John Boutté was born and raised in New Orleans, the brother of singer Lillian Boutté, and came up steeped in the city's rich musical traditions. His voice — a warm, supple instrument capable of tremendous tenderness and power — made him a fixture of the Frenchmen Street scene long before the rest of the world caught on.
Boutté spent years building his reputation in the clubs and churches of New Orleans, absorbing gospel, R&B, jazz, and the city's unique Creole musical heritage into a style entirely his own. His work spans original compositions and beloved standards, always animated by an emotional honesty that is instantly recognizable.
