In case you didn't know this, Jazz artist & Civil rights Pioneer, Abbey Lincoln Passed Away

[MrScorpio]

May She Rest In Power.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiHS8Hf7Tb4

Abbey Lincoln
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Anna Marie Wooldridge (August 6, 1930 – August 14, 2010),<1> better known by her stage name Abbey Lincoln, was a jazz vocalist, songwriter, and actress. Lincoln was unusual in that she wrote and performed her own compositions, expanding the expectations of jazz audiences.

Biography

Born in Chicago, Illinois,<2> she was one of many singers influenced by Billie Holiday. Lincoln had a very long and productive career and continued to perform until the time of her death. She often could be found at the Blue Note in New York City.<3>

With Ivan Dixon, she co-starred in Nothing But a Man, an independent film written and directed by Michael Roemer. She also co-starred with Sidney Poitier and Beau Bridges in 1968's For Love of Ivy,<4> and received a 1969 Golden Globe nomination for her appearance in the film.

Lincoln also appeared in the 1956 film The Girl Can't Help It, for which she famously wore a dress worn by Marilyn Monroe in Gentleman Prefer Blondes and interpreted the theme song, working with Benny Carter.<4>

Lincoln sang on the 1960s landmark jazz civil rights recording, We Insist! – Freedom Now Suite (1960) by jazz musician Max Roach and was married to him from 1962 to 1970.<5> Especially since this album, Abbey Lincoln was connected to the political fight against racism in the United States.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abbey_Lincoln

[villager]

1. not only did I know, I think it's time to re-watch "Nothing But a Man!"

One of my favorite films....



And a good memory of her co-star, Ivan Dixon, and that film, from the DU archives!

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=105x7594352

[geckosfeet]

2. Yes. I saw her perform once. She brought tears to my eyes.

[NV Whino]

3. Rest in peace, Abbey

I met her once. Nice, down to earth lady, and a real talent.