Alternately known as just Deacon John, this longtime New Orleans R&B performer and session musician (also known early on as Johnny Moore ) earned his nickname 'Deacon' from an old bandmate for his kept clean-cut, church ready look. During the mid 60's he formed a band called "Deacon John and the Ivories" backing up Irma Thomas, Art & Aaron Neville, Benny Spellman, Oliver Morgan, and others, performing for High School Dances. Over the years he's remained a regional obscurity