Dr. John still rocking it
by WhodatRuss on 6/13/10Coach House - Capistrano - San Juan CapistranoFor fans of this living legend, he will not disappoint! He is effortlessly cool and one of the most amazing musicians in the world.
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DR. JOHN IN CONCERT:
Jazz and funk bandleader Dr. John is known for bringing a medicine-show vibe to the stage as he stirs up a flamboyant witch’s brew for eager ticket buyers around the world. Bedecked in voodoo iconography as he sits behind his decorated pianos and keyboards, Dr. John summons a sound as mysterious and original as his native New Orleans. Fans can’t help grooving to bayou boogies and horn-heavy R&B numbers like “Right Place Wrong Time” and “Iko Iko” before the gravel-voiced singer slows it down for haunting ballads like “I Walk on Guilded Splinters” and “City Lights”. Still on a roll after 2012’s Locked Down, his Grammy-winning collaboration with The Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach, Dr. John’s stunning musicianship will keep fans spellbound long after the show is over.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Born and raised in New Orleans, Malcolm John Rebennack (AKA Dr. John) soaked up the rich musical history of his Louisiana French heritage. By the time he was in high school, he was already playing in nightclub bands and producing records for artists like James Booker and Earl King. The gifted young musician led several bands in the ‘50s and ‘60s but really hit his stride in 1968 with Gris-Gris, his debut album as Dr. John. His voodoo ritual-inspired live shows drew him out for extensive touring in the ‘60s and ‘70s and made dedicated fans out of influential artists like Eric Clapton and Mick Jagger. Dr. John scored his first Top 20 hit in 1973 with “Right Place Wrong Time”, which instantly established him as a leading ambassador of New Orleans funk. He went on to win six Grammys, starting with his 1989 win for Best Jazz Vocal Performance, Duo or Group for the song “Makin’ Whoopee”. He was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2011 thanks to decades of musical innovation and jaw-dropping performances. More than 50 years into his storied career, Dr. John still conjures serious magic and pulls out all the stops every time he takes the stage.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Rating: 4 out of 5 Dr. John rocked the Canyon!
by Randyon on 6/12/10The Canyon - Agoura HillsGreat show! Everyone was up on the dance floor or boogieing in their seats. We were in the right place at the right time!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 The good doctor does it again!
by Anonymous on 12/30/09House of Blues New Orleans - New OrleansA phenomenal artist. He played a variety of old songs and new, the opening act was amazing, and he kept it New Orleans.....i like it.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Dr. John w/ poor mix
by Anonymous on 12/27/09House of Blues New Orleans - New OrleansDr. John was as good as ever, as was the band. The sound was too loud however. Too much bass and percussion sound. There were nice things Dr. John was doing on the piano that couldn't really be appreciated over the cluttered mix. After about the fourth song, I could finally hear what Dr. John was singing. Somehow, the mix has to be corrected sooner than that. The sound woud've benefited from turning things down that drowned out others instead of always turning up what couldn't be heard. I don't like to leave a concert with my ears ringing.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 12/27/09House of Blues New Orleans - New Orleans Always good energy with the good Doctor plays in NO
Rating: 4 out of 5 dr john and the lower 911- excellent show
by josecuervo on 11/6/09Palladium Theater - St. Petersburgvery good show in a great venue. small, intimate setting, the warm up, the sauce boss bill wharton was fun to watch and played a smokin' guitar. dr john was better than i thought and put on a great show. his backing band, the lower 911 were excellent musicians and the whole show, smelling the sauce boss' gumbo while listening to dr john had that great funky new orleans feel.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Dr. John
by TazGirl on 8/5/09The Pageant - St LouisIt was well worth the money to see a legend like Dr. John. He played duo piano/organ and kept the crowd moving the entire show. Love the crazy magenta socks and his band totally rocks!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Lively Show
by boneramafan on 8/5/09The Pageant - St LouisDr John was such a fun show! It felt a little like being in New Orleans. The bass player was also incredible. Go see him if you have the chance!