Formerly Dennis Stroughmatt and Creole Stomp, Stroughmatt yanked his name from the moniker since Creole Stomp had become more than just its dynamic, longhaired frontman. Good move. It’s Creole Stomp’s most composite sketch yet, a comprehensive, genre-jumping affair spanning Cajun, Creole, zydeco, blues, swamp pop, psychedelic rock, ’60s Buck Owens country and ’40s western swing, often fusing elements of the aforementioned together. Though Stroughmatt remains the focal point with his slashing fiddling, bluesy bow drags and gusty vocals, three other Stompers including ex-CJ Chenier rubboard man CW Riley also handle lead vocals competently. Guitarist Robert Russell makes his presence felt as well with his bluesy, twangy-edged licks.

Among the highlights are Stroughmatt’s stunning vocals and guest Nashville steel ace Doug Jernigan’s breathtaking rides on “Together Again.” On “Big Texas,” the Cajun precursor to Hank Williams’ “Jambalaya,” Stroughmatt duets with Sarah Jayde Williams, granddaughter of the late Hadley Castille, and in the process, really channels Castille’s deep voice. While “Goin’ Back to Big Mamou” has too much vocal mic effect, its high-octane ambience is still one of a spacious, wooden dancehall. Overall, a set of tracks that finally mirrors the musical diversity of Stomp’s live show.