This 1960 album features a new, upbeat instrumental rendition of the popular standard, "Wonderland by Night." It was a departure from Prima's more boisterous vocal performances, showcasing his band's instrumental prowess.
- The album was released on April 6, 1960, by TP4 Music. It reached number 123 on the Billboard 200 chart. The title track was a popular instrumental in the early 1960s jazz and pop scene.
- This album was recorded at Prime Sound Studios in New York City. It was produced by Prima himself, with engineering by Stan Weiss. The recording session featured members of his longtime band, the Witnesses.
- While not his most commercially successful release, "Wonderland by Night" is notable for its faithful yet swinging interpretation of the jazz standard. It captures the vibrant sound of Prima's band in a studio setting.
Louis Prima was a New Orleans-born trumpeter, singer, and songwriter. He was a pioneer of jump blues and a celebrated Las Vegas performer.
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