Dr. John

Sun Moon & Herbs Dr. John

*'The Sun Moon & Herbs'* by **Dr. John** is described by * Allmusic* as *"dark and swampy"* and *"best listened to on a hot, muggy night with the sound of thunder rumbling off in the distance like jungle drums".* The center-piece of the album is * 'Familiar Reality,'* a long cut based on one evil-sounding Stones-type riff. As usual, **Dr. John's** strength lies in his galvanizing; mesmerizing choruses. The ones on *'Black John the Conqueror'* and *'File Gumbo'* are unforgettable.

He performed a wildly theatrical stage show at the Bath Festival of Blues and Progressive music, inspired by medicine shows, Mardi Gras costumes and voodoo ceremonies. This eventually resulted in his signature *'voodoo'* music style.