Boogie Woogie Zydeco
Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band · 1991
54 min · 15 tracks · zydeco
A vibrant celebration of zydeco rhythms infused with soulful melodies and infectious energy.
Why this album works
This album is significant for popularizing zydeco music outside of its traditional boundaries, contributing to the genre's growth in the 1990s. It received critical acclaim and helped Carrier gain wider recognition, leading to performances at major festivals and venues across the U.S.
- Best for
- infectious danceable rhythms throughout celebratory energy for gatherings steady pacing invites movement
- Context
- When 'Boogie Woogie Zydeco' was released in 1991, Chubby Carrier was establishing himself as a prominent figure in the zydeco scene. This album marked his debut on the music label, Rounder Records, following his earlier local successes, helping to broaden his audience beyond Louisiana.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Revelers· Joe Hall· Boh Foi Toch
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Boogie Woogie Zydeco Standout 3:50
- 2 Madelaine 3:50
- 3 Good For the Goose Standout 4:21
- 4 Allons Dancez 2:52
- 5 Creole Two Step Standout 4:55
- 6 Sherrie 3:39
- 7 Bernadette 3:01
- 8 Mama 3:53
- 9 Young Creole Man 3:36
- 10 Josephine 2:56
- 11 Hey Barbariba 4:21
- 12 Be Fair to the People 4:36
- 13 Steppin' Out Zydeco 1:39
- 14 Oh My My 3:04
- 15 Dog Hill 3:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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