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forbidden fruit - nina simone

Forbidden Fruit

Nina Simone

1961
21 tracks
1 uur, 18 min
vocal jazz

Album Description

Nina Simone's 'Forbidden Fruit' is a captivating album that showcases her unique blend of vocal jazz, jazz blues, and soul jazz. Released on 1 January 1961 via Parlophone UK, this 1 hour and 18-minute masterpiece features a diverse range of tracks that highlight Simone's incredible vocal range and emotional depth.

From the soulful 'Rags and Old Iron' to the upbeat 'Gin House Blues', Nina Simone's distinctive voice weaves a spellbinding narrative throughout the album. Her interpretations of classic songs, such as 'Work Song' and 'Ev'rytime We Say Goodbye', demonstrate her remarkable ability to reimagine and reinterpret the jazz standards.

The album's tracklist is a testament to Nina Simone's eclectic taste, featuring a mix of soulful ballads, jazzy instrumentals, and bluesy anthems. With tracks like 'I'll Look Around', 'Where Can I Go Without You', and 'Memphis in June', Simone's soulful voice conveys a sense of longing and yearning that is both deeply personal and universally relatable.

'Forbidden Fruit' is a must-listen for fans of Nina Simone and jazz enthusiasts alike, offering a rich and immersive listening experience that showcases the artist's remarkable talent and enduring legacy. With its unique blend of genres and styles, this album is a true classic that continues to inspire and influence new generations of music lovers.

Tracks

Rags and Old Iron - 2004 RemasterNina Simone
4:09
No Good Man - 2004 RemasterNina Simone
3:39
Gin House Blues - 2004 RemasterNina Simone
3:04
I'll Look Around - 2004 RemasterNina Simone
5:04
I Love to Love - 2004 RemasterNina Simone
3:24
Work Song - 2004 RemasterNina Simone
2:35
Where Can I Go Without You - 2004 RemasterNina Simone
2:52
Just Say I Love Him - 2004 RemasterNina Simone
6:35
Memphis in June - 2004 RemasterNina Simone
2:39
Forbidden Fruit - 2004 RemasterNina Simone
3:47
Porgy I Is Your Woman Now - 2004 RemasterNina Simone
3:27
Baubles Bangles and Beads - 2004 RemasterNina Simone
4:04
Gimme a Pigfoot - 2004 RemasterNina Simone
2:17
Ev'rytime We Say Goodbye - 2003 RemasterNina Simone
3:27
Spring Is Here - 2004 RemasterNina Simone
3:57
Lonesome Valley - 2005 RemasterNina Simone
3:41
Golden Earrings - 2005 RemasterNina Simone
4:47
My Ship - 2005 RemasterNina Simone
3:34
'Tain't Nobody's Biz-ness If I Do - 2005 RemasterNina Simone
4:40
Try a Little Tenderness - 2003 RemasterNina Simone
3:22
Od Yesh Homa - 2005 RemasterNina Simone
3:13

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About Nina Simone

Nina Simone, born Eunice Kathleen Waymon, was a towering figure in music and activism, known for her powerful voice and profound piano skills. Her music defied easy categorization, blending classical, jazz, blues, folk, gospel, R&B, and pop into a unique and captivating sound. Simone's piano playing was deeply influenced by baroque and classical music, particularly Johann Sebastian Bach, while her singing was expressive and jazz-infused, showcasing her remarkable contralto range. Beyond her musical prowess, Simone was a fierce civil rights activist, using her platform to advocate for social justice and equality. Her songs like "Mississippi Goddam" and "Young, Gifted and Black" became anthems for the movement. Simone's legacy endures as a testament to her artistic genius and her unwavering commitment to social change.

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