Before 1982, the words “zydeco” and “festival” were never used in the same sentence. The Creole accordion dance music had already migrated from the rural house dances of southwest Louisiana to clubs ...

The grandsons of legendary zydeco player Boozoo Chavis have always had a passion to play music just as he did. "They're pretty amazing," said proud father, Rellis Chavis Sr., who is a well-known ...

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday in the rearview mirror, are you still searching for that perfect present for a special someone? Give the gift of Louisiana music. The time is right as the Year of ...

Allons au Zydeco: the place and the people -- The emergence of Zydeco: Clifton Chenier: "They call me the king" -- The world of rural Zydeco: Boozoo Chavis: Creole cowboy -- Gallery of photographs -- ...