Thursday, August 29, 2024

Born #OTD 1924: ‘Queen of the Blues’ Dinah Washington

Photo: Rhino Records

Undoubtedly one of the most versatile vocalists of all time and renowned for her strong personality, Dinah Washington was born Ruth Lee Jones 100 years ago today in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Her voice, characterised by clear diction, emotional profundity, and distinct phrasing, has left a rich legacy of recordings that continues to enthrall listeners with their fiery intensity and technical mastery.

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