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.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady groove for dancing celebratory vibes with friends rich cultural storytelling throughout
- 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.
- If you like
- funk, R&B, Dixieland jazz
Dr. John's Gumbo is an album by Dr. John, released in 1972. A vibrant celebration of New Orleans music that blends blues, funk, and rock with rich cultural storytelling. 'Dr. John's Gumbo' is significant for its role in popularizing New Orleans classic songs and rhythms, influencing both the funk movement and Southern rock genre. The album received critical acclaim upon release and continues to be regarded as a benchmark of New Orleans music, featuring tracks that have become standards in the American music repertoire. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dr. John's Gumbo sound like?
A vibrant celebration of New Orleans music that blends blues, funk, and rock with rich cultural storytelling. Rooted in funk and R&B.
What makes Dr. John's Gumbo by Dr. John notable?
'Dr. John's Gumbo' is significant for its role in popularizing New Orleans classic songs and rhythms, influencing both the funk movement and Southern rock genre. The album received critical acclaim upon release and continues to be regarded as a benchmark of New Orleans music, featuring tracks that have become standards in the American music repertoire. 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.
Who is Dr. John's Gumbo for?
Dr. John's Gumbo works well if you're into steady groove for dancing, celebratory vibes with friends and rich cultural storytelling throughout.
How many songs are on Dr. John's Gumbo?
Dr. John's Gumbo has 12 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Iko Iko Standout 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 Standout 3:57
- 7 Junko Partner 4:30
- 8 Stack‐A‐Lee 3:29
- 9 Tipitina Standout 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
Release Date
April 20, 1972
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
39 min 48 sec
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