Name: Essential Early Recording
Brand: Nina Simone

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Bertus Musikvertrieb

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Release date

2009-08-10

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PRMCD6099

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Nina Simone

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Primo

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Nina Simone was an American singer, songwriter, and pianist. Born on February 21, 1933 in Tryon, North Carolina, she began giving piano recitals at a young age after playing at her local church. Her talent impressed her mother's employer and a local fund set up by her music teacher, who funded her childhood piano lessons.

At the age of 17, Nina moved to Philadelphia where she taught piano and played to raise money for her studies at New York's renowned Juilliard School Of Music. To support her family financially, she worked in a bar in Atlantic City where she gained a devoted following through singing.

Nina's career took off when she recorded Gershwin's "I Loves You Porgy," which became a US Top 40 hit. This success led to performances at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall and the Newport Jazz Festival. Throughout her career, Nina embraced numerous Civil Rights anthems and was a passionate supporter of the movement.

In the 1970s, Nina left the US and lived in various places including Barbados, Africa, the Netherlands before settling in France where she passed away from cancer in 2003. Known for drawing heavily on gospel blues soul jazz R&B folk music forms within her voice; it found wider popularity late in life when "My Baby Just Cares For Me" became an unlikely UK chart hit featured in a TV ad campaign.

This budget label specializes in reissues of remastered historic, mostly pre-1960s music such as blues, jazz, ska, and chanson. With a focus on preserving the rich musical heritage of the past, Primo brings these timeless classics back to life for a new generation of listeners.

One of their notable offerings is the *l1479992* series which features 2-CD compilations. These compilations are carefully curated to showcase the best works from various artists within specific genres or eras. Whether you're a fan of blues legends or jazz pioneers, Primo has something for everyone.

Experience the magic and nostalgia of *Primo* as you explore their extensive collection of reissued music. Immerse yourself in the soulful melodies and captivating rhythms that have stood the test of time. Discover hidden gems and rediscover old favorites with Primo's dedication to quality remastering and preservation.

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Three complete album masterpieces by the inimitable Nina Simone boxed together as her The Essential Albums.Little Girl Blue: Little Girl Blue, released in 1957, was Nina Simone's first recording, originally issued on the Bethlehem label. It showcases her ballad voice as one of mystery and sensuality and showcases her up-tempo jazz style with authority and an enigmatic down-home feel that is nonetheless elegant.Nina Simone at Town Hall: From the start of her career, Nina Simone carved out her own unique niche, bringing together her classical piano technique with folk singing, civil rights protest lyrics and jazz. All of those elements are in evidence on this highly recommended set. Nina Simone at The Village Gate: Nina Simone at the Village Gate was her third live album for Colpix recorded at The Village Gate, a nightclub in Greenwich Village, New York. It was particularly notable for the number of folk songs and African related songs on the album early in Simone's career.

Essential Early Recording

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