Sometimes I sound like gravel, and sometimes I sound like coffee and cream. Nina Simone Nina Simone (born Eunice Kathleen Waymon; February 21, 1933 – April 21, 2003) was an American singer, pianist, songwriter, and civil rights activist. Her music spanned styles including classical, folk, gospel, blues, jazz, R&B,… Read More ›
Sound
Music
We don’t like their sound, and guitar music is on the way out. -Decca Recording Co. rejecting the Beatles, 1962 On 1 January 1962, before they reached international stardom, the Beatles auditioned for Decca Records at their Decca Studios in… Read More ›
Rejection
We don’t like their sound, and guitar music is on the way out. -Decca Recording Co. rejecting the Beatles, 1962