Heard this on Gideon Coe last night for the centenary. Clifton Chenier (1925-1987)
Listen to Clifton Chenier's "Mr. Charlie," from the box set 'King of Louisiana Blues and Zydeco.' Chenier recorded this groove-forward blues classic with his Red Hot Louisiana Band in San Francisco, 1971, to broadcast live on KSAN radio. The song was written by his cousin and Arhoolie labelmate Lightnin' Hopkins'. Until now, it has never been commercially released.
Clifton Chenier: accordion, lead vocals Cleveland Chenier: rubboard Felix Benoit: guitar Joe Brouchet: bass Robert St. Julien: drums
