Doussan Garrett Benoit

Tyron Benoit hails from Houma, Louisiana, where music and culture flow as freely as the bayou. Growing up, his ears were filled with classic country around the house—George Jones, Hank Williams (Sr. and Jr.), Merle Haggard, Waylon Jennings, and Ernest Tubb. At his grandfather’s house, Cajun and folk influences entered the mix, while beyond the front porch it was Led Zeppelin, Toto, and Steely Dan. His first record, a treasured Ray Charles album he received at age ten, became a cornerstone of his lifelong musical journey.

Before fully pursuing music, Tyron served his country as a U.S. Marine in Operation Desert Storm. After returning home, he moved to New York City to study acting, where in his small West Village apartment he began writing songs with his brother Tate. That partnership evolved into the band Too Fish, a regional favorite in Colorado and the Midwest.

By 2003, Tyron returned to New Orleans. In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, he not only helped rebuild the city but also reignited his passion for music, holding jam sessions powered by generators on job sites. From there, his career flourished. He immersed himself in the city’s diverse musical community—playing reggae, funk, blues, and rock—and even led a band for Mardi Gras Indian legend Big Chief Monk Boudreaux, solidifying his place in New Orleans’ storied music history.

Tyron has since built a reputation as a versatile singer, guitarist, and songwriter, performing across the U.S. and abroad. His 2022 album Waiting on Friday and his most recent studio work have earned him festival slots at French Quarter Fest, the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Telluride Blues & Brews, Lucerne Blues Festival in Switzerland, and many more.

Today, Tyron brings that lifetime of experience into Doussan Garrett Benoit, a powerhouse band co-led with Mike Doussan and Josh Garrett. Rooted in South Louisiana’s unique culture, their music blends blues, rock, and raw storytelling with a sound that’s as authentic as the place they call home.