The story
Integrated 1950s nightclub. Berry Gordy was talent scout here. Billie Holiday, Dinah Washington performed.
Everything that was here
- 1949–1963
Flame Show BarNightclub
Integrated 1950s nightclub. Berry Gordy was talent scout here. Billie Holiday, Dinah Washington performed.
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Billie Holiday connection
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