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Dinah Washington (/ ˈ d aɪ n ə /; born Ruth Lee Jones; August 29, 1924 – December 14, 1963) was an American singer and pianist, one of the most popular black female recording artists of the 1950s.
Apr 15, 2024 · Dinah Washington, American jazz and blues singer who was noted for her excellent voice control and her unique gospel-inflected delivery. From 1949 to 1955 her recordings were consistently among the top 10 hits on the rhythm-and-blues charts, but she had her greatest commercial success after crossing over to pop.
Aug 29, 2004 · Singer Dinah Washington, the Grammy-winning "Queen of the Jukeboxes," left her turbulent life behind at the tender age of 39. In that short period, a volatile mix of undeniable talent and...
New recommendations. Dinah Washington was an American singer and pianist, one of the most popular black female recording artists of the 1950s. Primarily a jazz vocalist, she performed and...
Jul 7, 2023 · Arts & Literature Arts Music. Dinah Washington Singer and pianist Dinah Washington (1924-1963) was one of the most popular African American recording artists of the 1950s and was often called the “Queen of the Blues.” Primarily a jazz vocalist, she performed in a variety of styles, including pop, rhythm and blues (R&B), and country.
Aug 10, 2017 · Review. Forebears: The Mercurial And Majestic Dinah Washington. August 10, 201710:00 AM ET. By. Gwen Thompkins. Enlarge this image. Dinah Washington's impeccable voice was sleek, bright...
Self-appointed as the “Queen of the Blues,” Dinah Washington is known for her incredible musical ability that spanned a variety of genres. From gospel to R&B to pop, Dinah was a female powerhouse to be reckoned with in the 1950s. The Songbook Library & Archives is thrilled to serve as the repository for more than 40 of Dinah’s arrangements.
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