Fodder on My Wings

by Nina Simone

Overview

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

Product Details

Release Date:	04/03/2020
Label:	Verve
UPC:	0602508265334
Rank:	63426

Tracks

1. I Sing Just to Know That I'm Alive
2. Fodder in Her Wings
3. Vous etes seuls, mais je d¿¿sire etre avec vous
4. Il y a un baume a gilhead
5. Liberian Calypso
6. Alone Again Naturally
7. I Was Just a Stupid Dog to Them
8. Color Is a Beautiful Thing
9. Le Peuple en Suisse
10. Heaven Belongs to You
11. Thandewye
12. Stop
13. They Took My Hand

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Nina Simone   Primary Artist,Harpsichord,Harp,Piano,Shaker,Vocals,Conductor,Tambourine
Sylvain Marc   Guitar (Bass),Vocals,Bass (Electric)
Paco Sery   Timpani,Percussion
Sydney Thiam   Bells,Congas,Wood Block

Technical Credits

Giancarlo Cerri   Audio Production,Producer
Yves Chamberland   Audio Production,Producer
Claude Ermelin   Remixing
Nina Simone   Concept,Harmony,Arranger,Composer,Recording Arranger
Gilbert O'Sullivan   Composer
Daniel Abraham   Engineer