The cover to this album made it look like this might be some sort of voodoo zombie themed novelty record, but it proved to be a lot more interesting than that first impression. Dr. John (a.k.a. Mac Rebennack) was a session musician from New Orleans who was working with Sonny and Cher, when a gap in the schedules gave him some studio time for himself. He put together a band and recorded this glorious mix of swampy R&B and creole rhythms that really does evoke misty bayous, moonless nights and something strange lurking in the darkness. Swamp-tastic!
