Recordings

About the Album

Dancing Cat Records is announcing the second in a series of posthumous albums by solo pianist George Winston. This album is a departure from his usual folk piano style, and celebrates one of George's main influences, New Orleans piano musician Professor Longhair, known as Fess to his fans. The album contains  7 original compositions by George Winston and 7 songs written by Professor Longhair along with a cover of Earl King's "Big Chief".  

Experience the soul of New Orleans in George Winston's "Beloved: A Celebration of Professor Longhair", a captivating tribute to the legendary pianist's timeless grooves and rhythms. Officially out on April 18th, 2025.

Pre-save the full album or pre-order a physical copy HERE and give a listen to the first two singles, "Big Chief" and "Dance Home" below!

 

Track Listing

  1. Dance Home
  2. Ball the Wall
  3. Tipitina 1
  4. Basketball
  5. Big Chief
  6. After Sundown
  7. How Long Has That Train Been Gone
  8. Doin' It
  9. In the Night
  10. Walk Your Blues Away
  11. Trains
  12. Fess Boogie
  13. Hey Now Baby
  14. Rolling Blues
  15. Dr. Professor Holly
  16. Tipitina 2