Product details
- Label Verve Records
- Artist Nina Simone
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 2023
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed Yes
Do you have questions about this product?
You've Got To Learn by Nina Simone.
On Saturday, July 2, 1966, Nina Simone took the stage at the Newport Jazz Festival and delivered a performance that has waited decades to be heard in full. This newly discovered historic concert captures the High Priestess of Soul at the height of her powers, a live document that pulls you into the atmosphere of that summer evening and holds you there from the opening notes.
The set opens with the title track, "You've Got To Learn," a slow, searching meditation that showcases Simone's gift for turning a lyric into a lesson. From there she moves into "I Loves You, Porgy," the Gershwin ballad that became one of her signature interpretations, sung with the restraint and ache that only she could bring to it. "Blues For Mama" closes the first side, a knowing, deeply felt blues that carries the weight of everything she lived and everything she sang about.
Flip to the second side and the intensity only grows. "Be My Husband" opens with its hypnotic, stomping insistence, a call and response that feels almost ceremonial in the live setting. Then comes "Mississippi Goddam," the protest anthem that made Simone a voice of the civil rights movement, performed here before a festival crowd with all the fire and fearlessness the song demands. The record closes on "Music For Lovers," a gentler note to send the audience home on.
Pressed on striking magenta vinyl, this edition is a fitting tribute to an artist whose music always burned in vivid color. The shrinkwrap carries a hype sticker reading "Happy Birthday, Miss Simone," alongside the Verve 90 logo and the code STDDNINA90, marking this as a celebratory release honoring her legacy.
Collectors will appreciate the details in the runouts, where the catalog number and "KR" are hand etched while the rest of the information is stamped, a small signature of care in the pressing. Made in Canada, this is a release that rewards close attention, both on the turntable and in the hand.
For anyone drawn to Nina Simone's live artistry, this Newport recording is an essential addition, a chance to sit in the presence of a legend as she moves from tender ballad to blistering protest and back again. It belongs on the shelf of every serious jazz and blues listener, and on the turntable of anyone who wants to understand why her voice still resonates today.
Pressing Details:
Recorded live, Saturday, July 2. 1966 at the Newport Jazz Festival
Newly-Discovered Historic Concert Performance
Magenta vinyl
Hype Sticker on shrinkwrap:
Happy Birthday,
Miss Simone
Verve 90 logo
STDDNINA90
Cat # and "KR" etched in runouts, rest stamped.
Made in Canada
Track Listing:
A1. You've Got To Learn
A2. I Loves You, Porgy
A3. Blues For Mama
B1. Be My Husband
B2. Mississippi Goddam
B3. Music For Lovers
Artist: Nina Simone
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: Verve Records
Catalog Number: B0037882-01
Release Year: 2023
Country: United States
Condition: Sealed (New)
Frequently Asked Guestions
The condition of our vintage records varies, and we do our best to clearly state the condition of each record in its description. We rate them as 'Mint', 'Near Mint', 'Very Good', 'Good', or 'Fair', following the Goldmine Standard.
We understand the importance of ensuring our products reach you in the same condition they left us. Each record is packed using professional record mailers with additional padding. We also remove the record from its sleeve to prevent seam splits during transit.
Due to the unique nature of our inventory, we're unable to reserve items. All our records are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
Yes, we do buy vinyl records. If you're looking to sell, please send us a detailed list of what you have, including the artist, title, condition, and any other relevant information to hello@mileswaxey.com. We'll get back to you with a quote if we're interested.
Yes, we offer a return or exchange within 14 days of purchase if you're not completely satisfied with your record. The item must be in the same condition that you received it. Please note, return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.
Currently, our entire inventory is online. We do this to keep our prices competitive and to be able to reach vinyl lovers around the world. However, we're always looking for opportunities to connect with our customers in person, so follow us on social media for updates on pop-up events or potential future physical locations.