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Laura NyroLaura Nyro Laura Nyro American singer and songwriter (1947–1997) Laura Nyro (/ˈnɪəroʊ/ NEER-oh;[1] born Laura Nigro; October 18, 1947 – April 8, 1997) was an American songwriter and singer. She achieved critical acclaim with her own recordings, particularly the albums Eli and the Thirteenth Confession (1968) and New York Tendaberry (1969), and had commercial success with artists such as Barbra Streisand and the 5th Dimension recording her songs. Wider recognition for her artistry was posthumous, while her contemporaries such as Elton John idolized her.[2] She was praised for her emotive three-octave mezzo-soprano voice.[3] Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Laura Nyro Nyro in 1970 Background information Birth name Laura Nigro Born (1947-10-18)October 18, 1947 The Bronx, New York, U.S.… (Source: Wikipedia)
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