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Clifton ChenierClifton Chenier Clifton Chenier American zydeco musician (1925–1987) Clifton Chenier (June 25, 1925 – December 12, 1987)[1][2] was an American musician known as a pioneer of zydeco, a style of music that arose from Creole music, with R&B, blues, and Cajun influences. He sang and played the accordion. Chenier won a Grammy Award in 1983.[1] Quick facts Background information, Born ... Clifton Chenier Chenier Brothers performing at Jay's Lounge and Cockpit, Cankton, Louisiana, Mardi Gras, 1975 Clifton Chenier on accordion, brother Cleveland on washboard and John Hart on tenor saxophone. Background information Born (1925-06-25)June 25, 1925 Opelousas, Louisiana, U.S. Died December 12, 1987(1987-12-12) (aged 62) Lafayette, Louisiana Genres Zydeco Cajun Creole music R&B swamp blues Occupations Musician songwriter Instruments Vocals… (Source: Wikipedia)
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