Buckwheat Zydeco Jr., born in Lafayette, Louisiana on June 21, 1970, is a Grammy-winning multi-instrumentalist and frontman for the Ils Sont Partis Band, carrying forward his father's legacy in zydeco music. His career spans prestigious collaborations with renowned artists and numerous awards, including two Grammy Awards and an Emmy Award. Buckwheat continues to perform globally, blending traditional zydeco with contemporary influences while preserving Louisiana’s musical heritage.