Les Maxel’s was an Antillean group founded in the 1960s in Guadeloupe. The band's initial lineup included members such as Max Labor and Edouard Labor, who were influenced by jazz greats like Wes Montgomery and Kenny Burrell. Their musical style blended biguine jazz, soul music, jazz, and variety French music. In 1968, they recorded their first record. They performed extensively across Guadeloupe and its dependencies, becoming an appreciated orchestra and one of the island’s best formations. The group's broader discography included notable tracks like "Héléna la grosse poupée" and "Dona mon amour". In May 1969, singer Jacques Brackmort died following a motorcycle accident at the age of 19, marking a significant loss for the group. After a long pause, Les Maxel’s resumed activities in the Paris region under the leadership of Max Labor.
