Original master studio tape for “Little Song” by Dr. John, preserving a rare first-generation recording artifact from the legendary New Orleans artist’s studio archive.

Master tapes occupy a uniquely important position within recording history, representing the closest surviving source to the original recorded performance. Known for blending New Orleans rhythm and blues traditions with psychedelic rock, funk, jazz, and Creole influences, Dr. John created a body of work that remains foundational to American music.

Housed in its original Scotch 206 professional tape box with handwritten studio notation reading “Little Song / Dr. John,” the tape survives as a striking piece of recording history from an artist whose studio archives remain exceptionally elusive.

Key Details & Collectability

 · Original master studio tape for “Little Song”

 · Recorded by Dr. John

 · Handwritten studio notation on reverse of box

 · Rare archival master tape format

 · Significant New Orleans music recording artifact