With the conclusion of the Olympics we get to return to our regularly scheduled programs, most of which have been on hiatus since at least December.
Aside from a way to let myself indulge in weekly pearl clutching, my favourite television shows also offer a glimpse into previously unexplored musical realms.
Just last month, I was introduced to the amazing Nina Simone rendition of Sinnerman while watching an episode of the BBC drama Sherlock. The tune actually brought me out of the show enough that I had to quickly scribble down the lyrics so I could look it up later.
The song was recorded by the songstress in 1965, but has been kicking around in a variety of iterations since the turn of the century, born as an African-American spiritual.
Get lost in the power of her 10-minute version here: http://youtu.be/QH3Fx41Jpl4.
