Artist Bio:
Dinah Washington, born Ruth Lee Jones in 1924, was an American singer and pianist known for her powerful voice and versatile vocal abilities. She started performing in church choirs and later transitioned to performing in nightclubs and theaters. Washington began her recording career in the 1940s and quickly gained popularity for her unique style, which blended jazz, blues, and R&B. She had numerous hits throughout her career, including "What a Diff'rence a Day Makes" and "Unforgettable."
Washington was one of the most popular and influential female vocalists of her time, earning her the nickname "Queen of the Blues." She won a Grammy Award for Best Rhythm & Blues Performance in 1959 and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993. Despite her untimely death in 1963 at the age of 39, Dinah Washington's legacy continues to live on through her timeless music and contributions to the jazz and blues genres.
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