Clayton Joseph Chenier is Creole music royalty. His father, the legendary Clifton Chenier, invented the style of music we know today as Zydeco. Moreover, Clifton is the first Creole musician to be recognized with a Grammy Award.

C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band

Dakota

Clayton Joseph Chenier is Creole music royalty. His father, the legendary Clifton Chenier, invented the style of music we know today as Zydeco and was the first Creole musician to be recognized with a Grammy Award. Enjoy an evening that brings the Louisiana dancehall experience to SMF, as the late “King of Zydeco” Clifton Chenier is celebrated by his son C.J!

Bayou Boogie! A Tribute to Clifton Chenier “The King of Zydeco” Feat. C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band

Ships Of The Sea Maritime Museum

Clayton Joseph Chenier is Creole music royalty. His father, the legendary Clifton Chenier, invented the style of music we know today as Zydeco and was the first Creole musician to be recognized with a Grammy Award. Raised in this indigenous American culture with its distinctive language, cuisine and music, C.J. delivers soulful vocals along with jaw-dropping masterful accordion-driven rock, Zydeco and blues.

C. J. Chenier

Events

Past events

Jul 15, 2024

C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band · Dakota

29 - 30 Mar, 2024

Bayou Boogie! A Tribute to Clifton Chenier “The King of Zydeco” Feat. C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band · Savannah Music Festival

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