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Fever

Legendary singer Peggy Lee's daughter Nicki Foster talks about her mother's life and her unforgettable hit record. From November 2002.

When bass player Max Bennett heard an unknown sing 'Fever' in a small LA nightclub, he knew he'd found a new song for the singer he worked for - Peggy Lee.

Lee's finger-snapping, bass and drums arrangement went on to immortalise the song.

The legendary singer's daughter Nicki Foster talks about her mother's life and her unforgettable hit record.

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Producer: Sara Conkey

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in November 2002.

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