DOWN Debut Video For Dr. John Cover “Right Place, Wrong Time”

Down have returned with their first newly issued music in years, unveiling a cover of “Right Place, Wrong Time”, originally released in 1973 by New Orleans icon Dr. John. The sludge metal supergroup paired the tribute with a music video filmed by Mike Holderbeast, timed to coincide with this year’s Mardi Gras celebrations.

The track highlights the band’s deep regional ties, with vocalist Philip H. Anselmo reflecting on the song’s personal significance and cultural presence throughout his upbringing.

“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.”

While the release serves as a standalone homage, attention remains fixed on the group’s long-anticipated next studio album — their first full-length since 2007. Recording activity throughout 2025 indicated progress behind the scenes, though official details surrounding its completion or release timetable have yet to be revealed.

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