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

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CJ Chenier, “The Crown Prince of Zydeco,” was born into an indigenous American culture with a distinctive language and music. The Creole son of Clifton Chenier, he started playing in his father’s band shortly before Clifton died. CJ delivers soulful vocals along with masterful accordion-driven Zydeco and blues. A Grammy-nominated musician and recording artist, CJ and his Red Hot Louisiana Band will get some part of you moving.

C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band

29 - 30 Mar, 2024

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

Jul 15, 2023

C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band

C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band