Listen: Right Place, Wrong Time / Dr. John
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I recall while living in London during the early 70′s, Dr. John, The Night Tripper, who had by now shortened his stage name, or maybe Atco did the the shortening, to Dr. John, visited London for a handful of shows. The press and beautiful people were drooling. Despite ‘Right Place, Wrong Time’ not being a UK chart hit, unlike in the US, those in the know weren’t fussed. It was a classic, way more important than a chart number. These hommies knew and besides, Dr. John was the real, real, real deal. I believe the show happened at the Rainbow.
Of course, Ronnie Wood couldn’t cut the media line fast enough to be name checked as a supporter. A leopard don’t change it’s spots, as Screamin’ Jay Hawkins once rightfully proclaimed.
But for true authenticity, Charlie Watts stepped into the spotlight to affirm his excitement.
Dr. John has many great singles, basically all of them. ‘Right Place, Wrong Time’ was just one.
Tags: Atco, Charlie Watts, Dr. John, Ronnie Wood, Screamin' Jay Hawkins