Cajun and Creole music developed roughly in parallel in Southwest Louisiana. In the late 1940's, the music of the Creole's, influenced by jazz and rhythm and blues, added the vest frottoir (rubboard) to emphasize the strong rhythms -- and Zydeco was born. [MORE] Bands & Artists (19) Cajun (26) Zydeco (28) 1. Arn Burkhoff's Northeast USA Cajun and Zydeco Schedule - Festivals and other events, directory of links to local bands and venues, upcoming and previous Mardi Gras schedules, and links to other event guides arranged by state. 2. Cajun and Zydeco in Nederland - E-zine with concert dates, CD and event reviews, MP3s, English and French lyrics, articles, and artist profiles. [English/Dutch] 3. Cajun Radio and Zydeco Radio Guide - A comprehensive guide to Cajun and Zydeco radio programs in the United States. Also featuring a link guide to Cajun and Zydeco culture, genealogy, festivals, regional dance newsletters, bands, dance instructors and music. 4. Cajun Zydeco Web Resources - San Francisco Bay Area Cajun and zydeco music and dance information, including CD, book and event reviews, special events, recommended related sites, and a Northern California schedule of events. 5. Cajun/Zydeco Music and Dance - A large collection of links related to Cajun and Zydeco music, dance, and culture. 6. Louisana Sue - Newsletter with schedules for Cajun and Zydeco band tours, dance camps, and festivals in California and Nevada. Includes West Coast Cajun/Zydeco Music and Dance Association membership information, a history of the styles in California, and links. 7. The Cajun-Zydeco Connection of Huntsville - Promoting live Cajun and Zydeco music, dances, dance instruction and the culture of Southwest Louisiana in the North Alabama area. Includes event listings, photographs, and links. 8. ZydE-Magic Cajun Zydeco Music and Dance - Includes international festival and special events information, links to worldwide bands, articles, and photographs. 9. All Music Guide: Cajun and Zydeco - Definitions of the styles and subgenres including important albums and key artists. 10. Mango Jam - Cajun and Zydeco band based in Burlington, Vermont. Includes gigs and MP3 music samples. 11. Swamp Music - Specialist agents for Cajun bands in the UK. Includes band profiles, gig listings, CD sales, and background information.

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