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Odetta Holmes, known as Odetta, was an American singer and activist who played a pivotal role in the folk music revival of the 1950s and 1960s. Her 1956 debut album, "Odetta Sings Ballads and Blues," influenced numerous musicians, including Bob Dylan. Odetta was renowned for her powerful contralto voice and her interpretations of traditional songs, blues, and spirituals. Throughout her career, she collaborated with artists such as Harry Belafonte and Joan Baez. Her music and activism significantly impacted the civil rights movement in the United States.
