Nina Simone

Far Out 40- The soul and Motown Christmas playlist

Far Out 40: The ultimate soul and Motown Christmas playlist

Winter warmers.

Dec 25, 2025

Nina Simone - Singer

‘Feeling Good’: the vital importance of Nina Simone’s classic hit

“You know how I feel…”

Dec 23, 2025

Joe Strummer - The Clash - 1980

Joe Strummer’s all-time favourite soul songs

The only songs that matter…

Nov 24, 2025

Nina Simone - 1960s - Musician - Jean-Pierre Leloir

Why Nina Simone initially regretted being a musician: “I got carried away”

A different path.

Nov 24, 2025

The five greatest sets in the history of Montreux Jazz Festival

Who was the first woman to headline the Montreux Jazz Festival?

Blazing a path.

Nov 8, 2025

Nina Simone - 1960s - Musician - Jean-Pierre Leloir

The artist that made Nina Simone dedicate her life to music

A lasting influence…

Nov 8, 2025

The U2 song that Bono initially wrote for Nina Simone: “To me, it’s like a prayer”

“Like a prayer”.

Oct 30, 2025

The night Miriam Makeba and Nina Simone joined forces

The remarkable night Miriam Makeba and Nina Simone joined forces

A one-of-a-kind show.

Oct 19, 2025

Nina Simone - Montreux Jazz Festival - 1976

Which song did Nina Simone play live the most?

A sight to behold.

Callum MacHattie

Oct 15, 2025

'Wild Is The Wind'- The lasting legacy of Nina Simone, civil rights, and political defiance

‘Wild Is The Wind’: The lasting legacy of Nina Simone, civil rights, and political defiance

A groundbreaking album.

Sep 17, 2025

Nina Simone - Singer

How Bach inspired Nina Simone to “dedicate her life” to music

A strong sense of purpose.

Sep 14, 2025

Nina Simone - Singer - Musician

What was Nina Simone’s highest ever chart position?

It might surprise you.

Sep 3, 2025