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Bookmark or Share- Zydeco - WikipediaZydeco (/ ˈzaɪdɪˌkoʊ, - diː -/ ZY-dih-koh, -dee-; French: zarico) is a music genre that was created in rural Southwest Louisiana by Afro-Americans of Creole heritage. It blends blues and rhythm and blues with music indigenous to the Louisiana Creoles, such as la la and juré.
- Zydeco Music in Louisiana - History and Where to Hear ItDiscover zydeco, a rockin' dance music that is unique to Louisiana. Early zydeco was a blend of Louisiana French accordion music and Afro-Caribbean beats. It sat at the crossroads of Creole, Cajun, gospel and the blues, yet has since evolved to include influences from several other genres.
- 11 Of The Greatest And Most Famous Zydeco Bands - Hello Music TheoryFrom early recordings as far back as 1929, zydeco is the music made famous by Creole and French-speaking African Americans in southwest Louisiana. Rhythms rich with African-Caribbean and French flavors, this music blends cajun, jazz, and creole folk music with the unmistakable accordion as the frontman.
- CLIFTON CHENIER - THE KING OF THE 'ZYDECO' (LIVE) - YouTubeCLIFTON CHENIER - THE KING OF THE 'ZYDECO' (LIVE) Clifton Chenier experienced French Blues Creole dance songs, combining elements from R & B, Rock'n'roll to Swing rhythms, 'Cajun' music and...
- Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Music FestivalThe 42 nd Annual Original Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Festival (Opelousas, LA) – The 42 nd Original Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Festival is live! Organizers are preparing, trying to satisfy the demand for Creole Culture and Zydeco Music.
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