Arhoolie Records Founder Chris Strachwitz Dies at 91
Chris Strachwitz recently passed away at 91, who was the founder of Arhoolie Records, which was an essential label for American roots music
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Chris Strachwitz recently passed away at 91, who was the founder of Arhoolie Records, which was an essential label for American roots music
Chances are that if you have an interest in blues, Cajun, zydeco or ethnic music, you’ve probably got a few Arhoolie CDs on your shelf. Chris Strachwitz, the founder of Arhoolie Records, died of complications from congestive heart failure. He was 91. A frequent visitor to New Orleans, Strachwitz was an early supporter of community
Chris Strachwitz, the founder of Arhoolie Records — an indispensable label for American roots music for seven decades — has died at the age of 91.
Iberia Parish students as well as event-goers interested in local music and culture spent Friday morning at the Sliman Theater hearing two talks related to the rich musical history of
The Books Along the Teche Literary Festival kicks off Friday, with the first day of the annual event cramming in more talks, discussions and things to do for literary lovers