SNAPPERHEAD ZYDECO is a five -piece central Jersey band with Louisiana heart. Always staying zydeco-centered, we draw on a variety of styles fusing a traditional Cajun, Creole and swamp-pop base with flavors of Latin, funk, and reggae.

Dancing is a big part of what we are about. We chose to be eclectic so that those who are not familiar with specific Cajun and Creole dance steps can feel comfortable and jump right in. There are no age boundaries and we touch the young at heart. Our goal is to just have fun and let the good times roll.

Mardi Gras is more than just a busy season for us. It’s the lively happy atmosphere we create year round, at weddings, reunions, street fairs, corporate events, bars, festivals, etc.

Core Members and Standard Instrumentation:
Wayne Leibel (Bethlehem, PA) on accordion and vocals
Ted Klett (Hopewell, NJ,) on guitar, harmonica, and vocals
Roxanne Klett (Hopewell, NJ) on rubboard and vocals
John Timpane (Lawrenceville, NJ) on bass and vocals
Bob Lewis (Hopewell, NJ) on drums.

Notable Events:
* Hopewell Park Summer Music Series 1999 thru 2003
* Triumph Brewing Company Annual Mardi Gras Celebration 1996-2003
* Magic of Alexandria Balloon Festival Tenth Anniversary in 1998
* New Jersey Quick Check Balloon Festival Corporate Sponsor Party 1999
* Redbank Riverfest 1999, 2000, and 2001
* Six Flags Great Adventure, Blues, Brews, and BBQ’s 1999 and 2000
* Duke Island Park Music Series opening up for Marcia Ball 2001

Our song list includes many standard tunes as well as originals.
Here is a sample: