HBO’s much anticipated airing of the biopic “Bessie” stars grammy award winning singer/actress Queen Latifah as the sassy songstress. The soundtrack, to be relased on CD June 2, includes some of Bessie’s original songs newly recorded by Latifah. The work of BASSic Black Entertainment CEO, Adam Blackstone is also featured on the soundtrack.
The album alsoBessie Smith’s original “Gimme A Pigfoot and A Bottle Of Beer” recording, featuring newly recorded vocals, ad-libs and raucous banter by Queen Latifah, set to enhanced instrumentation remixed and produced by Adam Blackstone and Queen Latifah.
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“Bessie” airs May 16 on HBO. Check your local listings!!