Jimmie Haskell, the arranger who worked with Bobbie on the song, told interviewers, I asked Kelly [Gordon], What do you want me to do? He said, Just put some strings on it so we wont be embarrassed. Glen Campbell discography and songs: Music profile for Glen Campbell, born 22 April 1936. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at Last.fm. The album was certified gold by the RIAA on January 29, 1969.[8]. Bobbie Gentry was once quoted saying that, The song is sort of a study in unconscious cruelty. But to her surprise, the listeners seemed to be more concerned with what was thrown off the bridge than they were with the thoughtlessness of the people described in the song. Bobbie Gentrys final album, Fancy, consisted mainly of cover songs. It peaked at No. Kelly Gordon passed away shortly after, at the age of 48. But despite all the fame and riches, she didnt let it get to her head. The single's B-side, "Less of Me", peaked at No. Its a mark of the versatility of Gentrys songwriting that both versions are inspired. In 1974, a writer by the name of Morag Veljkovic questioned the singers feminist credentials, writing Didnt the tight dresses and teased-up hair contradict a bra-burning stance?, In response, Bobbie said calmly, Did you know that I took Ode to Billie Joe to Capitol, sold it, and produced the album myself? Bobbie Gentry would soon become a regular guest on Glen Campbell's genial television variety show, where her pantsuited, beehived country-pop bombshell image belied her delicate, sweet voice and smart, blues-tinged songwriting. Then her label, Capitol, paired her with the biggest-selling country star of the day, Glen Campbell, who by this time was approaching pop-star status. The album was certified gold by the RIAA on January 29, 1969.[8]. Little Green Apples 3. In one of her early interviews, Bobbie touched briefly on her rural childhood, saying, We didnt have electricity, and I didnt have many playthings.. Gentry had two hits with Glen Campbell: "All I Have to Do Is Dream," which reached No. Bobbie instantly took to the instrument and wrote her first-ever song at the young age of seven, a sweet tune called My Dog Sergeant Is a Good Dog. At 13, her parents divorced, and the young teen moved to Palm Springs, California with her mom, who quickly remarried. Gentry has never sounded sweeter, almost anticipating the soft vocals of Karen Carpenter, while Campbell employs his most honeyed harmonies as they relax quietly together over coffee. In addition, young country star Taylor Swifthas possibly made Bobbie the star of her songThe Lucky One. It peaked at No. My Elusive Dreams 6. 8 and in the U.K., their record peaked at No. Gentry made history by becoming the first ever female singer-songwriter to serve as the host of many network television shows. Bobbie Gentry, 'Ode to Billie Joe' (1967) "Ode to Billie Joe" is a hauntingly beautiful narrative song by American singer-songwriter Bobbie Gentry, released in 1967 as part of her debut album. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for GLEN CAMPBELL & BOBBIE GENTRY 1969 vintage POSTER ADVERT LET IT BE ME Capitol at the best online prices at eBay! The album's first single, "Mornin' Glory", was released in October 1968. As for Gentry, the albums legacy was trickier. "[5], Cashbox also published a review on September 28, which said, "Capitol has combined the talents of its two top pop/country artists and the result is sure to be a profitable sales future. Her disappearance got the fans wondering what in the world happened to Bobbie? We selected very masculine guys with good bodies they were often shirtless, Bradburn mentioned. Released January 1969 from the album "Bobbie Gentry & Glen Campbell", it reached #14 Country, #36 Hot 100, #7 AC. Her country-folk music came at just the right time, and her fame brought with it her very own TV variety series as well as a duet album with Glen Campbell. uDiscover Music is operated by Universal Music Group (UMG). An original Mono version will have black Capitol labels with the rainbow ring. Can you list the top facts and stats about Bobbie Gentry and Glen Campbell? Mornin' Glory 8.. Bobbies biographer, Tara Murtha, believes that Bobbie Gentry set out a blueprint for women in music today. Bright, he noted. 14 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and No. I was listening to the radio one day and I heard Ode to Billie Joe.. