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Vor 3 Tagen · Professor Longhair, also known as Henry Roeland Byrd, was a pioneering American pianist and singer who played a crucial role in shaping the sound of New Orleans rhythm and blues. Born on December 19, 1918, in Bogalusa, Louisiana, Longhair’s unique blend of blues, boogie-woogie, and Afro-Cuban rhythms made him a beloved figure in ...
29. Mai 2024 · Two recent New Orleans screenings of Professor Longhair, Rugged and Funky, the marvelous full-length documentary about the New Orleans singer-pianist who inspired generations of musicians, raised funds to cover music licensing fees for the nearly complete project.
13. Mai 2024 · She Walks Right In is a shining example of Professor Longhair’s musical prowess. His intricate piano playing, characterized by syncopated rhythms, distinct trills, and energetic improvisations, adds depth and complexity to the song. It exemplifies his unique style that became synonymous with New Orleans piano music.
Vor 4 Tagen · This may seem strange to the reader, but the name that popped up in my mind when listening to this music was that of Professor Longhair (Henry Roeland Byrd), the great New Orleans pianist-composer whose music was so rhythmically complex, using Creole and other musical influences, that he even fascinated Art Tatum.
16. Mai 2024 · Professor Longhair’s rendition of “Mardi Gras in New Orleans” captures the spirit of the celebration with its upbeat tempo, catchy melodies, and the infectious whistling that adds an extra layer of joy. The song embodies the soul and essence of the city, serving as a love letter to New Orleans and its unique cultural tapestry.
24. Mai 2024 · Tipitina is a song performed by the legendary New Orleans musician, Professor Longhair. Originally released on his 1974 PBS Soundstage performance, this song has become a quintessential piece of New Orleans rhythm and blues repertoire.
Vor 2 Tagen · T exas is about the only musical mecca these overhyped Scottish media darlings don’t visit on this tepid disc.. Instead, these blue-eyed soul-popsters travel to Minneapolis to ape Prince’s booty-knocking soul, swing by Memphis to swipe a little of the Rev. Al Green’s heavenly style and then settle down in Motown, where they spend most of the album copping Marvin Gaye and Diana Ross’s ...
