Nina Simone -Pastel Blues -Universal Music Japan CD Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

1. BE MY HUSBAND
2. NOBODY KNOWS YOU WHEN YOU'RE DOWN AND OUT
3. END OF THE LINE
4. TROUBLE IN MIND
5. TELL ME MORE AND MORE AND THEN SOME
6. CHILLY WINDS DON'T BLOW
7. AIN'T NO USE
8. STRANGE FRUIT
9. SINNERMAN

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Nina Simone was one of the best Blues singers of the 20th century. Only someone the likes of Billie Holiday and Bessie Smith had the power to lay a soul bare like she could, as her stripped-down "Be My Husband" shows. Naked like a field-holler, this song would later capture the imagination of Jeff Buckley and Antony Hegarty. Also on this record are classics such as "Nobody Knows When You're Down And Out", originally sung by Bessie Smith and Billie Holiday's signature song "Strange Fruit", as well as a Nina Simone favorite: "Sinnerman". There are few songs that capture the Spirit of religion, redemption and the fear of God as much as this ten-minute race of a song about a man trying to outrun the Devil. It's no wonder it was used in the key-scene of "The Thomas Crown Affair" and sampled by the likes of Kanye West, Talib Kweli and Felix da Housecat. Nina Simone never, ever disappoints. Re-released for the first time on vinyl since 1965, we hope we do Pastel Blues justice. -

Japanese UHQCD pressing. Universal. 2023.

"Pastel Blues" is a classic album by the legendary Nina Simone, released in 1965 and now available in this high-quality CD edition from Universal Music Japan. This record captures Simone at her most soulful and expressive, blending blues, jazz, gospel, and folk influences into an unforgettable musical experience. Highlights include iconic tracks such as "Sinnerman," "Be My Husband," and "Strange Fruit." Nina Simone was not only a gifted pianist and vocalist but also a passionate civil rights activist whose music continues to inspire generations worldwide. Over her illustrious career, she achieved international acclaim with hits like "Feeling Good" and "I Put a Spell on You." Universal Music Japan is renowned for its meticulous attention to audio quality and packaging detail, making this release essential for collectors and new listeners alike.

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UCCU-41025

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