Tina Turner, 1939 — 2023

“River Deep, Mountain High,” written by Jeff Barry, Ellie Greenwich, and Phil Spector, recorded in 1966. Ike Turner is lurking in the background of this promo clip, but the song is gloriously Tina Turner, the Wrecking Crew, and the Wall of Sound.

More:

“Tina Turner, Magnetic Singer of Explosive Power, Is Dead at 83,” William Grimes, New York Times

“‘Queen of rock ‘n’ roll’ Tina Turner dies at 83,” By Mike Davidson, Reuters

“Tina Turner, ‘Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll’ whose triumphant career made her world-famous, dies at 83,” Hillel Italie, Associated Press

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Land of a Thousand Dances Chris Kenner

“Land of a Thousand Dances,” written by Chris Kenner, performed by Tina Turner, 1987.

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Rock and Roll Music

“Rock and Roll Music,” written in 1957 by Chuck Berry, performed by Mr. Berry with Tina Turner in 1982.

Related:

“Chuck Berry tributes pour in: ‘Greatest rock‘n’roll writer who ever lived,’” James Tapper, The Guardian

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River Deep, Matterhorn High

Rhythm & Blues great Tina Turner has renounced relinquished her U.S. citizenship. Earlier this year she successfully petitioned for Swiss citizenship. Born in Nutbush, Tennessee 73 years ago as Anna Mae Bullock, she has lived in Kuesnacht, on Lake Zurich, since 1995 with German music producer Erwin Bach, whom she recently married.

River Deep, Matterhorn High

Rhythm & Blues great Tina Turner has successfully petitioned local authorities for Swiss citizenship. Born in Nutbush, Tennessee 73 years ago as Anna Mae Bullock, she has lived in Kuesnacht, on Lake Zurich, since 1995. If Swiss federal and state authorities approve the application as expected, Frau Turner will surrender her U.S. Passport.