As far as audiophile provenance goes, few can match this release: it was engineered by the late, sorely-missed Dean Roumanis, a true 'golden ears' who worked for Mark Levinson and later Krell. The tracks were recorded on Levinson equipment, including a modified Studer deck, and the resultant sound was that of one of the most realistic, vivid piano sessions ever committed to disc, with Dr. John's raspy vocals matching the veracity. Naturally, it's predominantly New Orleans funk, but there are some surprises, too. This remastered edition adds an entire LP of bonus material, thus its worth has increased exponentially. I'm a long-term Dr. John fan, and this has a place in my 'Audiophile Top 30' - Hifi News

Funky, swampy, and soulful solo piano!

Expanded 2LP edition featuring unheard Mac Rebennack from the legendary sessions!

Lacquers cut by Kevin Gray and pressed at Citizen Vinyl

Includes liner notes by original album producer Jack Heyrman!

Previously unissued, first time on vinyl!

This 1981 album features pieces Dr. John loved and learned because they were favorites, or composed as dedications. All the selections were interpreted through his uniquely expressive New Orleans, barrelhouse,
jazz-blues, rock n' roll lens. A landmark album for the jazz musician, Mac Rebennack shows his skill not only as a jazz musician, but as a major influence on the genre as a whole.

At age 40, Mac Rebennack had built a unique career as a consummate session musician, arranger, band leader,
composer, and producer, long before he had donned the Dr. John persona. His new LP, Dr. John Plays Mac
Rebennack was intended to bring Mac's extraordinary genius as a pianist to the public's attention. As is so often the case, a series of serendipitous moments led to Mac's performance that night.

And though he would not speak to journalists about his two solo piano records for many years, for reasons
explained here later, most everyone in the music community considers these LPs to be among Mac's finest works.

Dorothy
Mac's Boogie
Memories of Professor Longhair
The Nearness of You
Delicado
Honey Dripper
Honey Dripper
New Island Midnight
Saints
Pinetop
Deep Blues
Careless Love
Ti-Na-Na
Wade in the Water
Blue Bridge
Kingfish Bridge
Dance a La Negres
Dorothy (take 2)
Beignet
Big Mac (alternate)
Wade in the Water (alternate)