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KOUDJAYHAITIAN ROOTS · WORLDWIDE
KOUDJAY / 02 / ABOUT

From Haiti.
With soul.

KOUDJAY is a Haitian roots band with an extensive musical catalog and years of performances around the world.

THE BAND / THE CULTURE

A LIVING
CONNECTION.

Rooted in Haiti.
Resonating Worldwide.

Koudjay is a cornerstone of Haiti’s Mizik Rasin (Roots Music) movement, blending ancestral drumming, traditional Rara rhythms, and powerful social commentary. Founded on the vision of the late, legendary frontman Jean Samuel Lubin (King Kessy) alongside a collective of dedicated musicians, Koudjay became the musical voice of the people—delivering fearless, conscious anthems like “Gran Manje,” “Bwa A Maré,” and “Chay La Lou.”

Today, Koudjay’s journey continues. Honoring Kessy’s legacy, Feckel Louis Jean has taken the lead vocal position, bringing vibrant energy to live stages and new recordings while remaining true to the group’s foundational roots. Since King Kessy’s departure, his sister, Myrlande Marcelin, has served as the band leader, overseeing logistics and operations. Together with the original sound, Koudjay remains an active force in Haitian culture—keeping the ancestral spirit, rhythm, and message alive for audiences worldwide.

THE PEOPLE / THE SOUND

The voices behind KOUDJAY.

12 MUSICIANS. ONE COLLECTIVE.

Meet the musicians who bring the rhythm to life. Portraits and personal stories are coming soon.

01 / KOUDJAY

Feckel Louis Jean

Lead vocal

02 / KOUDJAY

Myrlande Marcelin

Lead vocal & background vocals

03 / KOUDJAY

Lafrance Ferraro Ricardo

Background vocals

04 / KOUDJAY

Carlo Germain

Bass

05 / KOUDJAY

Marckenson Saintfleur

Lead guitar

06 / KOUDJAY

Emmanuel Saint Lot

Second guitar

07 / KOUDJAY

Eddy August

Keyboardist

08 / KOUDJAY

Pierre Richard Murat

Premier tambou

09 / KOUDJAY

Moïse

Deuxième tambou

10 / KOUDJAY

Wilfrid Eugene

Troisième tambou

11 / KOUDJAY

Jackson

Kata bambou

12 / KOUDJAY

Frantz

Drummer

KOUDJAY