Name: Ske Dat De Dat - The Spirit of Satch
Brand: Dr John

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

LMCD221S

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2020-06-05

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Proper

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5052442013648

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

LMLP221

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5052442013563

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Dr John

Genre GB

Blues / Gospel

Label GB

The Last Music Company

Malcolm John Rebennack, better known as Dr. John, was an American singer and songwriter born on November 20, 1941 in New Orleans, Louisiana. His music blended blues, pop, jazz, boogie woogie and rock and roll.

From a young age, Dr. John was influenced by the legendary Roy Byrd (aka Professor Longhair) and immersed himself in the vibrant music and voodoo cultures of New Orleans. He gained recognition as Mac Rebennack while playing the organ in strip-clubs with various bands in the French Quarter.

In 1957, Dr. John got his first break as a session guitarist with Ace Records under John Vincent. He worked alongside notable musicians at Cosimo V. Matassa's studio and collaborated with Harold Battiste's 'All For One' co-operative to produce several singles.

In 1962, Dr. John moved to California where he played on Sam Cooke's final recording session before embarking on extensive session work around LA. With Battiste's help, he developed his persona as "Dr. John Creaux, The Night Tripper" while working on Sonny & Cher's sessions for their album "Gris-Gris".

Dr. John's distinctive style caught attention upon the release of his album "Gris-Gris" in 1968 which allowed him to explore various aspects of Louisiana blues and

Dr. John's album, 'Ske-Dat-De-Dat The Spirit of Satch', pays heartfelt tribute to another larger-than-life New Orleans legend: the seminal trumpeter and vocalist Louis 'Satchmo' Armstrong, whose musical innovations created the template for 20th-century jazz, and whose playful attitude and life-embracing spirit made him a beloved figure whose worldwide appeal transcended music. The album honours Armstrong's musical genius as well as his effervescent personality with 13 classic numbers drawn from various phases of Armstrong's five-decade career, with Dr. John joined by a stellar supporting cast that manages to update the material while maintaining the music's timeless emotional appeal. In addition to Dr. John's trademark vocals and piano, and backup from some of New Orleans' finest musicians, 'Ske-Dat-De-Dat The Spirit of Satch' features a stellar assortment of guest singers and players. Bonnie Raitt shares the spotlight on a swinging reading of 'I've Got the World On A String,' Ledisi and the McCrary Sisters lend gospel authority to 'Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen,' Anthony Hamilton is featured on a mournful 'Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child,' Shemekia Copeland trades verses with Dr. John on a playful reworking on 'Sweet Hunk O' Trash,' and the Blind Boys of Alabama lend their powerful voices to 'What A Wonderful World' and 'Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams.'

Ske Dat De Dat - The Spirit of Satch

Music GB