A significant early influence was the second-line piano style of Professor Longhair.

Professor Longhair and Ray Charles were among his important influences.

Professor Longhair's particular style was known locally as rumba-boogie.

The name was inspired by a well-known song by Professor Longhair who also performed there until his death in 1980.

Professor Longhair (1918-1980, a blues singer and pianist also known as "Fess"

Scanlan had also, not long before, been a member of Professor Longhair's touring band.

As a young musician he performed with Professor Longhair.

New Orleans Piano is a 1972 album by Professor Longhair.

Eddie's mother was a self-taught pianist in the style of friend, Professor Longhair.

When he was about 13 or 14 years old, Dr. John met Professor Longhair.