing in French. The band formed in 1976 and has a long discography (the review mentions about a dozen CDs). They are known for energetic live performances and a fusion of folk with jazz, swing and world music. Yves Lambert has been identified in reviews as an accordionist and singer associated with the group.

La Bottine Souriante is celebrated for energetic, genre-blending folk rooted in Québécois/Celtic tradition. The review praises their instrumentation, rhythmic variety and eclectic influences. The band is noted for outstanding live shows and a long discography.

For:Fans of folk, Celtic, Québécois and world music; listeners who enjoy energetic live shows and instrumental variety.