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Leon Prima
Leon ran several Bourbon Street night spots, including the Shim Sham Club (229 Bourbon) and the 500 Club (whose house band was led by Sam Butera - before Sam headed to Las Vegas to join Louis Prima's band in 1954). After moving back to New Orleans, he led his own ensemble, then retired in 1955 to take up a career in real estate.