{"product_id":"dr-john-dr-johns-gumbo","title":"Dr John's Gumbo","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eReleased in 1972, Dr. John’s Gumbo stands as a landmark love letter to the Crescent City, capturing the humid, rhythmic soul of New Orleans in a way few records ever have. After spending several years shrouded in the feathers and voodoo mysticism of his \"Night Tripper\" persona, Mac Rebennack (Dr. John) stepped out from behind the smoke to pay homage to the piano professors and street singers who raised him. Although the album was actually recorded in Los Angeles, the presence of legendary New Orleans expats like saxophonist Lee Allen ensured that the \"second line\" swing remained entirely authentic. The result is a masterfully curated \"funknology\" of local standards; ranging from the high-stepping Mardi Gras anthem \"Iko Iko\" to the gritty, shuffling blues of \"Junko Partner.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eWhat makes \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"11\"\u003eGumbo\u003c\/i\u003e so enduring is Dr. John’s ability to modernize traditional R\u0026amp;B without stripping away its soul. By reimagining the works of his mentors, particularly the rolling barrelhouse piano of Professor Longhair on tracks like \"Tipitina,\" he bridged the gap between the mid-century golden age of New Orleans music and the funky, rock-infused landscape of the early 70s. His gravel-flecked vocals and virtuosic keyboard work turned the \"Huey Smith Medley\" into a non-stop boogie-rock celebration, effectively saving the city's signature sound from becoming a museum piece. Decades later, the album remains the definitive sonic equivalent of its namesake: a rich, messy, and deeply satisfying blend of African rhythms, Caribbean flavours, and American R\u0026amp;B that continues to serve as the gateway for anyone seeking the true heartbeat of New Orleans.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dr John","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53541892358487,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0978\/8083\/4391\/files\/dr-john-gumbo-australian-vinyl-lp-album-record-svl516-497703_2048x2105_jpg.webp?v=1778761607","url":"https:\/\/goodcuplondon.com\/products\/dr-john-dr-johns-gumbo","provider":"Goodcup","version":"1.0","type":"link"}