New Orleans heavy metal institution Down are back — this time with a groove-laden tribute to hometown hero Dr. John.
The band have unveiled a special cover of “Right Place, Wrong Time,” the funk-soaked classic originally released as the lead single from Dr. John‘s 1973 album In the Right Place. The track went on to become the most popular single of his career and has since popped up everywhere from Dazed and Confused to American Horror Story: Coven.
Down‘s version arrives just in time for Mardi Gras, complete with an accompanying video shot last March by Mike Holderbeast. The clip doubles as a loving homage to Dr. John‘s legendary appearances on The Midnight Special, the late-night musical variety show that aired from 1972 to 1981.
Frontman Philip H. Anselmo explains the deep personal connection behind the track: “Dr. John‘s ‘Right Place, Wrong Time’ is probably one of the first songs I ever learned or knew of as a kid. We grew up in the French Quarter and Dr. John‘s music was everywhere. Recording this song was something that I always wanted to do and I’m happy that I did it with Down. The video was an absolute blast to make. Even my mom is in it! Because of her, I know Dr. John‘s music very well.”
Stand by for updates on new Down music in the months to come, and go see ’em at one of the below dates.
6/3 Sweden Rock Festival Norje, SE
6/5 Mystic Fest Poland Gdańsk, PL
6/21 Hellfest Clisson, FR
10/3 Aftershock Sacramento, CA
10/24 Sick New World Texas Fort Worth, TX
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