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The Louis Prima Story

on BBC Radio 2

New series 1/4. Guitarist
Steve Van Zandt recalls the life and career of musician, composer and king of the Las Vegas lounges Louis Prima , who died in 1978, aged 68. The series looks at Prima's birth in New Orleans, his film appearances and his appeal fora new generation of fans. The Italian Satchmo
A look at the cultural diversity that informed Prima's youth, his move to New York City, where he wrote the swing-era anthem Sing, Sing, Sing, which was a huge hit for Benny Goodman. Producer Owen McFadden

Contributors

Guitarist:
Steve van Zandt
Unknown:
Louis Prima
Unknown:
Benny Goodman.
Producer:
Owen McFadden

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