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Dusty Springfield, often hailed as the “Queen of Blue-Eyed Soul,” captivated audiences with her rich, emotional vocals and timeless hits. Her influence on pop and soul music continues to inspire new generations of artists.
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Dusty Springfield recorded the entire 'Dusty in Memphis' album vocals in New York City because she felt too intimidated to sing in front of the legendary Southern session musicians in Memphis.
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Q:What was Dusty Springfield's real name?
A:Her real name was Mary Isobel Catherine Bernadette O'Brien.
Dusty Springfield was born Mary O'Brien. She adopted her stage name in the 1950s to craft a more distinctive musical identity when performing with her brother Tom in their early folk-pop group The Springfields.
Q:When and where was Dusty Springfield born?
A:She was born in London, England, in 1939.
Dusty Springfield was born on April 16, 1939, in West Hampstead, London. Growing up in an Irish-English family, her early exposure to various music styles influenced her soulful sound and vocal expressiveness.
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