Cassandra Wilson
Cassandra Wilson (born December 4, 1955) is an American jazz singer, songwriter, and producer from Jackson, Mississippi. She is one of the most successful female jazz singers and has been described by critic Gary Giddins as "a singer blessed with an unmistakable timbre and attack [who has] expanded the playing field" by incorporating blues, country, and folk music into her work. She has won numerous awards, including two Grammys, and was named "America's Best Singer" by Time magazine in 2001.
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Cassandra Wilson in 2007 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | December 4, 1955 Jackson, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Singer |
| Years active | 1985–present |
| Labels | JMT, Blue Note |
| Website | cassandrawilson |
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