The Godmother of Rock Sister Rosetta Tharpe (March 20, 1915 - October 9, 1973) was an American singer,songwriter,guitarist, was a precursor of rock and roll.Later being referred to as "the original soul sister" and "the Godmother of rock and roll". She influenced...
On a morning from a Bogart movieIn a country where they turn back timeYou go strolling through the crowd like Peter LorreContemplating a crimeShe comes out of the sun in a silk dress runningLike a watercolor in the rainDon't bother asking for explanationsShe'll just...
(Inductee Insights: Nina Simone) Nina Simone (February 21, 1933 - April 21, 2003) recorded more than 40 albums between 1958 and 1974.She made her debut with the album "Little Girl Blue" 1958.Simone's musical style fused gospel and pop with classical music.Her first...