Louis Prima
- Type: Classic Bandleader
- Country: United States
- Born: December 7, 1910 in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
- Died: 24 August 1978, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Biography
Louis Prima (December 7, 1910 - August 24, 1978) was born into a musical family in New Orleans. His family emigrated from Sicily, Italy, and after a brief stay in Argentina settled in the United States. Prima studied violin for several years as a child. His older brother Leon was a well regarded local bandleader. Prima was proud of his heritage, and made a point of letting the audience know at every performance that he was Italian-American and from New Orleans.
Genres
Louis Prima Discography
- The Wildest! (1956) - Album - rated 4.03/5
- The Wildest Show at Tahoe (1957) - Album - rated 3.97/5
- The Call of the Wildest (1957) - Album - rated 3.87/5
- Las Vegas Prima Style (1958) - Album - rated 3.91/5