Nina Simone, an icon and consummate musical storyteller of the twentieth century, left behind a legacy of liberation, empowerment, passion, and love through her extraordinary body of work. By the end of her life, she had garnered an unprecedented level of recognition. Her music reached millions through recordings, film, television, and the digital sphere. In the last decade of her life alone, she sold over a million CDs, solidifying her status as a global best-seller.
As a black woman, Lady Nade acknowledges Nina Simone’s trailblazing role in paving the way for artists of her generation. Simone’s tenacity encouraged them not to abandon their dreams and aspirations. Lady Nade is honored to celebrate Nina Simone’s life and enduring legacy alongside some of the UK’s most accomplished musicians.
This high-energy performance is a heartfelt dedication to recreating the transformative sound that blended popular tunes of the era into a distinctive fusion of jazz, blues, gospel, and folk music.
Songs include:
- Feeling Good
- Love Your Loving Ways
- Ain’t Got No, I got Life
- Put A Spell On You
- I Wish I Knew How
- Take Care Of Business
- My Baby Just Cares For Me
- Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood
- Baltimore
- Lilac Wine
- Sinnerman
- Love Me Or Leave Me
- Mr Bojangles
- Work Song
Line-up:
- Lady Nade – Vocals
- Chris Jones – Double Bass
- Holly Carter – Guitar
- Ruth Hammond – Piano
- Matt Brown – Drums
- Sophie Stockham – Sax