There is no other Billie Holiday tribute like this 2005 release, and conceivably no artist better suited to honor the living legacy of Billie Holiday than the always creative, always vivacious Nnenna Freelon. Starting with songs associated with Billie Holiday as a basic musical blueprint and point of departure, Nnenna creates passionate musical sketches that are colorful, uniquely personal, and fully in the present moment, making each “Lady song” uniquely her own. Underscoring the truth that Lady Day’s musical legacy is every bit as relevant today as it ever was, Nnenna’s inspired homage at once honors without imitating, and looks back respectfully while propelling the music forward with unbridled creativity. The uncompromising and innovative Billie Holiday would have wanted it that way.

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