INFORMATION
| Artist Birtday : | 13/04/1975(Age 50) |
| Born In : | Pétion-Ville, Haiti |
| Occupation(s) : | Singer |
| Genres : | Compas Direct |
| Agent : | Djakout Mizik, Djakout #1 |
Auguste Duverger, better known by his stage name Pouchon, was born on April 13, 1975, in Pétion-Ville, Haiti. He began his musical journey in church, where he not only sang but also learned to play several instruments, including the guitar, trumpet, and drums. After leaving the church setting, he collaborated with musicians Nickenson Prud’homme and David Dupoux in the group Toff.
In 1997, Pouchon was invited to join the popular band Djakout Mizik as the replacement for lead singer Gracia Delva. His arrival gave the group a new identity and helped propel it to the forefront of the Haitian music scene. He became known for his strong stage presence, vocal power, and ability to connect with audiences. With guitarist Claude Marcelin and other talented musicians, Djakout Mizik produced landmark albums such as Mòso Lanmou and Setyèm Syèl, featuring hits like Rèv Mwen, Kote W Ye, Feeling Konpa, Dekole, Divine Creature, Men Moun Yo, Konpa US, and Bèl Fanm. These records solidified the group’s reputation and established Pouchon as one of the most distinctive voices in konpa.
Throughout his career, Pouchon drew inspiration from legendary artists such as Ti Manno, Dadou Pasquet, and Boulo Valcourt, as well as from a newer generation of Haitian musicians like J. Widmaier, Eric Charles, Patrick Andral, and Garry Didier Perez, who had a particularly strong influence on him. His early collaborations and apprenticeships sharpened his skills and prepared him for the role that would define his career with Djakout.
In 2010, after more than a decade with Djakout Mizik, Pouchon parted ways with the group following disagreements with management. Alongside some of his colleagues, he formed Djakout #1, continuing the legacy of the band under a new name. Despite the challenges of competition within the Haitian Music Industry, including rivalries with other singers and internal conflicts, Pouchon maintained his place as the group’s leading voice. He showcased his versatility and resilience on later productions, including Nou Pap Dòmi Deyò, which helped the band regain its momentum with fresh arrangements and a renewed repertoire.
Over the years, Pouchon’s performances, from energetic love songs to socially conscious tracks like Salè Mizerab, a plea for Haitian workers, have demonstrated his range and commitment to his craft. Though he has faced rivalries and challenges, including the departures of bandmates like Shabba and Steven Khe to form competing groups, Pouchon has remained a central figure in Djakout #1. His reputation as a “great vocal power” continues to define him as one of the most recognizable and enduring stars in Haitian konpa music.
