This 2022 album compiles previously unreleased material from the final decade of Dr. John’s life, showcasing his enduring mastery of blues, gospel, and Americana.
- The album was completed and released posthumously by Rounder Records in 2022.
- It features material recorded over the last ten years of Dr. John's life, after his previous studio album, "Ske-Dat-Dat-Dat: The Grateful Dead Tribute."
- The release includes covers of songs by Hank Williams and Joe Tex, alongside original compositions.
Dr. John, the New Orleans R. & B. icon, was a songwriter, singer, and pianist who transcended genres like blues, rock, and funk. His career, which spanned over six decades, was marked by a distinctive vocal style and a deep connection to his native Louisiana. In 2022, the Rounder label released "Things Happen That Way," a posthumous collection of songs completed from sessions recorded over the last decade of his life.
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