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Ledisi For Dinah

Candid Records

The new release For Dinah by Ledisi features classic music of Jazz and Blues singer Dinah Washington, also known as "Queen of the Blues" for making a contribution to the Rhythm and Blues and pop idioms. Ledisi's veneration is expressed in her latest offering with this heartfelt album set to be released October 3. The album is produced by Bassist and Bandleader Christian McBride. Dinah Washington was known for her pitch, diction and emotional delivery. Ledisi's soulful, dynamic range with jazz-infused runs and heartfelt storytelling echoes Washington's glamour and sensuality on tracks like her cover of This Bitter Earth. For Dinah is composed of eight classic songs with hits like What A Difference A Day Makes. Gregory Porter is featured guest on the duet You Got What It Takes, which was originally performed by Dinah with Brook Benton. Ledisi refers to Dinah Washington as her hero, who paved the way for the future generation.

Gwen Redding, aka Rivablue, has hosted and produced jazz radio programs for more than 40 years. Starting first in Washington DC in the early 1980s, she established work on the air and behind the scenes that helped define jazz radio in the District.