Quick Info
| Profession | Jazz singer, songwriter, musician, producer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 04/12/1955 |
| Age | 70 years |
| Birthplace | Jackson, Mississippi, U.S. |
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Bio/Wiki
| Known For | Blending jazz with blues, folk, country, and other genres |
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| Awards | Two Grammy Awards |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Education | Jackson State University |
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| Qualification | Degree in mass communications |
Personal Life
| Birth Name | Cassandra Marie Fowlkes |
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Family
| Father | Herman Fowlkes Jr. |
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| Mother | Mary Fowlkes |
Career
| Genres | Jazz, blues, folk, country |
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| Notable Work | Blue Light, New Moon Daughter |
| Career Summary | American jazz vocalist and recording artist known for an expressive contralto voice and genre-crossing recordings. |
Style Quotient
| Vocal Style | Contralto, smoky and deep |
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| Musical Style | Eclectic, improvisational, genre-blending |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Born Cassandra Marie Fowlkes. | |
| 2. Grew up in Jackson, Mississippi. | |
| 3. Has been associated with blues-influenced jazz and folk material. | |
| 4. Won Grammy Awards for her music. |