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The Jazz Show with Jamie Cullum

Music: Jazz & Blues: Jazz

Jamie Cullum showcases his love of jazz, featuring live sessions and special guests

Jamie Cullum showcases his love for all types of jazz and music rooted in jazz, from its heritage to its future. Featuring live sessions and guests from around the world

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The Jazz Show with Jamie Cullum: 17/04/2012

Music: Jazz & Blues

17/04/2012

BBC Radio 2 - The Jazz Show with Jamie Cullum, 17/04/2012

Jamie meets one of his true musical heroes - the piano player, singer and composer Dr John

Jamie meets one of his true musical heroes - the piano player, singer and composer Dr John, who talks about his incredible life and career.

This week, Jamie meets one of his true musical heroes: the piano player, singer and composer Dr. John. 

Dr. John talks about his incredible life and career, from being brought up on the voodoo music of his home city New Orleans, and the influence of Professor Longhair; to being shot in the hand and consequently moving from playing the guitar to the piano. 

With a new album out this month, Dr. John also talks about his new project with Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys and inspiring a new generation of fans.

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