Grammy Award-winning blues, R&B, and jazz singer Dinah Washington (1924-1963), the "Queen of the Black Jukebox," left behind a tumultuous life after an overdose at the age of 39. During this short period, an explosive mix of undeniable talent and insecurity led her to the heights of fame. *Dinah Sings Blazing Ballads* is a new compilation of her best ballads, featuring her alongside stars such as Clark Terry, Cannonball Adderley, Wynton Kelly, and orchestras led by Quincy Jones and Don Costa.