Since you are interested in Dr. John's Gumbo, here is a list of other items that you may find interesting.
The Band
The Last Waltz (Original Soundtrack) [ Rhino Records / 2 CD - released 29/Sep/2003 ] The complete 30-song track listing from the original 1978 triple LP release, re-mixed by Robbie Robertson and newly re-mastered for incredible clarity! |
The Blind Boys of Alabama
Down in New Orleans [ Proper Records / CD - released 17/Dec/2007 ] The Blind Boys are backed here world-class New Orleans musicians: David Torkanowsky (piano), Roland Guerin (bass) and Shannon Powell (drums), plus legendary pianist/producer Allen Toussaint, The Preservation Hall Jazz Band, and the Hot 8 Brass Band. |
Dr. John and the Lower 911
Tribal [ 429 Records / CD - released 10/Mar/2011 ] A unique spicy mix of New Orleans funk and blues with a spiritual and Native flavor - featuring a track with Grammy winner Derek Trucks. |
Solomon Burke
Nothing's Impossible [ Shock Records / CD - released 26/Apr/2010 ] This magnificent album, destined to be an all-time essential in any library of classic soul, is a bittersweet triumph. 'Nothing's Impossible' delivers a dozen tracks of timeless soul magic in the purest Memphis style with the deepest Southern roots. |
Various Artists
Dixieland New Orleans [ Forum / CD - released 12/May/2008 ] Featuring super famous melodies such as "When The Saint's Go Marching In", "Down By The Riverside", "High Society" and "St. Louis Blues". |
Various Artists
New Orleans Funk: The Original Sound of Funk 1960 - 1975 [ Soul Jazz Records / 2 CD - released 31/Oct/2007 ] Featuring The Meters, The Neville Brothers, Lee Dorsey, Professor Longhair, Dr John, Zig Modeliste, Ernie K-Doe and much more!! |