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Fitzgerald, Ella (1917-1996)
Ella Fitzgerald was a female jazz singer considered without equal at the height of the jazz era.  Her voice had an amazing and vibrant range that allowed her to sing nearly every jazz style.  Ella was also an accomplished composer and bandleader who performed into the
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Campaigners in Wolverhampton launch 'The Windrush Justice Clinic' in honour of the late Paulette Wilson. - Voice Online
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1984
10 Classic Songs About Racism and Civil Rights
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Bobby McFerrin
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11
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George Duke
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