High Priestess Of Soul - Nina Simone (1967)
Simone sticks mostly to songbook selections here, as she fronts a jazz big band.
The few originals she includes here are great, but the artistry of her voice shines through no matter what she’s singing.
This album is a pretty straightforward celebration of her own faith, as well as the tradition of American song.
Tracks I Liked
Brown Eyed Handsome Man - a Chuck Berry song that Nina nails
The Gal From Joe’s - a great workout for the band
I’m Going Back Home - a gospel stomper that brings the house down
Come Ye - a very modern-sounding tune with a minimal percussion-only arrangment
Work Song - gets your feet moving
