00:00 Dr. John is introduced. He discusses meeting Professor Longhair. Has been experimenting with solo piano, will be discussing techniques. 01:55 Dr. John grew up in New Orleans, the 3rd Ward on Jefferson Davis Parkway by Bank Street. His father sold records on Gentilly Road by Dillard University. He became familiar with local musicians and music venues. First studied guitar and piano, studied under musicians including Papoose (Walter “Papoose” Nelson Jr.). (Other names intelligible.) Began playing professionally around 15, or younger. Made recordings with Allen Toussaint, Charlie Williams (Clarence Williams?), Frank Fields, Red Tyler (Alvin “Red” Tyler), Lee Allen. “Storm Warning,” first recording for album that did not ultimately come out. 03:46 Discusses influence of Professor Longhair on his piano style. Moving to California to play with Harold Battiste. A.F.O. Band. Production of first commercial record, Gris Gris Record. Discusses the intersection of the traditional New Orleans musical influences in the Gris Gris Record with the psychedelic music popular at the time of it’s release. 06:41 Demonstration “Dorothy” written for Dr. John’s mother, recorded with A.F.O. Records in 1961 before it was later used as part of a solo album. 12:06 Discusses his past writing collaborators, including Doc Pomus and Jessie Hill. Production of “Right Place Wrong Time,” and working with Allen Toussant. Discusses record “In a Sentimental Mood.” 14:33 Discusses Professor Longhair’s tradition, it’s influence on his style, and Dr. John’s extensive music lessons on cassette tape. Dr. John explains how Longhair utilized different rhythms that would later be adopted by Rock and Roll, Rhythm & Blues and other genres. 16:12 Demonstration of Professor Longhair’s “Misery,” 19:14 Demonstration of “Junker’s Blues.” 23:10 Demonstration of “Bucket of Blood Type Blues,” Song title: “You Lied Too Much.” 26:45 Dr. John discusses his place in the tradition of New Orleans piano style. 27:42 Demonstration of Champion Jack Dupree song. 30:35 Interview ends