Boozoo Chavis

About Boozoo Chavis

One of the true architects of zydeco music, Boozoo Chavis released his first record in 1954. He and his band were a veritable rhythm machine. Subtle tensions layered upon one another as Boozoo's accordion and vocals rode energetically over the top.

HOMETOWN
Lake Charles, LA, United States
BORN
23 October 1930
GENRE
Singer/Songwriter

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