.jpg) Odette, gospelzangeres in Amsterdam. Portret 4 december 1961 Image by Jack de Nijs for Anefo / Anefo, via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed CC0 |
OdettaOdetta Odetta American singer (1930–2008) "Odetta Holmes" redirects here. For The Dark Tower character, see Susannah Dean. Odetta Holmes (December 31, 1930 – December 2, 2008),[1][2] known as Odetta, was an American singer, often referred to as "The Voice of the Civil Rights Movement".[3] Her musical repertoire consisted largely of American folk music, blues, jazz, and spirituals. Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Odetta Odetta in 1961 Background information Birth name Odetta Holmes Also known as Odetta Gordon, Odetta Felious Born (1930-12-31)December 31, 1930 Birmingham, Alabama, U.S. Died December 2, 2008(2008-12-02) (aged 77) New York City, U.S. Genres Folk blues spirituals Occupations Singer songwriter actress activist Years active 1944–2008 Labels Fantasy Tradition Vanguard RCA Victor MC Silverwolf Original Blues… (Source: Wikipedia)
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