Zachary Richard

Cajun rebel Zachary Richard, born in Louisiana, fuses Cajun, zydeco, rock, and blues. Key in Cajun music revival, he collaborated with Michael Doucet and earned gold records in Canada. Known for French-language activism, he founded Action Cadienne and received France's Officier de l’Ordre des Arts et Lettres. Acclaimed albums include Cap Enragé and Lumière Dans le Noir. He’s a celebrated poet and documentary producer, winning awards for Against the Tide and other works. Collaborated in music with Celine Dion and is praised for bicultural, bilingual themes.