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December 3, 2008


odetta
posted by soe 4:34 am

Odetta, 1930-2008

From this spring:

From a few years ago:

From Last.fm, “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands”

From NPR, a 2005 interview. Be sure to check out the additional links on the side and at the bottom of the page.

Category: arts. There is/are 3 Comments.



Oh, how tragic! Of course, the morning news shows ignored this story, to the loss of all the viewers. I’m so glad to have seen her perform, and glad she lived to see Obama elected.

Gotta find some Odetta to spin up this morning…

Comment by Rudi 12.03.08 @ 9:23 am

Thanks for the springtime video. What a great voice. She is such a part of my growing up fondest memories. She will be quite an addition to the heavenly choir. Thanks for your music, Odetta.

Comment by DOD 12.03.08 @ 10:59 am

What a great woman. Read her biography, listen. Thanks for the videos.

Comment by susan g 12.03.08 @ 4:01 pm