Congratulations to our 2025 Folk Hero winner,

JEAN BAYOU!!!

Jean Bayou is a singer-songwriter and composer, an intuitive multi-instrumentalist whose original music is informed by diverse life experiences and strong community connections. Known for her electric stage presence, storytelling, and warm alto voice, Jean has moved audiences from Paris, France to Washington D.C. (her songwriting community homebase) to her stomping ground, New Orleans and now Delaware.

Jean has been a music non-profit executive, facilitating the work of talented singer-songwriters, and is now focused on performing throughout the U.S. and abroad, pursuing her passion of connecting with people through music.

https://jeanbayou.com/