For the past decade, the 27-year-old Lil’ Brian and the Zydeco Travelers have developed a reputation as one of the most innovative and musically talented zydeco bands on the scene. Drawing upon contemporary urban music while remaining respectful and true to zydeco’s bluesy roots, Lil’ Brian and the Zydeco Travelers have created a modern form of zydeco which they refer to as “Z-Funk.”

“We believe in Lil’ Brian and the Zydeco Travelers,” says Stanley “Buckwheat Zydeco” Dural, “and we think <...