Mac Rebennack Performance Series, Part 4: Tribute to James Carroll Booker, III.
New Orleans pianist Mac Rebbenack pays tribute to James Carroll Booker, III - his pick as the greatest New Orleans pianist. This is part four of a seven-part performance series with Rebennack, also known as Dr. John.
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