Live at Ronnie Scott's
46 min · 13 tracks · blues · jazz · soul
A heartfelt blend of jazz, blues, and gospel that showcases Simone's powerful voice and emotional depth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like emotional peaks intimate late-night performances heartfelt storytelling through song
- Context
- Released in 1968, 'Live at Ronnie Scott's' captures Nina Simone during a period of intense political activism and artistic evolution. Following her commercial success in the early 1960s, this live album reflects her growing commitment to social justice themes, particularly evident in tracks like 'Mississippi Goddam.' The performance at the iconic London venue underscores her international appeal and artistic resilience.
- If you like
- blues, jazz, soul
Live at Ronnie Scott's is an album by Nina Simone. A heartfelt blend of jazz, blues, and gospel that showcases Simone's powerful voice and emotional depth. This album is significant as it showcases Simone's fierce political engagement through music, particularly with the track 'Mississippi Goddam' addressing civil rights issues. It received positive critical acclaim upon release, further solidifying her reputation as an artist committed to both art and activism. The album is also notable for its live recording quality, capturing the essence of Simone's dynamic performances. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Live at Ronnie Scott's sound like?
A heartfelt blend of jazz, blues, and gospel that showcases Simone's powerful voice and emotional depth. Rooted in blues and jazz.
What makes Live at Ronnie Scott's by Nina Simone notable?
This album is significant as it showcases Simone's fierce political engagement through music, particularly with the track 'Mississippi Goddam' addressing civil rights issues. It received positive critical acclaim upon release, further solidifying her reputation as an artist committed to both art and activism. The album is also notable for its live recording quality, capturing the essence of Simone's dynamic performances. Released in 1968, 'Live at Ronnie Scott's' captures Nina Simone during a period of intense political activism and artistic evolution. Following her commercial success in the early 1960s, this live album reflects her growing commitment to social justice themes, particularly evident in tracks like 'Mississippi Goddam.' The performance at the iconic London venue underscores her international appeal and artistic resilience.
Who is Live at Ronnie Scott's for?
Live at Ronnie Scott's works well if you're into wave-like emotional peaks, intimate late-night performances and heartfelt storytelling through song.
How many songs are on Live at Ronnie Scott's?
Live at Ronnie Scott's has 13 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 God, God, God Standout 6:51
- 2 If You Knew 2:41
- 3 Mr. Smith 2:31
- 4 Fodder on Her Wings 6:07
- 5 Be My Husband 4:08
- 6 I Loves You, Porgy Standout 2:43
- 7 The Other Woman 2:21
- 8 Mississippi Goddam Standout 1:54
- 9 Moon Over Alabama 4:51
- 10 For a While 4:43
- 11 See Line Woman 2:56
- 12 I Sing Just to Know I’m Alive 1:13
- 13 My Baby Just Cares for Me 3:37
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