When Mick Jagger Met the King of Zydeco.

  • Published In: Atlantic, 2025, v. 336, n. 1. P. 70 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Hart, Reya 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Clifton Chenier's significant influence on blues and rock music, particularly through his pioneering work in zydeco, a genre that blends Creole dance music with elements of American R&B. Chenier, born in 1925 in Opelousas, Louisiana, became known as the King of Zydeco, performing widely and earning accolades such as a Grammy and a National Heritage Fellowship. The piece highlights a notable encounter between Chenier and Mick Jagger of the Rolling Stones, illustrating how Chenier's music impacted Jagger and the band, culminating in their recent cover of Chenier's song "Zydeco Sont Pas Salé." The article also discusses the cultural significance of zydeco and its roots in Louisiana's diverse musical traditions. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Atlantic. 2025/07, Vol. 336, Issue 1, p70
  • Document Type:Interview
  • Subject Area:Communication and Mass Media
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1072-7825
  • Accession Number:185850765
  • Copyright Statement:Copyright of Atlantic is the property of Atlantic Monthly Group LLC and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

Looking to go deeper into this topic? Look for more articles on EBSCOhost.