Nina Simone – I Put A Spell On You (1965)
Philips records 1965– PHS 600-172
notes:
Nina Simone released I Put A Spell On You in 1965 on Philips Records,
delivering one of the most powerful and emotionally charged albums
of her career. Blending soul, jazz, blues, and pop standards, this record
highlights Simone’s commanding voice, expressive piano playing, and
her ability to transform any song into a deeply personal statement.
Recorded between 1964 and 1965 in New York, the album captures
Simone at a creative peak, balancing raw intensity with elegant
arrangements. Today, I Put A Spell On You remains a cornerstone
of her discography and a timeless classic in vocal jazz and soul music.
delivering one of the most powerful and emotionally charged albums
of her career. Blending soul, jazz, blues, and pop standards, this record
highlights Simone’s commanding voice, expressive piano playing, and
her ability to transform any song into a deeply personal statement.
Recorded between 1964 and 1965 in New York, the album captures
Simone at a creative peak, balancing raw intensity with elegant
arrangements. Today, I Put A Spell On You remains a cornerstone
of her discography and a timeless classic in vocal jazz and soul music.
credits:
Nina Simone – piano, vocals
Rudy Stevenson - Flute, Guitar
Lisle Atkinson - Bass;
Bob Hamilton - Drums; Rudy Stevenson - Flute, Guitar.
Hal Mooney – arrangement, conducting
Horace Ott – arrangement, conducting
Recorded New York City 1964/1965
Producer Hal Mooney
tracklist:
A1 I Put A Spell On You
Written-By – Hawkins*
2:33
A2 Tomorrow Is My Turn
Written-By – Aznavour*, Stellman*, Stephane*
2:43
A3 Ne Me Quitte Pas
Written-By – Jacques Brel
3:27
A4 Marriage Is For Old Folks
Written-By – E. Shuman*, L. Carr*
3:22
A5 July Tree
Written-By – E. Merrian*, I. Jurist*
2:40
A6 Gimme Some
Written-By – A. Stroud*
2:58
B1 Feeling Good
Written-By – A. Newley*, L. Bricusse*
2:52
B2 One September Day
Written-By – R. Stevenson*
2:47
B3 Blues On Purpose
Written-By – R. Stevenson*
3:18
B4 Beautiful Land
Written-By – A. Newley*, L. Bricusse*
1:55
B5 You've Got To Learn
Written-By – C. Aznavour*
2:40
B6 Take Care Of Business
Written-By – A. Stroud*
2:04

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