Dr. John

Dr. John (1941–2019) was an American actor, singer-songwriter and keyboardist.

Also recorded as Mac Rebennack; Mac Rebennack - Dr. John; Dr. John & the Nighttripper; The Nighttripper; Dr. John Creaux; John Creaux.

Overview

Recorded at birth as Malcolm John Rebennack.

Also worked under the name Dr. John and Dr. John Creaux.

Born at New Orleans in 1941, died at New Orleans in 2019.

In detail

Dr. John studied at Jesuit High School. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is music, singing and music composing. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are rhythm and blues, rock music, blues and funk.

Distinctions recorded are Americana Lifetime Achievement Award for Performance, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, MOJO Awards and Blues Music Award.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Dr. John”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q511074: Dr. John

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