Nina Simone and James Brown
It has been such a long while since I posted any old school music, so today, I have some music from you that comes from the heart and soul of the 60s. Nina Simone is one of the greatest jazz singers, songwriters, and pianists of all time. Her reach is so far and wide, with her music featured in films, video games, television shows, and even Broadway. Nina Simone casts such a long shadow, an influence for so many musicians and source of social change.
This song is considered to be one of the greatest standouts from Nina Simone's incredible career. I wouldn't be surprised if many Bond themes were modeled after this song because it has all the telltale signs of the perfect Bond song. It has the sultry and sensual mystery, the jazzy influences, and makes sure to take its time. Nina Simone exudes sexy confidence in this song, and she makes it seem so easy. This song is rooted in jazz, blues, and classical music. The plinking piano soars, the saxophone blares its tune, and Nina Simone's smooth and directed voice turn this into more than just a song. It is a powerful and seductive performance, a portfolio piece for one of the greatest.
Nina Simone has an interesting voice, one which she uses freely and effectively. Her voice is rich and deep, full of character and emotional vulnerability. Her ability to flawlessly switch from genre to genre, emotion to emotion, is something that is to be admired. At some moments, her voice is harsher and stronger, and other times she becomes vulnerable and soft. Nina Simone's interpretation of this song is nothing short of perfect and arguably one of the best. There have been many versions of this song over the years, but Nina Simone gives so much more life and character than I have heard from other artists. This rendition is more dramatic and meaningful, in comparison to the original which served more as a sarcastic front for music. While this song is technically a pop song, Nina Simone has taken clear efforts to have jarring moments within the song. Her rapid transition to straight jazz instrumental solos gives an edginess to the original pop song. There is more depth that we hear in Nina Simone's rendition of the once popular song. With the brass family coming out to play on this track, Nina Simone's voice is heavily flanked and supported. The jazzy ballad offered so much inspiration to those other big names in music, such as The Beatles. Even today, many artists cite this song and Nina Simone as inspiration and a model for music.
This smokey jazz room track is one of my favorites by Nina Simone. The effortless sensuality and sultriness is something that is so enticing and oddly pleasing to the ear. It makes me feel like Nina Simone knows something the rest of us don't. There is an air of mystery that shrouds the song, but that only serves to enhance the song and the mood. Nina Simone will forever be one fo the greatest artists who ever lived, and this song is a testament to that talent.
Today's instrumental song is by another jazz legend, James Brown. This is a name that sends ripples through eh music industry. James Brown is another one of "the greatest." This song is one of the most popular songs around the world, and for good reason. There is a deeper and more seductive sound to the track. I wouldn't be surprised if a song like this helped create what we call "R&B" today. This song remains a classic and was just such a perfect fit for the first song. Unsettlingly sensual, both songs offer us a view into the world of music which so heavily shaped the present day. I hope you enjoy the music and please feel free to comment!
This song is considered to be one of the greatest standouts from Nina Simone's incredible career. I wouldn't be surprised if many Bond themes were modeled after this song because it has all the telltale signs of the perfect Bond song. It has the sultry and sensual mystery, the jazzy influences, and makes sure to take its time. Nina Simone exudes sexy confidence in this song, and she makes it seem so easy. This song is rooted in jazz, blues, and classical music. The plinking piano soars, the saxophone blares its tune, and Nina Simone's smooth and directed voice turn this into more than just a song. It is a powerful and seductive performance, a portfolio piece for one of the greatest.
Nina Simone has an interesting voice, one which she uses freely and effectively. Her voice is rich and deep, full of character and emotional vulnerability. Her ability to flawlessly switch from genre to genre, emotion to emotion, is something that is to be admired. At some moments, her voice is harsher and stronger, and other times she becomes vulnerable and soft. Nina Simone's interpretation of this song is nothing short of perfect and arguably one of the best. There have been many versions of this song over the years, but Nina Simone gives so much more life and character than I have heard from other artists. This rendition is more dramatic and meaningful, in comparison to the original which served more as a sarcastic front for music. While this song is technically a pop song, Nina Simone has taken clear efforts to have jarring moments within the song. Her rapid transition to straight jazz instrumental solos gives an edginess to the original pop song. There is more depth that we hear in Nina Simone's rendition of the once popular song. With the brass family coming out to play on this track, Nina Simone's voice is heavily flanked and supported. The jazzy ballad offered so much inspiration to those other big names in music, such as The Beatles. Even today, many artists cite this song and Nina Simone as inspiration and a model for music.
This smokey jazz room track is one of my favorites by Nina Simone. The effortless sensuality and sultriness is something that is so enticing and oddly pleasing to the ear. It makes me feel like Nina Simone knows something the rest of us don't. There is an air of mystery that shrouds the song, but that only serves to enhance the song and the mood. Nina Simone will forever be one fo the greatest artists who ever lived, and this song is a testament to that talent.
Today's instrumental song is by another jazz legend, James Brown. This is a name that sends ripples through eh music industry. James Brown is another one of "the greatest." This song is one of the most popular songs around the world, and for good reason. There is a deeper and more seductive sound to the track. I wouldn't be surprised if a song like this helped create what we call "R&B" today. This song remains a classic and was just such a perfect fit for the first song. Unsettlingly sensual, both songs offer us a view into the world of music which so heavily shaped the present day. I hope you enjoy the music and please feel free to comment!
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