Name: Live In France: The 1966 Concert In Limoges
Brand: Sister Rosetta Tharpe

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1000145835

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Digi-pak

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2024-04-26

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Unive­rsal

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Sales:8.875

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8435395503690

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Sister Rosetta Tharpe

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Blues

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Sister Rosetta Tharpe was an influential American gospel, blues, and jazz singer and guitarist. Born on March 20, 1915 in Cotton Plant, AR, she was the daughter of gospel singer and evangelist Katie Bell Nubin. Throughout her career, Sister Rosetta Tharpe worked with notable artists such as Lucky Millinder, Cab Calloway, Benny Goodman, the Dixie Hummingbirds, Sammy Price, and Marie Knight. Her powerful vocals and innovative guitar playing set her apart from her contemporaries. She paved the way for future musicians with her unique blend of genres.

With a style that encompassed elements of gospel music combined with blues and jazz influences, Sister Rosetta Tharpe created a sound that captivated audiences. Her collaborations with Marie Knight produced memorable performances that showcased their harmonious voices. Tharpe's talent extended beyond singing; she was also a skilled guitarist who played with passion and precision.

Similar to other legendary artists like Mahalia Jackson and Bessie Smith, Sister Rosetta Tharpe left an indelible mark on the music industry. Her contributions continue to inspire generations of musicians today. Whether performing solo or collaborating with fellow artists like Marie Knight or the Dixie Hummingbirds, Sister Rosetta Tharpe's influence remains undeniable.

Live in France: The 1966 Concert in Limoges is a previously unreleased live solo recording from “The Godmother of Rock n’ Roll," Sister Rosetta Tharpe, captured at the auditorium of the Grand Theatre in Limoges, France on November 11, 1966. Transferred from the original tape reels, this recording was restored and mastered by multiGRAMMY award-winning engineer Michael Graves at Osiris Studio. This CD Digipak includes an extensive booklet with rare photos by Jan Persson, Hans Harzheim, Don Schlitten and Burt Goldblatt; two sets of liner notes by Sister Rosetta Tharpe biographers — Gayle Wald and Jean Buzelin, and testimonials by Susan Tedeschi, Shemekia Copeland, Henry Rollins and Billy Gibbons.

Live In France: The 1966 Concert In Limoges

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Discover Live In France: The 1966 Concert In Limoges by Sister Rosetta Tharpe on Anagram. Previously unreleased live recording restored by multiGRAMMY engineer. Limited edition CD Digipak with rare photos and liner notes.