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1 day ago · Conclusion: Honoring the Complexity of Nina Simone’s Legacy. Nina Simone’s legacy is a rich tapestry woven from her artistry, activism, and complex identity, which continues to resonate in today’s socio-political landscape. As Jordan A. Stein’s forthcoming book, “Fantasies of Nina Simone,” illustrates, understanding Simone requires ...
1 day ago · What is left to say about Nina Simone, a musician whose life and work have been chronicled by numerous biographies, documentaries, and exhibits? According to professor Jordan Alexander Stein , Ph.D., there are deeper truths left to explore through the lens of fantasy: Simone’s fantasies about herself, as well as those residing in our cultural imagination.
1 day ago · In the Sixties Nina Simone became a figurehead of the civil rights movement, but sticking to her principles almost sabotaged her career 2024-10-01 - In the spring of 1943, at a library in Tyron, North Carolina, 200 townsfolk gathered to hear a piano recital of local girl Eunice Kathleen Waymon, age 11. But there was a delay.
4 days ago · A musical legend in her own time, Nina Simone’s fusion of jazz, blues, pop, soul, gospel and folk provided the inspiration for countless contemporary artists from Me’shell NdegeOcello to Dianne Reeves. In a word, she was unique.
5 days ago · A show inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live, is stopping off at Crewe Lyceum. Performed by Nicholle Cherrie, Apphia Campbell’s acclaimed play “Black is the Color of my Voice” by Apphia Campbell, follows the singer and civil rights activist as she seeks redemption after the untimely death of her father.
5 days ago · Nina Simone and Etta James Live at Montreux Albums Out May 28: Montreux Jazz Festival and BMG have announced forthcoming releases of brand new and unreleased Nina Simone and Etta James live albums.
1 day ago · Saldaña starred in Nina, an unauthorized biography about the jazz musician Nina Simone released in April 2016. The film depicts the late singer's rise to fame and relationship with her manager Clifton Henderson. Simone's family were critical of the decision to cast her in the role. [57]
