City Lights
Dr. John · 1978
38 min · 8 tracks · funk · R&B · Dixieland jazz
A vibrant blend of New Orleans funk and blues wrapped in rich, soulful melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady groove for social gatherings
- soulful melodies for evening relaxation
- rich textures for headphone listening
- playful rhythms for dancing
- warm vibes for late-night chats
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy anthems
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1978, 'City Lights' was Dr. John's seventh studio album and marked a transitional phase as he moved towards more polished production after his earlier rawer works. This album followed the successful 'In the Right Place' (1973) and showcased his versatility beyond traditional New Orleans music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Professor Longhair· Allen Toussaint· The Meters
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dance the Night Away with You 4:20
- 2 Street Side 5:59
- 3 Wild Honey 4:08
- 4 Rain 4:47
- 5 Snake Eyes 6:44
- 6 Fire of Love 3:21
- 7 Sonata/He's a Hero 5:18
- 8 City Lights 3:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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