Dr. John

The Profile

American singer, songwriter, and pianist from New Orleans, famed for a voodoo‑soaked blend of R&B, funk, blues, and psychedelic colors; rose with Gris‑Gris (1968), scored “Right Place Wrong Time” (1973), and earned late‑career acclaim with Locked Down (2012). Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2011; died in 2019.

Born 1941 in New Orleans; real name Malcolm John Rebennack Jr.; active 1950s–2019; Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee (2011); six Grammy Awards; signature hit “Right Place Wrong Time” (1973); collaborated with Dan Auerbach on Locked Down (2012); died 2019.

One review digs into Locked Down, praising Dan Auerbach’s production and Dr. John’s revitalized blend of funk, soul, voodoo hues, and jazz‑blues. Highlights include Getaway, Revolution, and the organ‑guitar sparks in the title track. Another entry on Gris‑Gris is a placeholder with a neutral 3/5 rating. Overall sentiment skews positive toward the late‑career surge.