Dr. John

piano, guitar, vocals · 1940–2019 · New Orleans

Born Malcolm Rebennack in New Orleans, pianist, guitarist, and singer, he worked early on with Professor Longhair, whom he regarded as a father figure. His date of birth varies between 1940 and 1941.

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Styles

• New Orleans
• Blues, spirituals, work songs

Landmark tracks

• Makin' Whoopee (1989)

Cited in 3 radio episodes

• Apr 7, 2026: Du nouveau du côté de Dr John (Jazzlive, TSF Jazz, in French)
• Oct 12, 2022: DR JOHN ! (Bon Temps Rouler, TSF Jazz, in French)
• Sep 3, 2019: Hommage à Dr John (Bon Temps Rouler, TSF Jazz, in French)

Sources

• Encyclopedia.com : Dr. John
• NBC News : Dr. John dies at 77

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