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Published on December 17, 2025
In Marc Broussard‘s fiery take on Lloyd Price’s rock n’ roll classic, “Stagger Lee”, he fully taps into his trademark, rough-edged blue-eyed soul. The latest single from his forthcoming studio album S.O.S. V: Songs of the ’50s showcases Broussard delivering a fiery, rough-hewn vocal performance full of urgency and bite. The powerful horn-driven arrangement complements Broussard’s passionate vocals, creating a dynamic harmony with the rhythm section. As the storyteller, Broussard places you right in the bar where the event takes place.
“Stagger Lee is a relentless, infectious song that was one of the more difficult ones to sing, with Lloyd Price’s powerful vocals that just keep coming,” states Broussard. “Interestingly, it’s an upbeat, happy song that tells a sad story – a tale about ‘Stagger Lee’ Shelton settling a gambling dispute at gunpoint.”
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“Stagger Lee” is the latest single from Broussard’s upcoming new album, S.O.S. V: Songs of the ’50s, an eleven-song set of intoxicating renditions of soul, blues, rock, and pop classics from the Fifties, two gems from the early Sixties, and a Broussard original. Featured tracks include Ray Charles ‘Hallelujah, I Love Her So,‘ Bobby Darin’s ‘Dream Lover,‘ and Nat King Cole’s ‘Smile.’ This new album offers a sublime showcase for Broussard’s dynamic vocal prowess, revealing his craftsmanship and deep appreciation for an impressive range of enduring American music.
Broussard chose to revisit the vibrant 1950s, a decision fueled by the incredible feedback from fans of “Cry to Me” from S.O.S. 2: Soul on a Mission. He shares, “The captivating music of the 1950s has a timeless charm that resonates with my fans and music lovers everywhere. We’re excited to celebrate this music and the joy it brings.” A portion of the album’s proceeds will benefit the nonprofit organization Love of People, based in Broussard’s hometown of Lafayette, LA.
The charity Broussard has chosen to support, S.O.S.V., holds a natural connection for him. “Love of People, he shares, is a charity that my wife, Sonya, and I have personally supported and volunteered for over the years. I have witnessed their impactful work firsthand and am thrilled to formalize a partnership with them. Our S.O.S. projects are driven by a heartfelt mission: to maximize the funds we raise for our wonderful partner organizations.”
S.O.S. V: Songs of the ’50s also highlights Broussard’s long-standing involvement in charitable endeavors. S.O.S. (Save Our Soul) is his ongoing series of benefit albums supporting a different cause with each release. Broussard explains, “I started doing cover records after I was released from my first contract with a major label. I went independent and created albums to raise funds for charity. The first project was to raise funds for a shelter for homeless women and children. Second, we made an album to support a children’s hospital in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.” His 2023 release, S.O.S. 4: Blues for Your Soul, features a collaboration with blues legend Joe Bonamassa and supports the Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation, as well as the nonprofit Guitars Over Guns. The album debuted at the top of the Billboard Blues Albums Chart.
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