L'air De La Louisiane / Laisse Les Bons Temps Rouler

Released in 1974 on the Bearsville label, this single features Jesse Winchester, a musician whose career was defined by his move from the United States to Canada as a draft resister during the Vietnam War. These tracks capture the period when Winchester, originally from the American South, was crafting a sound that blended folk, country, and soul with an increasing interest in his regional roots, despite his physical exile.

The record reflects the warm, observational songwriting style that garnered Winchester respect from peers like Robbie Robertson and James Taylor. While Winchester was often categorized within the singer-songwriter movement of the 1970s, his work—particularly this release—showcased a unique sensitivity to Southern themes. Like much of his Bearsville catalog, the record was received by critics as a sincere, if understated, contribution to the American roots canon.