Chris Strachwitz (1931-2023)

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

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