Miriam Makeba

  • Album


Name

Miriam Makeba

Description

Debut album by Miriam Makeba.

Types

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Released

05

Month
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11

Day
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1960

Year

12

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am

Statement

RCA Victor Records was hoping to replicate the success of Harry Belafonte, Makeba's mentor, by signing her to their label. However, despite critical acclaim, the album was not a commercial success. RCA Victor dropped Makeba from their label, but re-signed her three years later.