He was a popular trombonist on the New Orleans jazz scene[4] and recorded with artists such as Lionel Ferbos,[8] Harold Dejan, and Kermit Ruffins.

He grew up in a family of musicians including his brother Homer Eugene, his cousin Clement Tervalon,[7] and uncle Albert Burbank.

He began playing with famous bands from New York City and Chicago and also toured with Lucky Millender and Buddy Johnson.

Instead of leaving his family to tour, Eugene stayed close to home, working at the United States Post Office.

[7] Although limited in travel due to work obligations, Eugene was still able to sit with several renowned musical groups such as Lionel Hampton and The Temptations.

[11] Some of his most notable performances include playing at Super Bowl IV in New Orleans in 1970 with the Onward Brass Band.