How does one classify the unclassifiable? In her fifty years as an entertainer, Nina Simone consistently defied categorization by playing (often at the same) the roles of singer, pianist, dancer, actress, arranger and political activist. Moreover, her repertoire was as diverse as the roles she played, spanning the styles of jazz, soul, R&B and pop to gospel, folk, blues and even Broadway. The High Priestess of Soul, as her fans called her, was renowned for her distinctive vocal style, characterized by a passionate low-range vibrato and theatrical display of shouts, whispers, moans and even silence. With her rare ability to stir such intense response from her audiences, it is fitting that Nina Simone became a key figure in the civil rights movement of the 1960s, fighting through her art for justice and racial equality. Known to the world by her independence and brave spirit, Dr. Nina Simone is truly one of the preeminent artists of our time.
Nina Simone
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Nina Simone, a spellbinding musical titan who straddled the worlds of jazz, pop and folk, is revered today with an almost religious fervor. An exhilarating set that throbs with vitality, Nina Simone: Remixed & Reimagined is a stunning compilation of her finest work, remixed by a lineup of studio wizards that includes François K. and Tony Humphries. Call it Chill House or Lounge, the clarion sound of the original diva has never seemed timelier for a troubled world eager to embrace the unbridled power of Nina Simone.
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Nina was born in North Carolina, USA, February 21, 1933. In the late 50s she recorded her first album. One song, "I Loves You Porgy", became a hit and Nina became a star, performing at Town Hall, Carnegie Hall and at jazz festivals with a repertoire ranging from gospel music to African music, from blues to Ellington songs, from classical music to folk songs of diverse origin.
Although Nina was called the "High Priestess of Soul" by her fans and was regarded by them as an almost religious figure, she was often misunderstood as well. The High Priestess would walk different paths to find the adequate songs to spread her message.
A protest singer; a jazz singer; a pianist; an arranger and a composer, Nina Simone is a great artist who defies easy classification. She is all of these: a jazz-rock-pop-folk-black musician. In fact, we can find her biography in jazz, rock, pop, black and soul literature. Her style and her hits provided many singers and groups with material for hits of their own.
Nina Simone died April 21, 2003 in Carry-le-Rouet, Bouches-du-Rhne, France.
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gracias por sumar mi request ! nina es la voz amada y el espíritu de libertad que me ha llevado por mil caminos . música es vida nina! love . celeste , from buenos aires
I share ur energy Ms.Simone, I thank God for knowing what u gave to us....For sharing.Ive been a friend then fan since birth. I thank you, always Shaharra'
Hello Dear New Friend, Greetings from Brazil! Thanks for add! Its my pleasure to be your friend! Cool site! Congratulations! Have a fantastic night! All the best, Kisses and Hugs(Brazilian Way) I LOVE YOUR MUSIC
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