C.J. Chenier and The Red Hot Louisiana Band

Clayton Joseph Chenier, the son of the great “King of Zydeco”, Clifton Chenier of Texas, first performed with his famous father and the legendary Red Hot Louisiana band in 1987. Chenier now extending his father’s legacy as band leader, commands the accordion performing a variety of zydeco, Cajun and creole music. In this episode, we explore the unique Louisiana culture, and its rich musical history.

Recorded at Sellersville Theater 1894 in Sellersville, PA

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