Kim Massie facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kim Massie
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Kim Massie
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| Background information | |
| Born | April 19, 1958 |
| Died | October 12, 2020 (age 62) |
| Genres | Soul, jazz, blues, R&B, gospel, funk |
| Occupation(s) | singer |
| Instruments | vocals |
| Years active | 1999-2020 |
Kim Massie (born in 1956 or 1957 – died October 12, 2020) was an American singer. She was known for her powerful voice in blues and soul music. Kim Massie performed mostly in her hometown of St. Louis, Missouri.
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Early Life and Music
Kim Massie started singing in gospel choirs when she was young. These choirs were in East St. Louis, Illinois. Even though she sang beautifully, she never had any formal voice lessons.
She spent her teenage years in Lorain, Ohio. In 1999, she moved back to St. Louis. She wanted to follow her dream of becoming a professional singer.
Discovering Her Talent
Kim Massie was discovered by chance. She was singing with a famous St. Louis saxophonist named Oliver Sain. People quickly noticed her amazing voice. Soon after, she started her own band. She called her band the Solid Senders.
Performances and Awards
Kim Massie became very popular. She often performed at blues dance events and music festivals. These events took place all over the United States.
Festival Appearances
Some of the big festivals she performed at included:
- Blues Rising in San Francisco in 2007
- The Emerald City Blues Festival in Seattle in 2009 and 2010
Recognitions and Honors
Kim Massie won several important awards for her singing. She was recognized for her talent and hard work.
- She won "Best Female Vocalist of the Year" twice. These awards were given by the Riverfront Times newspaper.
- In 2003, she starred in a play called It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues. This play was put on by the St. Louis Black Repertory Theatre.
- In 2005, she received a Grand Center Visionary Award. This award honors people who have a great vision for the arts.
Later Life
Kim Massie continued to share her music with many fans. She passed away on October 12, 2020. She was 62 years old. Her music and powerful voice are still remembered by many.
See also
In Spanish: Kim Massie para niños
