Kim Nally Swings Some Billie Holiday

"A fine vocalist, she has the range - 3 1/2 octaves - to cover everyone from Bessie Smith, whose earthy tones infuse her version of a very, young Holiday on "'Taint Nobody's Business," to the vocal pyrotechnics of Ella Fitzgerald - as she does, hilariously, in her and Holiday's takes on "Fine and Mellow." And she performs with a generosity of spirit that embraces and energizes the entire audience. "
(read more from sf gate weekly article)

Now that's what I like to hear. A young lady of today paying homage to some of the greats from the past. I'd say keep an eye and an ear on this young lady. Especially if she sounds anything close to this lady:
Billie Holiday – “Swing, Brother, Swing!” mp3





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