Billie Holiday-the first black singer with a big band.
Billie Holiday was one of the first African American Jazz artist .
break the color barrier and record and perform with white musicians actually this is untrue their was another singer who did that Billie was about the second. Its safe to say she was one of the firsts.
Billie Holiday didn't go to college.
Billie Holiday was never married to Lester Young, even though they did like each other for a little while
Billie Holiday's first album was titled "Billie Holiday," released in 1933. It was a collection of her recordings made for Columbia Records, featuring tracks that showcased her unique vocal style and emotional depth. The album included popular songs of the time, helping to establish her as a prominent figure in jazz music. Holiday's early work laid the foundation for her influential career in the music industry.
Billie Holiday was one of the first African American Jazz artist .
break the color barrier and record and perform with white musicians actually this is untrue their was another singer who did that Billie was about the second. Its safe to say she was one of the firsts.
Billie Holiday first sang at the Hot-Cha club.
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Jackie Robinson
Billie Holiday didn't go to college.
Billie Holiday was never married to Lester Young, even though they did like each other for a little while
The first African-American girl to play soccer is Briana Scurry.
No. There were black jazz singers before she was even born.
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Yes. Aside from her incredibly influential talent in vocal jazz, Billy Holiday is also famous for being the first to sing "Strange Fruit," a darkly poetic song about the horrors and brutal violence of racism. The song was early for its time, and was extremely controversial.