Joe Walker (born 1944) is an American Zydeco singer and accordionist.
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Birth name | Joseph Walker |
Born | 1944 Lafayette, Louisiana, United States |
Genres | Zydeco |
Instrument(s) | Accordion, singer |
Biography edit
Walker began his career in the wake of Clifton Chenier, and became the star of Zydeco of the late 20th century, thanks to albums such as Zydeco Fever and In the Dog House, edited by Zane Records.[1]
Style edit
Walker has a powerful voice with a rich texture. His style is heavily influenced by gospel music.[2]
References edit
- ^ Herzhaft, Gérard: La gran enciclopedia del blues, Ed. RobinBook, Barcelona, 2003, ISBN 84-95601-82-6, p. 382 (Encyclopedia of the Blues, University of Arkansas Press)
- ^ This article incorporates information from the corresponding article in the Spanish Wikipedia