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What was Dr. John's real name?

  • John Rebennack Jr.

  • Malcolm John

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  • John Rebennack Sr.

Answer

Dr. John's real name was John Rebennack Jr. He was an American singer-songwriter, pianist, and guitarist known for his unique blend of blues, jazz, and funk. Rebennack adopted the stage name "Dr. John" in the late 1960s, inspired by a voodoo priest he had met in New Orleans.
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