Lee Allen Zeno
American bassist (1954–2026)
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Lee Allen Zeno (October 6, 1954 – May 3, 2026) was an American bassist.
Life and career
Zeno was born in Lafayette, Louisiana, on October 6, 1954.[1] He was the longtime bassist for Buckwheat Zydeco. He was also a session musician, contributing to the works of Bobby Rush, Irma Thomas and The Neville Brothers.[2]
He earned two Grammy Awards. His first was at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards for his contribution to the Buckwheat Zydeco album Lay Your Burden Down. At the 66th Annual Grammy Awards, he won the Best Regional Roots Music Album for his work on the Buckwheat Zydeco album New Beginnings. He also was nominated during the 64th Annual Grammy Awards for his contribution to the Corey Ledet album Corey Ledet Zydeco.
Zeno died from leukemia on May 3, 2026, at the age of 71.[3]