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Tag: Dr. John

Obituaries

New Orleans Music Legend Dr. John Dies at 77

World Music Central News Room June 6, 2019 No Comments Dr. JohnLouisiana music

Influential New Orleans pianist and singer-songwriter Mac Rebennack, better known as Dr. John, died June 6, 2019 of a heart attack. “Malcolm John Rebennack Jr.—known…

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Dr. John and Henry Butler to Perform at The Town Hall in NYC Tomorrow

World Music Central News Room June 14, 2017 No Comments Dr. JohnHenry ButlerLouisiana musicNew Orleans

Two of the finest performers of New Orleans Music are set to perform together at The Town Hall in New York City tomorrow, June 15,…

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Artist Profiles: Dr. John

Angel Romero February 2, 2017 No Comments bluesDr. JohnJazzNew OrleanspianoUnited States of America

Dr. John, or Mac Rebennack as known to friends and family, stands alongside of Louis Armstrong and Fats Domino as one of New Orleans’ all-time…

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