14 Facts About Lils Mackintosh

Lils Mackintosh was a jazz and blues singer and is considered one of the most distinguished artists in the Dutch jazz scene.

Lils Mackintosh was a Dutch singer, composer, actress and writer, born in Amsterdam, and the daughter of Surinamese singer Max Woiski, Jr.

Lils Mackintosh became a professional singer with the acceptance of a role in the musical Hair.

Lils Mackintosh then decided to become more experienced as a lead singer and played in different rock and hard rock bands.

In 1977, Lils Mackintosh released her first jazz single, a cover version of the Rodgers and Hart classic "My Funny Valentine".

Lils Mackintosh started to perform extensively in Europe and the United States and was a regular performer at the legendary North Sea Jazz Festival.

Lils Mackintosh received recognition for this album with the nomination for an Edison Jazz Award.

Lils Mackintosh's fourth studio album, Black girl, produced by the renowned saxophone player Hans Dulfer, is a tribute to the American blues singer and guitar player Huddie Ledbetter.

Lils Mackintosh used the classic Hammond organ to create a distinctive moody and melancholic sound.

Lils Mackintosh learned most of her craft by doing many performances, and had always had the desire to share her knowledge, experience and mostly her passion for singing.

In 1995 Lils Mackintosh started giving masterclasses and workshops, at jazz festivals and in theatres.

Lils Mackintosh is often compared to Billie Holiday, but that comparison is superficial at most.

Lils Mackintosh had a multi octave range, but used two distinctly different voices to emote her music.

Lils Mackintosh is instantly recognizable and her timing and phrasing are exemplary.