The mission of Eunice, LA-based Valcour Records and its founder, Joel Savoy, is “Showcasing on the world stage the extraordinary talents born from the rich and diverse cultures of Louisiana.”
In keeping with that mission, the 2024 Ralph J. Gleason Award supports the production of a tribute album honoring the work of the late, legendary zydeco pioneer Clifton Chenier as part of the upcoming centenary of his birth in June 2025. Tentatively titled A Tribute to the King, the album features such artists as Taj Mahal, Steve Earle, Charley Crockett, Lucinda Williams, Jon Cleary, C.J. Chenier, Sonny Landreth, Nathan Williams, Tommy McClain and Geno Delafose in a powerful showcase of Chenier’s music and influence.
