LOUIS PRIMA JR. AND THE WITNESSES FEATURING SARAH SPIEGEL CELEBRATE THE RELEASE OF THEIR DEBUT ALBUM, ‘RETURN OF THE WILDEST!’ AT PARIS LAS VEGAS ALONG WITH A PERFORMANCE ON KVVU-TV / FOX 5′S ‘MORE SHOW’
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Prima Jr. and his wild band will entertain fans at the Las Vegas Wranglers hockey game December 1 and on Access Hollywood Live December 14
Louis Prima Jr. and his wild band The Witnesses Featuring Sarah Spiegel rocked out at Napoleon’s at Paris Las Vegas on November 27 in celebration of the release of their independent debut album, Return of the Wildest!, on Warrior Records. Earlier that day, they made an appearance on KVVU-TV’s FOX More Show.
Prima Jr., the son of legendary singer and bandleader Louis Prima, will perform with his band on December 1 at the Las Vegas Wranglers hockey game, who will take on the Orlando Solar Bears at the Orleans Arena.
Following their show-stopping performance this fall, LPJ and the band will reappear on Access Hollywood Live hosted by Billy Bush and Kit Hoover on December 14 for a special holiday performance.
In January 2013, they will kick off a stint on the east coast with shows in New York and Florida. Click here to view the performance schedule.
Prima Jr. has enjoyed a string of performances this fall in support of Return of the Wildest!, including a headlining spot at the 11th Annual Galbani Italian Feast of San Gennaro L.A. hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and Adam Carolla, along with numerous shows on the east coast including his former hometown of New Orleans.
Return of the Wildest!, distributed by Warrior Records/Universal Music Distribution, has been racking up glowing reviews and praise from critics and fans alike since its release this summer.
For the latest news and updates, visit www.louisprimajr.com.
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ROCK OUT ON THE JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! STAGE
DURING PRIMA NOTTE AT THE
GALBANI ITALIAN FEAST OF SAN GENNARO L.A.
Louis Prima Jr.- the son of the late legendary singer and bandleader Louis Prima- along with his powerhouse band The Witnesses featuring Sarah Spiegel, rocked the house, bringing many to their feet during “Prima Notte” (“first night”) at the 11th Annual Galbani Italian Feast of San Gennaro L.A.
Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel (chairman of the Galbani Italian Feast of San Gennaro) and Adam Carolla, LPJ and his wild band headlined at the packed VIP-only Opening Night Fundraising Gala. Celebs such as Dr. Drew Pinsky, Jeffrey Ross, Dominic Monaghan and Joe Mantegna were among some of the notable attendees. “Prima Notte” is followed by a performance for fans tonight, Friday, September 28.
Just like the 80-plus year old New York City tradition, the event—launched by some of L.A.’s most prominent Italian-Americans in 2002—is a celebration of Italian culture, food and entertainment featuring live music, street performers, strolling musicians, a kid’s corner and many rides and games. Ticket info is available at http://feastofla.org.
The party continues on Saturday evening, September 29 when the group performs at the world famous Malibu Inn on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu at 9 p.m. Pre-order tickets are still available online.
Return of the Wildest! is Prima Jr.’s independent debut CD distributed by Warrior Records/Universal Music Distribution and has been racking up glowing reviews and praise from critics and fans alike since its release this summer.
Next week, he and the band head to Prima Jr.’s former hometown of New Orleans for a series of shows in the region October 4-6, followed by performances in Destin, Fla. (October 7) and Biloxi, Miss. (October 10).
For a list of upcoming shows and the latest news, visit www.louisprimajr.com.
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LOUIS PRIMA JR. AND THE WITNESSES FEATURING SARAH SPIEGEL TAKE OVER THE
ACCESS HOLLYWOOD LIVE STUDIO
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Co-hosts Billy Bush and Kit Hoover Jam Out with LPJ and the Band
Along with Dancing with the Stars‘ Gilles Marini and Peta Murgatroyd
Louis Prima Jr. and his wild band The Witnesses Featuring Sarah Spiegel turned NBC Universal‘s “Access Hollywood Live” studio into a dance floor during a string of performances on the show on Tuesday, September 11.
LPJ and the band had Co-hosts Billy Bush and Kit Hoover jamming out between segments, along with guests Gilles Marini and Peta Murgatroyd from the new season of “Dancing with the Stars.” Prima Jr. and his band closed out the show with an energetic performance of “Oh Babe.”
