VA - Beans Not Salty, Great Zydeco Music (A Butterboy Compilation) CD1+CD2+CD3

ZYDECO

VA - Beans Not Salty, Great Zydeco Music (A Butterboy Compilation) CD1+CD2+CD3

"Zydeco" does have a meaning. It is believed to have originated from the French phrase "les haricots," which means "the beans." In Creole French, the phrase "les haricots sont pas salés" (the beans are not salty) was commonly used as a metaphor to describe a situation that is not going well or lacks excitement.  Over time, "les haricots" transformed into "zydeco" through a process of linguistic evolution and cultural influence. The term "zydeco" eventually became associated with the energetic and lively music that emerged in the Creole communities of Louisiana. It refers to a style of music characterized by its infectious rhythms and spirited performances.  So, while the term "zydeco" doesn't have a specific literal meaning, it has come to represent a vibrant musical genre deeply rooted in the cultural heritage and history of Louisiana's Creole communities.

Zydeco music is an exuberant and lively genre that originated in the Creole communities of southwest Louisiana. Drawing influences from traditional Louisiana Creole music, African rhythms, French folk music, blues, and rhythm and blues, Zydeco is a dynamic fusion of cultural elements.

At the heart of Zydeco is the accordion, which takes center stage, accompanied by a rhythmic ensemble featuring instruments like the rubboard (or "zydeco washboard"), drums, guitar, bass, and sometimes saxophone or other brass instruments. The accordion weaves vibrant and syncopated melodies, while the rhythm section provides an irresistible beat that compels people to dance.  Zydeco lyrics are often sung in Louisiana French or English, exploring themes of love, community, daily life, and cultural pride. The music's infectious rhythms, lively tempos, and the distinct sound of the accordion give Zydeco its unique and captivating character.

Zydeco music thrives in festive settings such as festivals, dance halls, and social gatherings, where people come together to revel in its energetic beats and participate in lively dances. The genre has gained popularity both within Louisiana and internationally, with notable artists like Clifton Chenier, Boozoo Chavis, Buckwheat Zydeco, and Terrance Simien becoming iconic figures in Zydeco music. (B)

Here are 63 tracks of artists playing Zydeco or Creole-style music that is infection and seriously danceable. Enjoy!

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Track lists

CD1

01 Clifton Chenier - Zydeco Sont Pas Sale (Snap Beans Not Salty) 3:16

02 Beausoleil Avec Michael Doucet - Bye, Bye Boozoo 3:22

03 Beau Jocque - What Ya Gonna Do 5:39

04 Creole Zydeco Farmers - Creole Farmers Stomp 3:21

05 Rockin' Sidney - My Zydeco Shoes 3:03

06 Ambrose Sam - Old Time Zydeco 3:22

07 Boozoo Chavis - Paper In My Shoe 2:41

08 Sam Brothers 5 - Lafayette Special 1:59

09 Rockin' Sidney - You Ain't Nothin' But Fine 2:31

10 Leo Thomas & Preston Frank's S - Shake What You Got 2:20

11 Geno Delafose - Hey, Geno! 3:33

12 Red Stick Ramblers - Laisse Les Cajuns Danser 2:21

13 Terrance Simien - I Need Some Lovin' 3:01

14 Lynn August - Creole People 3:27

15 The Savoy Family Cajun Band - Midland Two-Step 3:51

16 Beau Jocque & The Zydeco Hi-Rollers - Give Him Cornbread 4:57

17 Chris Ardoin And Double Clutchin - Stay In Or Stay Out 3:51

18 Peter King & L. Herbert - King's Zydeco 2:48

19 Jude Taylor And His Burning Flames - Burnin Flames Special 2:41

20 Rockin' Dopsie Jr. & The Zydeco Twisters - Zydeco Boogaloo 3:14

21 Clifton Chenier - I'm The Zydeco Man 2:51

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22 Manon Bedard - Joue-Moi Du Zydeco 2:47

23 Jo-El Sonnier - Les Grand Bois 3:01

24 Sammy Naquin - Lacassine Special 3:31

25 D.L. Menard & The Louisiana Aces - The Back Door 3:17

26 Geno Delafose And French Rocki - Bye Bye Mon Neg 4:03

27 Belton Richard & The Musical Aces - Cajun Stripper 2:17

28 Buckwheat Zydeco - I'm On The Wonder 4:33

29 Balfa Toujours - Les Tracas De Todd Balfa 3:33

30 Keith Frank - Co Fa 4:25

31 Guyland Leday - Louisiana 3:56

32 Corey Ledet & His Zydeco Band - Corey's Breakdown 4:18

33 Clifton Chenier - Zydeco Cha Cha 3:25

34 Rosie Ledet - Caffina 4:38

35 Brave Combo - Zydeco Gumby Ya Ya 2:23

36 Roy Carrier - Zydeco Lawtell 3:49

37 John Delafose - Joe Pete Got Two Women 2:16

38 Zydeco Hounds - Bayou Pon Pon 2:35

39 Andre Thierry & Zydeco Magic - A Whole Lotta Something 3:20

40 Sundogs - Do The Zydeco 4:22

41 J J Milteau - O Ye Yai Quoi Faire 2:49

42 Buckwheat Zydeco - Zydeco La Louisianne 5:09

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43 Boozoo Chavis - Forty One Days 2:47

44 Cajun Playboys - Bosco Stomp 4:06

45 Rockin' Dopsie - My Baby She's Gone 3:06

46 Chris Jagger - Blow The Zydeco 4:23

47 Queen Ida And Al Rapone - Good Ol' Cajun Music 4:02

48 Lost Bayou Ramblers - Tous Les Matins 2:45

49 Nathan Abshire - Choupique Two Step 2:38

50 Steve Riley & The Mamou Playboys - Bayou Noir, Back Of Town Two-Step 4:31

51 Clifton Chenier - Hot Tamale Baby 2:56

52 Bruce Daigrepont - Coeur Des Cajuns 2:57

53 Cajun Playboys - Dance, Cajun, Dance 2:59

54 Lawrence 'black' Ardoin - Walking Down The Interstate 3:27

55 Mcziel & Gernger - Allons A Lafayette 3:04

56 Beau Bayou & Sabine Connection - C'est Tout Bon 3:13

57 Brian Jack And The Zydeco Gamblers - Good Good Lovin' 4:25

58 Horace Trahan And The New Ossum Express - That Butt Thing 2:13

59 Zydeco Force - Louisiana Chicken Shack 4:26

60 Wayne Toups And Zydecajun - I Saw Johnnie Dance 3:36

61 Waylon Thibodeaux - Jambalaya 4:06

62 Cedric Watson & Bijou Creole - Le Soleil Est Leve' 4:04

63 Rockin' Sidney - My Toot Toot 3:49

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