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DR. JOHN ~ THINGS HAPPEN THAT WAY ROUNDER 888072427433 (Barcode: 888072427433) ~ USA ~ Jazz-Pop Fusion Recorded: 2019 Released: 2022 This is the 33rd and final studio album by iconic American singer / keyboardist / songwriter / bandleader Dr. JohnFind albums by this artist (a.k.a. Mac RebennackFind albums by this artist), released posthumously. It was recorded in New Orleans with a huge group of musicians, with brass arrangements, choirs, etc. Willie NelsonFind albums by this artist and Aaron NevilleFind albums by this artist guest on vocals each on one track. The album presents ten tracks, four of which are original songs by Dr. John and the rest are by other songwriters. Stylistically this album plays tribute to Country Music, but amalgamates all possible American musical styles, including the New Orleans musical roots and traditions, and spans many genres, including Gospel, Blues, Voodoo and of course Jazz and it is one of the most elaborate and diverse albums Dr. John ever recorded, proving again that he was one of America’s most talented musicians of all time. His idiosyncratic vocals, piano playing, sense of humor and general approach to music remain as one of the most recognizable symbols of American music. Overall, this is another gem of American music, which deserves to be remembered and a lot can be learned from it about how to combine cross-genre musical sources to create a perfect amalgam, which is simply everlasting. Blues, Soul and vocal Jazz enthusiasts should love this album to bits, as I obviously do as well.

Updated: 09/02/2024Posted: 09/02/2024

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