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    In Her Own Words and Music: A Tribute to Nina Simone

    Tom Schnabel presents rare interviews and live performances by renowned chanteuse and activist Nina Simone, who passed away in France on April 21, 2003.

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    By Tom Schnabel • May 11, 2003 • 1h 10m Listen

    Tom Schnabel presents rare interviews and live performances by renowned chanteuse and activist Nina Simone, who passed away in France on April 21, 2003. Included in the 1985 and 1987 sessions are a rare in-studio recording of a special song Simone wrote in memory of Bob Marley and performed live in KCRW's studio, and in her own words, views of her life and her artistry, as well as selections from her various recordings.

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