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Dr. John, the celebrated New Orleans pianist and vocalist, opens his autobiography to reveal a life immersed in the city’s rhythm‑and‑blues culture. From a 1950s childhood steeped in Little Richard and Fats Domino, through a turbulent early career involving touring, studio work, and brushes with the law, he narrates how he forged a distinctive sound blending funk, soul, and psychedelic rock.
His memoir traces the creation of iconic recordings such as *Gris‑Gris*, *Gumbo*, and “Right Place, Wrong Time,” which earned him worldwide acclaim and millions of sales. In the 1980s, after overcoming addiction, he returned to his roots with jazz‑inflected albums like *In a Sentimental Mood* and *Goin’ Back to New Orleans*, capturing critical praise and Grammy recognition.
Through vivid storytelling, Dr. John shares the soul of New Orleans, the gritty realities of street life, and his evolution into a celebrated figure in American music history.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: John Dr.
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