Released in honor of the band's twenty-fifth anniversary, the film contains the complete performance from their January 31, 2004 concert at Tipitina's nightclub in New Orleans, and features guest appearances by a wide variety of other musicians.
Vidacovich also gives regular workshops at the New Orleans venue Tipitina's.
The building itself was constructed in 1912, and prior to becoming Tipitina's, it served as a gambling house, gymnasium, and brothel.
Willem McCormick played locally on the New Orleans scene at such popular venues as Muddy Waters, Tipitina's and Jimmy's while earnestly self promoting the band both independently and with the help of co-promoter Bowen.
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The name is taken from the classic New Orleans piano tune, "Tipitina", written by Professor Longhair.
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Fats Domino has dedicated proceeds from his latest musical release to the foundation.