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Shleu-Shleu is a Haitian kompa band formed on December 22, 1965, in Bas-Peut de Chose, Port-au-Prince, by former members of the groups Lorenceau and Memfoubins. Managed by Hugues "Dada" Jackaman, an Arab Haitian businessman of Palestinian origin, and directed by Tony Moïse, the band emerged from the remnants of Les Manfoubins. During their first appearance, Nemours Jean-Baptiste renamed them Mini Jazz, coining the term mini-jazz. The original lineup included solo saxophonist Tony Moïse, lead vocalists Hans Cherubin (a.k.a. Gro Bébé) and Jean-Claude Pierre-Charles (a.k.a. Peddy). After gaining international recognition, they were invited to New York City in 1970 to perform at Casa Borinquen, where they decided to stay and spread their music across various American cities. In 1976, many original members left New York, leading to a period of decline for the band. However, in 1991, Jean-Baptiste Smith revived Shleu-Shleu, incorporating new musicians like saxophonist Evens Latortue, guitarist Eddy Altine, and percussionist Joseph Savius. The band remains active today.

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