Dr. John's Gumbo released in 1972 is the fifth album byNew Orleans singer and pianistDr. John, a tribute to the music of his native city. The album is a collection ofcovers ofNew Orleans classics, played by a major figure in the city's music. It marked the beginning of Dr. John's transition away from the eccentric stage character that earned him a cult following, and toward a more straightforward image based on New Orleans' R&B traditions.
In 2012, the album was ranked number 404 onRolling Stone magazine's list ofthe 500 greatest albums of all time.[5] The album cover was shot in front of the huge mural adorning the wall of The Farmer John Company (also seen in the movieCarrie), located at Soto Street and Vernon inVernon, California. The album was on theBillboard 200 charts for eleven weeks, charting as high as #112 on June 24, 1972.[6]
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