Les Vikings de la Guadeloupe, founded in 1966 by Fred Aucagos, Guy Jacquet, Ipomen Léauva, and Camille Sopran’n, are pioneers of the cadence-lypso genre, blending traditional Caribbean rhythms with jazz, funk, and soul influences. Their innovative sound has left a lasting impact on Caribbean music. Notably, bassist Pierre-Edouard Décimus departed in 1978 to co-found the legendary zouk band Kassav'. After a hiatus, the group reunited in 2016, releasing a best-of album and performing at prominent venues like the New Morning in Paris. Their enduring legacy continues to inspire and energize audiences worldwide.