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Bobbie Gentry And Gl - Bobbie Gentry Glen Campbell - Used Vinyl Reco - E293A at the best online prices at eBay! 85 on the RPM Top Singles chart. Play. In 1968 America, with the ongoing Vietnam war and the assassinations of Martin Luther King and Robert Kennedy, perhaps Campbell and Gentry were disorientated like the rest of the population, far from convinced that everything was alright. Bobbie Gentry would soon become a regular guest on Glen Campbell 's genial television variety show, where her pantsuited, beehived country-pop bombshell image belied her delicate, sweet voice and smart, blues-tinged songwriting. Bobbie Gentry & Glen Campbell 1. I thought if I ever write something its got to be as real as Ode to Billie Joe. Not long after, Tony started writing Polk Salad Annie. Their marriage lasted a little over three months. Bobbie Gentry - Bobbie Gentry And Glen Campbell - Used Vinyl Record - D7350A Condition: Used "Light ring spine and edge wear. This allowed the writer of the films screenplay to invent his own tragic story. Gentry was loose as a goose, Campbell has said. by Paul Simon, Art Garfunkel, Al DeLory producer, arrangements, conductor, This page was last edited on 31 March 2022, at 15:37. The collection is mostly based around covers and includes only one Bobbie original, The Delta Sweetes Mornin Glory re-configured (less successfully) as a duet; released as the albums lead single the song was a significant hit on the country and easy listening charts. Returns accepted. They do the Everly Brothers' Let It Be Me and a killer version of one of the great songs, Little Green Apples, written by Nashville's Bobby Russell. Preview, download or stream Bobbie Gentry And Glen Campbell by Bobbie Gentry. Bobbie was involved in the making of the film. Vinyl has minor imperfections." Price: US $13.92 Buy It Now Add to cart Add to Watchlist Returns accepted Ships from United States Shipping: FREEEconomy Shipping | See details 0.30. She would soon ignore the charts and spend all of her time performing in Vegas. Bobbie wrote, produced, and designed her sets and costumes. Her duet album with Glen Campbell named Bobbie Gentry and Glen Campbell, as well as her 1969 record Touch 'Em With Love, both reached high acclaims. In the summer of 1976, Warner Brothers Studios released a film that was inspired by Bobbies timeless song. Less of Me 2. 4 on Billboard ' s Easy Listening chart, [18] No. Bobbie Gentry (born July 27, 1944) is an American singer-songwriter. In the UK the album peaked at No. 36 on the US Billboard Hot 100. 0 Like. Bobbie Gentry and Glen Campbell is a studio album by American singer-songwriters Bobbie Gentry and Glen Campbell. 15 on the RPM Top Easy Listening Singles chart and No. What makes finding Bobbie even more difficult, is that most of those who worked with her onher song Ode to Billie Joeare deceased, including her arranger, Jimmy Haskell. Bobbie Gentry and Glen Campbell: November 21, 1969: The Everly Brothers - Orchestra conducted by Archie Bleyer: Apartment 21: Bobbie Gentry: June 1970: John Buck Wilkin: Away in a Manger: Bobbie Gentry: 1969, , Big Boss Man: Bobbie Gentry: February 1968: Jimmy Reed: Circle 'Round the Sun: 50 on the OCC Albums Chart. Bobbies clothes were her own designs, and her raven hair matched her brown doe eyes beautifully. It was released on September 16, 1968, by Capitol Records. I can sort of understand why she quit music and went into seclusion, he noted. Campbell and Gentry had known one another for a few years, before either was famous. She told the writer, though, that she had no idea why the Billie in her song had committed suicide. Gentry had Portuguese parents in Mississippi but she was raised by her grandparents in California. The album spawned two hit singles and was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America. They lasted just 11 short months, not even a whole year. It peaked at number one on Billboards Hot 100 and cracked the Top 10 on the R&B charts. Tony continued, Man, this girl with a great voice, playing a cool guitar, and I thought: How real can you get? I thought, IamBillie Joe; Ive picked cotton, and been in the river and been in the swamps. Located in: Cheltenham, GLOS, United Kingdom. Shes the genius behind the massive, international, number-one single Ode to Billie Joe. Not everyone was Bobbies fan. Simon Bolivar (Bolivar Plaza) 3. Listening to the lyrics, the song seems autobiographical. 1968 Bobbie Gentry and Glen Campbell. 