Magic happens when the first notes of “Funny How Time Slips Away,” the opening track on Dr. John’s final studio album, glide out of the speakers. Malcolm John “Mac” Rebennack Jr.’s velvety, bluesy piano trills provide the swaying musical gait […]
When I saw a notice online for David Bromberg’s Big Noise Festival I was immediately interested. The lineup of The David Bromberg Big Band, Dr. John, Anders Osborne, Chris Robinson Brotherhood, Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams and Front Country consisted of […]
I have always wanted to attend the 30A Songwriters Festival in Florida’s panhandle. Not because it’s four days in warmer climes in the middle of winter, but because when I first began my musical quest for the holy grails I […]
There are fewer bigger parties than Mardi Gras. Come to think of it, there isn’t a bigger party. When you bring the party to Music City, well be prepared to boogie down till the break of dawn. The legendary Dr. […]
As an artist primarily known for albums and live performance, it’s hard to imagine anyone but the most ardent Dr. John record collectors being able to name more than two or three of his singles. “Right Place Wrong Time” comes […]
