Why It Belongs in Your Collection
Nina Simone’s Little Girl Blue is the record that introduced one of the most singular voices in 20th-century music. Originally recorded in New York in December 1957 and issued on Bethlehem, it captures Simone at the very beginning: already unmistakable, already blending jazz, blues, gospel, classical and emotion into something entirely her own.
This is an essential early Nina Simone recording and a powerful entry point into her catalogue.
The Sound and the Story
There is a quiet intensity running through Little Girl Blue. Simone’s piano playing is precise, while her voice carries a rare combination of vulnerability and strength. The music feels intimate without being small; every performance has space to breathe.
The trio setting keeps the focus firmly on Simone. Jimmy Bond’s bass and Albert “Tootie” Heath’s drums provide subtle support, allowing her phrasing, timing and piano touch to lead the album. Even as a debut, it already sounds fully formed.
Pressing, Condition and Care
This is a new, sealed 1LP edition on 180-gram virgin vinyl, presenting the complete album with three bonus tracks from the same sessions.
All records are packed carefully for dispatch using purpose-made vinyl mailers, with extra care taken to protect corners and sleeves.
About This Release
Little Girl Blue was Nina Simone’s debut album, recorded in New York in December 1957 and originally released on Bethlehem. The album features Simone on vocals and piano, accompanied by Jimmy Bond on bass and Albert “Tootie” Heath on drums.
This edition includes the complete original album plus three bonus tracks from the same sessions.
Why It Belongs in Your Collection
Nina Simone’s Little Girl Blue is the record that introduced one of the most singular voices in 20th-century music. Originally recorded in New York in December 1957 and issued on Bethlehem, it captures Simone at the very beginning: already unmistakable, already blending jazz, blues, gospel, classical and emotion into something entirely her own.
This is an essential early Nina Simone recording and a powerful entry point into her catalogue.
The Sound and the Story
There is a quiet intensity running through Little Girl Blue. Simone’s piano playing is precise, while her voice carries a rare combination of vulnerability and strength. The music feels intimate without being small; every performance has space to breathe.
The trio setting keeps the focus firmly on Simone. Jimmy Bond’s bass and Albert “Tootie” Heath’s drums provide subtle support, allowing her phrasing, timing and piano touch to lead the album. Even as a debut, it already sounds fully formed.
Pressing, Condition and Care
This is a new, sealed 1LP edition on 180-gram virgin vinyl, presenting the complete album with three bonus tracks from the same sessions.
All records are packed carefully for dispatch using purpose-made vinyl mailers, with extra care taken to protect corners and sleeves.
About This Release
Little Girl Blue was Nina Simone’s debut album, recorded in New York in December 1957 and originally released on Bethlehem. The album features Simone on vocals and piano, accompanied by Jimmy Bond on bass and Albert “Tootie” Heath on drums.
This edition includes the complete original album plus three bonus tracks from the same sessions.
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