Anita Baker: podcast appearances and interviews

Anita Denise Baker, born on January 26, 1958, is a jazz and soul singer known for her soulful ballads. She gained prominence during the quiet storm period of the 1980s. Baker began her music career in the late 1970s as a member of the funk band Chapter 8. She released her first solo album, The Songstress, in 1983. Her second album, Rapture, came out in 1986 and achieved Platinum status; it featured the Grammy-winning single 'Sweet Love.' Over her career, Baker has received numerous awards including eight Grammy Awards. She has recorded four Platinum albums and two Gold albums. Baker is characterized by her contralto voice and a wide vocal range that spans multiple octaves.