Prima Jr., the son of legendary singer and bandleader Louis Prima, is also set to perform at the 11th Annual Galbani Italian Feast of San Gennaro L.A. LPJ and his exuberant band will headline the VIP-only, celeb-filled Prima Notte Opening Night Fundraising Gala on Thursday, September 27, followed by a performance for fans on Friday, September 28. The festivities are hosted by Jimmy Kimmel (chairman of the Galbani Italian Feast of San Gennaro) and Adam Carolla. Just like the 80-plus year old New York City tradition, the event—launched by some of L.A.’s most prominent Italian-Americans in 2002—is a celebration of Italian culture, food and entertainment featuring live music, street performers, strolling musicians, a kid’s corner and many rides and games. Ticket info is available at http://feastofla.org.
The party continues on Saturday evening, September 29 when the group performs at the world famous Malibu Inn on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu at 9 p.m. Pre-order tickets are available online.
Return of the Wildest! is Prima Jr.’s independent debut CD distributed by Warrior Records/Universal Music Distribution and has been racking up glowing reviews and praise from critics and fans alike since its release this summer.
For the latest news and updates, visit www.louisprimajr.com.
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Louis Prima Jr. Snags a Batch of ‘Jump, Jive An’ Wailin’
Los Angeles Dates In September
In a nod to his beloved hometown where he lives and performs, Louis Prima Jr.’s (www.louisprimajr.com) lively and clever new promo video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqzKwIZW65w) urges people to “Explore Your Inner Vegas.” But in September, the beloved entertainer—who recently released his debut album Return of the Wildest!—will be taking his explosive act across the desert for some high profile appearances in the Los Angeles area.
First up is a coveted live performance with Prima Jr. and his wild band The Witnesses featuring Sarah Spiegel on the hit entertainment show “Access Hollywood” on Tuesday, September 11. They are one of the only music acts to ever perform on the show, thanks to a new format the producers are exploring. Check local listings for time/channel.
Prima Jr., the son of legendary singer and bandleader Louis Prima, then makes a highly anticipated late September stop in Hollywood at the Precious Cheese Feast of San Gennaro, Los Angeles. Just like the 80-plus year old New York City tradition, the event—launched by some of L.A.’s most prominent Italian-Americans in 2002—is a celebration of Italian culture, food and entertainment featuring live music, street performers, strolling musicians, a kid’s corner and many rides and games.
The younger Prima and his band are set to headline the VIP-only, celeb-filled Prima Notte Opening Night Fundraising Gala onThursday, September 27, followed by a performance for fans onFriday, September 28. These festivities are hosted by Jimmy Kimmel (chairman of the Precious Cheese Feast of San Gennaro) and Adam Carolla.
The group will perform at the World Famous Malibu Inn on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu at 9 p.m. on Saturday evening, September 29.
Return of the Wildest! is Prima Jr.’s independent debut CD distributed by Warrior Records/Universal Music Distribution. The album was also featured on AOL Music’s CD Listening Party.
What critics are saying about ‘Return of the Wildest!’:
“Prima Jr. is the crown prince of swing… every track on Return of the Wildest!… snares listeners with an appealing mix of unbridled enthusiasm and self control. I cannot remember the last time that every track on a CD made me smile as it began. You do it in spite of yourself.”- F.C. Etier, Examiner.com
“Accompanied by his brasstastic band, LPjr pulls off a fine debut. LPjr does an excellent job evoking the Crescent City jazz styled swing of his dad… Front and center horns and classically dirty sax are pervasive though out the set list. But Jr. and The Witnesses also weave rock-forward elements into the mix and drive an intensity level that might even exhaust (his) old man … it’s wild and fun stuff.”- Steve Cox, Vocal Standards
“Louis Prima Jr. has a larger-than-life legacy to live up to, but after the first notes of “Oh Babe,” comes blasting out of the speakers, you’ll have no doubt that he’s up to the task. Louis Jr. has assembled a new band of Witnesses including vocalist Sarah Spiegel… they add a razor-sharp rock & roll edg… with an energy that would make his dad proud… this album cements his place as (the) Crown Prince (of swing). This CD will blow the roof off of any party once you hit play and turn up the volume.”- j. poet, Rovi
“Louis Prima, Jr., turns up the heat a few notches while adding a few blisters here and there along the way on the tracks. The musicianship of the performers is high caliber and the recording and mastering by Vinnie Castaldo is top-notch. Each and every song on this CD is entertaining and ready for any upbeat listening.” – Dawn Laureen, LABest.com
“Louis Prima Jr… has a wicked band backing him up… the fact that he has his Father’s blood running through his veins pretty much had me sold… It’s an absolutely fantastic album” - AJ Garcia, shakefire.com
For the latest news and updates, visit www.louisprimajr.com.
