Effective period / Period of releases: 1973

Members: Nathan Menard, Gurvais Matte, Vinest Matte, John Babineaux, Marion Stelly, Ulysse Alleman, Leon Chiasson, Clarence Denais

Cajun band, also known as "Gurvais Matte and The Branch Playboys". Founded by father and son, Vinest Matte and Gurvais Matte, in 1969.

Line-up (2003):
Gurvais Matte - guitar
Nolan Sonnier - drums, vocals
Floyd Brasseaux - fiddle
Kaylin Lavergne - accordion, vocals

Former members:
Vinest Matte, Sr. - accordion
Marion Stelly - drums
John Babineaux - guitar
Leon Chiasson - violin
Jackie Foreman - drums
Emile Decuir - lead guitar