Another legendary local has died.
New Orleans and the world have lost another legend. Mac Rebennack better known as Dr. John died this morning. He truly was one of the greatest musicians this city has ever produced. It is a very sad day. pic.twitter.com/FhzN5cosWG
— Eric Paulsen WWL-TV (@EPaulsenWWL) June 6, 2019
As reported by WWLTV’s Eric Paulsen on Twitter, Mac Rebennack AKA Dr. John, blues musician and New Orleans torch-bearer, passed away this morning at the age of 77 of a heart attack, his family has stated:
“As a Rock N Roll Hall of Fame inductee, six-time Grammy winner, songwriter, composer, producer, and performer, he created a unique blend of music which carried his home town, New Orleans, at its’ heart, as it was always in his heart.”
We at Big Easy Magazine express our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the city he loved. Feel free to share your memories of Dr. John’s iconic music and being with us in the comments and on social media.
