I just heard that she died a few days ago. Here she is singing a Utah Phillips song. (She was a good friend and often toured with Utah.)
From leannmichelle06
I’m a big fan of Eva Cassidy (1963-1996), a wonderful song artist, in my opinion. Not much new turns up anymore.
From Eva Cassidy at YouTube
Wendy Saddington (1949-2013). Exciting Australian blues singer from a great era of blues rock.
From Mar Siop at YouTube
A new discovery to me sent by a friend today.
Famous original recording that has since been covered extensively.
It is Anita O’Day’s birthday. In my opinion, she was a great jazz vocal stylist.
Here is her famous appearance at the 1958 Newport Jazz Festival.
