Etta James

vocals · 1938 · Los Angeles

Los Angeles singer who came to prominence in 1955 with «The Wallflower» («Roll with Me Henry»); she moved through rhythm and blues, blues, soul and standards. She was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993.

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Styles

• Blues, spirituals, work songs
• Vocal jazz, scat, vocalese

Landmark tracks

• At Last (Etta James) (1960)
• I Just Want to Make Love to You (1960)
• Stormy Weather (Etta James) (1960)
• Trust in Me (1960)
• Tell Mama (1967)
• I'd Rather Go Blind (1967)
• Security (1967)
• Steal Away (1967)

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