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How Do Voodoo, I'm Doctor John

Jacoba Atlas, Melody Maker, 27 June 1970

DR. JOHN The Night Tripper is an original. Claiming to be a high priest of voodoo, Mac Rebennack (his given name) is also one of the most highly skilled and creative musicians in America. Using his pseudonym, Rebennack records for Atco Records and glorifies all aspects of "white" or "good Voodoo."

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