A hip set of live tracks from
Nina Simone – very dark and moody, with backing by only a small combo that includes two guitars, bass, and drums by Montego Joe!
Nina handles all the arrangements herself – with a quality that really shows her stepping forward from straight jazz, and finding that special, unique sound that really set her apart from all other singers of the 60s! The songs are incredibly spare, with an approach that's intimate and emotional – almost stunningly so, considering the size and scope of the venue – and titles include a 7 minute reading of "The Other Woman/
Cotton Eyed Joe" – plus "Black Swan", "If You Knew", "Theme From Sayonara", and "Will I Find My Love Today".
(Mono gold label pressing. Cover has some aging, light wear, and a small sticker.)