Released in 1967, Nina Simone Sings the Blues stands as one of the most commanding entries in Nina Simone's remarkable catalog. Recorded at RCA Victor's Studio B in New York City, the album finds Simone channeling the raw tradition of early blues legends like Bessie Smith and Dinah Washington, filtering their influence through her own singular artistic vision.
What sets this album apart is the sheer force of Simone's voice — an instrument capable of turning even a simple love song into a deeply moving experience. Backed by soulful, well-crafted arrangements that weave together jazz, soul, and blues, tracks like "House of the Rising Sun" and "I Want a Little Sugar in My Bowl" showcase her rare ability to inhabit a song completely, making every performance feel both timeless and intensely personal. It is widely regarded as a classic, and rightly so.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Music On Vinyl
- Genre: Jazz, Blues
- Release Date: 02/13/2026
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TRACKS
A1. Do I Move You?
A2. Day And Night
A3. In The Dark
A4. Real Real
A5. My Man's Gone Now
A6. Backlash Blues
B1. I Want A Little Sugar In My Bowl
B2. Buck
B3. Since I Fell For You
B4. The House Of The Rising Sun
B5. Blues For Mama
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