Voodoo Hex is an album by Dr. John, released in 2010. Voodoo Hex includes a.o. the following tracks: â??Tipitinaâ?, â??Zu Zu Manâ?, â??New Orleansâ?, â??Bald Headedâ? and more. The album is a jazz CD. - 19 TRACKS ANTHOLOGY
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"Voodoo Hex" is a compelling CD release by Dr. John, one of the key architects of New Orleans' mystical, groove-driven sound. On this album, listeners can expect a rich blend of swampy rhythms, blues-soaked piano, and a dark, hypnotic atmosphere that evokes night-time streets, candlelit rituals, and the deep spiritual traditions of Louisiana. The production highlights Dr. John's trademark mixture of funk, blues, R&B and voodoo-flavoured storytelling, with arrangements that feel both vintage and timeless. "Voodoo Hex" is aimed at fans of soulful, roots-oriented music who appreciate distinctive songwriting, haunting grooves and an authentic, mood-laden sound world rather than mainstream pop polish. It's an ideal pick for collectors of classic New Orleans music and for anyone looking to expand their blues and roots library with a CD that rewards repeated listening.
Dr. John (Mac Rebennack) is celebrated as a pioneering singer, songwriter and pianist who helped carry the spirit of New Orleans music into the rock and pop era. Known for his gravelly voice, percussive piano style and theatrical stage persona steeped in voodoo imagery, he became internationally recognized with albums like "Gris-Gris" and "In the Right Place" and with the hit single "Right Place, Wrong Time." Over his long career he won multiple Grammy Awards, collaborated with icons from across genres, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. His work is widely praised for fusing rhythm & blues, funk, jazz, and psychedelic elements into a distinctive, deeply atmospheric sound, making any Dr. John release an essential discovery for fans of music with character and history.
The CD is released by Cleopatra / Cargo, a partnership known for cultivating distinctive, sometimes genre-spanning catalogues. Cleopatra Records has built a strong reputation for reissues, special editions and niche releases in rock, punk, gothic, electronic and classic artist catalogues, with a focus on collectors and passionate music fans. Cargo, as a distribution and label operation, is recognized for bringing independent and alternative music to wider audiences while preserving artistic identity and high production standards. Together, Cleopatra / Cargo stand for carefully curated releases, attractive packaging concepts and a commitment to keeping important catalog and cult artists accessible on physical formats like CD for discerning listeners and collectors.