{"title":"Billy Holiday","description":"\u003cp\u003eBillie Holiday was one of jazz’s most influential vocalists, celebrated for her emotional depth, unique phrasing, and powerful social impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBillie Holiday (born Eleanora Fagan in 1915) became a defining voice of 20th‑century jazz through her distinctive phrasing, improvisational skill, and the ability to transform simple lyrics into deeply expressive performances. Her signature songs—especially “Strange Fruit,” a haunting protest against racial violence—cemented her legacy as both an artist and cultural force. Despite personal struggles, Holiday’s influence endures, and she remains one of jazz’s most revered figures. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/9143\/6031\/collections\/20230211_193919780_iOS.jpg?v=1777418795","url":"https:\/\/www.onvinyl.co.nz\/collections\/billy-holiday.oembed","provider":"On Vinyl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}