Donald Harrison & Dr. John – Indian Blues (CD)
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Donald Harrison Jr. carries a title that runs deeper than music, he is a Big Chief in the Mardi Gras Indian tradition, a role passed down from his father, the legendary Chief Donald Harrison Sr. of the Guardians of the Flame. Dr. John, born Mac Rebennack, spent decades weaving those same Second Line and Indian traditions into his own sui generis vision of New Orleans. Together, these two represent a direct, living connection to the ceremonial roots beneath the city's music.
Big Chief Donald Harrison Jr. Is one of finest saxophonists of his generation. His resume includes long associations with Terrance Blanchard and Art Blakey throughout the 1980s. But the foundation of Harrison's music, and it's the soul of his music, comes from his lifelong participation in the culture of New Orleans, his home town. Here he pays tribute to that rich culture, and accompanied by non other than the legendary Dr. John. Both artists, the embodiment of New Orleans' music in their own right. The album features a mix of original compositions and jazz standards, all infused with the spirit and energy of New Orleans. Featuring the Mardi Gras Indian chants of The Guardians Of The Flame, this recording captures the magic of heritage New Orleans Mardi Gras music and wraps it all up in one package. Originally recorded at BMG Studios in New York City, May of 1991. Remastered by Bernie Grumman.
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UPC: 708857320325
Label: Candid
Release Date: 11.15.24
Format: CD