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It’s time for some serious Hollywood swinging with the Return of the Wildest! The long and exhilarating road Louis Prima Jr. (www.louisprimajr.com) has traveled carrying on his father’s amazing legacy makes an exciting late September stop in Tinseltown at the Precious Cheese Feast of San Gennaro, Los Angeles.
Just like the 80-plus year-old New York City tradition, the event—launched by some of L.A.’s most prominent Italian-Americans in 2002—is a celebration of Italian culture, food and entertainment featuring live music, street performers, strolling musicians, a kid’s corner and many rides and games.
Prima and his band The Witnesses are set to headline the VIP-only, celeb-filled Prima Notte Opening Night Fundraising Gala on Thursday evening, September 27, for 45 minutes. These festivities are hosted by Jimmy Kimmel (the chairman of the Precious Cheese Feast of San Gennaro) and Adam Carolla.
On Friday evening, September 28, 2012, Prima and his group will perform a 90-minute show for the general public.
Both performances will be on the backlot stage of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, located at 1651 N. Highland Ave.
Return of the Wildest!, Prima’s debut released this week via Warrior Records / Universal Music Distribution, is currently featured on AOL Music’s CD Listening Party.
The Precious Cheese Feast of San Gennaro Los Angeles is produced by The San Gennaro Foundation, a non-profit organization established to aid children and families in need in the Los Angeles area. Prima Notte offers guests a preview of the weekend festivities, while honoring outstanding members of the community and raising funds for the Foundation, whose mission is to uphold the principles that were established by St. Gennaro, the patron saint of Naples, Italy who worked tirelessly to help people in need.
Stretching the boundaries between the swing and rock eras, Return of the Wildest! brings back the fire while adding blistering energy to a batch of ten Louis Prima classics (and lesser known songs Prima Jr. says “should be heard”).
For tour information and the latest news, please visit www.louisprimajr.com.
]]>Louis Prima Jr. joined by renowned singer, actress and musical theater performer, Sarah Spiegel and his powerhouse band, The Witnesses, rocked the house at the Boys Town Nevada’s 8th Annual Journey of Hope Gala honoring UFC President Dana White on May 31 at The Venetian in Las Vegas. Event-goers, including UFC champion Chuck Liddell, enjoyed Prima’s energetic set of swing and pop tracks from his upcoming album, including a performance with Motown singers, Human Nature.
White has been an undeniable force while advocating for Boys Town Nevada and the at-risk children and families the nonprofit serves.
Gearing up for the release of his debut album, Return of the Wildest! on July 10 via Warrior Records/Universal Music Distribution, Prima Jr. stretches the boundaries between the swing and rock eras, turning up the fire and adding blistering energy to a batch of classics by his father, Louis Prima Sr.
For five decades, Prima Sr. stayed at the forefront of the entertainment world. With his inimitable style and musical prowess, he has remained an influential figure to artists and fans alike. Prima tunes are constantly used in movies and on TV, as well as in chart topping covers by David Lee Roth, Brian Setzer and Reba McEntire, just to name a few.
Return of the Wildest! draws from his legendary father’s catalog, while revving up and dynamically re-imagining the songs for the current generation with eclectic, ever-evolving tastes. The album- which will be available in select Best Buy stores and on Pandora in July, includes a set list combining familiar classics (“Jump, Jive, An’ Wail,” “Just A Gigolo/I Ain’t Got Nobody”) and award-winning gems not immediately associated with Prima (“Oh Babe,” “Sunday Kind Of Love”).
These past few years, working with his eight-piece, brass infused band The Witnesses—the same name Louis Sr. called his trusty backing cats—46-year-old Prima Jr. has been touring the world, celebrating his dad’s legacy with what he calls, “an updated sound, what my father would be doing now if he were still with us.”
Prima Jr. infuses a live rock and roll feel into the ten tracks on Return of the Wildest!—whose title is a sly wink back at Prima Sr.’s 1956 Grammy Hall of Fame album The Wildest!, which captured that generation of listeners with its innovative mix of rock and roll, jump blues, jazz and eccentric humor.
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