NINA SIMONE - Fodder on My Wings (1982-2005) RM | FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

In the 1980s, Nina Simone's recordings, particularly those cut in the studio, tended to be a bit erratic. Fodder on My Wings, which was recorded in Paris, is certainly all over the place, although mostly rewarding. Simone is joined by a rhythm section and occasionally a pair of unidentified horns (trumpet and tenor), an organ, and background singers. The repertoire includes the quiet ballad "Il Y a un Baume a Gilhead," the rollicking "Liberian Calypso," a unique unaccompanied and mostly out-of-tempo interpretation of "Alone Together Naturally," and a brief satirical "Color Is a Beautiful Thing." There are also singalongs, brief throwaways, and aching ballads. Far from flawless, there are enough strong moments to make this set of interest to Nina Simone fans. Scott Yanow
Tracklist :
1     I Sing Just to Know That I'm Alive 2:23
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2     Fodder in Her Wings 5:34
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3     Vous Êtes Seuls, Mais Je Désire Être Avec Vous 4:30
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4     Il Y a un Baume a Gilhead 2:21
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5     Liberian Calypso 2:59
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6     Alone Again Naturally 6:27
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7     I Was Just a Stupid Dog to Them 2:25
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8     Color Is a Beautiful Thing 1:03
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9     Le Peuple en Suisse 4:58
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10     Heaven Belongs to You 3:38
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11     Thandewye 5:31
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12     Stop 2:19
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13     They Took My Hand 0:34
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Credits :
Artwork By [Cover Painting] – Gabriel Jarnier
Congas, Bells, Percussion [Woodblock] – Sydney Thiam
Electric Bass, Vocals – Sylvain Marc
Percussion, Timpani – Paco Sery
Piano, Vocals, Harpsichord, Shaker, Tambourine, Vocals [Harmony], Arranged By, Conductor, Other [Conceived By], Lyrics By [English And French] – Nina Simone