The Ultimate Dr. John
Dr. John · 1987
54 min · 14 tracks · funk · R&B · Dixieland jazz
A vibrant fusion of New Orleans rhythms, bluesy grooves, and funk-infused melodies that captures Dr. John's spirit.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- joyful dance party atmosphere
- vibrant rhythms for celebration
- nostalgic grooves with flair
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- wave-like pacing keeps engagement
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer long, introspective pieces
- seek heavy, serious themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1987, 'The Ultimate Dr. John' serves as a comprehensive compilation showcasing the artist's eclectic sound and musical evolution. This album arrives after his Grammy-winning success with 'In the Right Place' (1973) and highlights his role in popularizing New Orleans music styles during the 1970s and beyond.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Professor Longhair· Allen Toussaint· The Meters
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Right Place Wrong Time 2:52
- 2 Such a Night 2:55
- 3 Traveling Mood 2:47
- 4 What Comes Around (Goes Around) 3:10
- 5 Me - You = Loneliness 3:05
- 6 Let’s Make a Better World 2:53
- 7 Iko Iko 4:02
- 8 Let the Good Times Roll 3:54
- 9 Junko Partner 4:28
- 10 Those Lonely Lonely Nights 2:32
- 11 Hugh Smith Medley: High Blood Pressure / Don't You Just Know It / Well I'll Be John Brown 3:16
- 12 Mardi Gras Day 8:08
- 13 Mama Roux 2:57
- 14 I Walk on Guilded Splinters 7:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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