Few tunes are so genuinely New Orleans as the Earl King penned “Big Chief.” Though King wrote the song, it was made famous and catapulted to legendary status by Professor Longhair in 1964. Below, Dr. John calls on Earl King to join Professor Longhair and The Meters for an evening closing version of “Big Chief.” Basically, you’re seeing the DNA of New Orleans music as we know it today all on stage together. Good stuff.

Since we’re on the subject. I’m looking to expand my New Orleans music collection and am seeking your recommended artists and albums. If you’ve got something our ears should hear, please do drop us a comment.

Side Note: If the song sounds familiar to you, it could be by way of Lily Allen’s “Knock ‘Em Out,” which sampled the driving piano part that makes the song such a beauty.