Dr. John's Gumbo cover

Dr. John's Gumbo

Dr. John · 1972

39 min · 12 tracks · funk · R&B · Dixieland jazz

A vibrant celebration of New Orleans music that blends blues, funk, and rock with rich cultural storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady groove for dancing
  • celebratory vibes with friends
  • rich cultural storytelling throughout
  • for lively gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking intense emotional depth
  • prefer lengthy immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on April 20, 1972, 'Dr. John's Gumbo' was Dr. John's third studio album, following his debut 'Gris-Gris' in 1968 and the more mainstream 'Right Place, Wrong Time' in 1973. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his unique sound inspired by his Louisiana roots, blending various genres and showcasing his distinctive voice and piano skills.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Iko Iko 4:15
  • 2 Blow Wind Blow 3:14
  • 3 Big Chief 3:26
  • 4 Somebody Changed the Lock 2:43
  • 5 Mess Around 3:13
  • 6 Let the Good Times Roll 3:57
  • 7 Junko Partner 4:30
  • 8 Stack‐A‐Lee 3:29
  • 9 Tipitina 2:09
  • 10 Those Lonely Lonely Nights 2:32
  • 11 Huey Smith Medley: a) High Blood Pressure / b) Don’t You Just Know It / c) Well I’ll Be John Brown 3:18
  • 12 Little Liza Jane 2:59

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