1. Bottom right edge starting to split. In archery, what is the name of the notch found at the rearmost end of an arrow? She was very easy to work with. This effortless familiarity became the defining feature of Bobbie Gentry And Glen Campbell, released on September 16, 1968. Please try again later. Glen Campbell / Bobbie Gentry: Gentle on my Mind (1968) 3:08 Less Of Me 2:11 Less Of Me 2:11 Little Green Apples 3:17 Gentle On My Mind 3:11 Heart To Heart Talk 2:56 My Elusive Dreams 3:16 [It's Only Your] Imagination 1:53 Mornin' Glory 2:55 Terrible Tangled Web 2:07 Sunday Mornin' 2:33 Let It Be Me 2:08 Medley: Scarborough Fair/Canticle 3:23 In 1967, America was clearly not ready to roll out the red carpet for the female artist who wrote, played, and produced her own material, Sheila added. Add Image S2, Ep21 22 Feb. 1970 Dionne Warwick, the 5th Dimension, John Byner, Ruth Buzzi Rate Capitol Records finally arranged for Hall to meet with Bobbie in 1969. It also earned her a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Vocal Performance. Written by Manny Curtis and Gilbert Becaud. Bobbie Gentry and Glen Campbell is a studio album by American singer-songwriters Bobbie Gentry and Glen Campbell. The lyrics read They still tell the legend of how you disappeared, how you took the money and your dignity and got the hell out.. The duetting on a well planned program of pop hits is a natural for fast programming and top sales. My Elusive Dreams 6. Genres: Country Pop, Nashville Sound, Countrypolitan. I had a small group of stringstwo cellos and four violins to fit her guitar-playing. John Cameron, the arranger for her BBC shows, said: She was pretty much the alpha female in the group [producer] Stanley Dorfmans assistant Kate and choreographer Flick Colby were the only other prominent females in the crew. I can't find a U.S. copy like mine. Gentle On My Mind. The singer was Bobbie Gentry who, when the record was released in the summer of 1967, was so undocumented that DJs didn't know if she was black or white, whether the single was stripped-back. \r\r\"Gentle on My Mind\" was written by John Hartford (1937 - 2001); the song won two 1968 Grammy Awards. ASIN: B000V0G6HU Title: Bobbie Gentry and Glen Campbell Record Label Name: Capitol Records USA 2314 Category (item-type): audio-recordings Marketplace: USA 7" 45 rpm Product details Package Dimensions : 12.1 x 12.1 x 0.1 inches; 11.2 Ounces Manufacturer : Capitol Records Date First Available : August 11, 2007 36 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The album spawned two hit singles and was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America . 364. Show more. 23. this is a music publisher, ASCAP-affiliated), Songs of Universal, Inc., Universal Music Corp. (USA, affiliated . Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Bobbie Gentry - Fancy (Vinyl Record, 1970, Capitol, ST-428) Country at the best online prices at eBay! "Let It Be Me", was released as a single in January 1969. referencing Bobbie Gentry & Glen Campbell (LP, Album, Stereo) ST 2928, referencing Bobbie Gentry And Glen Campbell (LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo) SM 2928, referencing Bobbie Gentry & Glen Campbell (LP, Album, Scranton Pressing) ST 2928, 8-Track Cartridge, Album, Unofficial Release. The song would be her final hit. Knowing how to capitalize on her talent and looks, Bobbie ended up with her own BBC TV series, as well as an album withGlen Campbell. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and was third in the Billboard year-end . Some recording artists included in uDiscover Music articles are affiliated with UMG. Her country-folk music came at just the right time, and her fame brought with it her very own TV variety series as well as a duet album with Glen Campbell. 3:14. Their version reached No. 1 on the US Billboard Top Country LP's chart and No. No one will ever hear it anyway. She came in, waved to us. In 1969, Bobbie released Fancy, a song recorded with Rick Hall. She taught herself guitar, banjo, and bass. 3 in South Africa ( Springbok . I was branching out in my own head for the first time, Jimmie added. The album was reissued in the UK in 1983 by EMI's budget label mfp, under the title All I Have to Do Is Dream, featuring new cover art and a slightly re-sequenced track listing, including the duo's 1969 single "All I Have to Do Is Dream". The Countrypolitan Sweete. 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Sell now Shop with confidence eBay Money Back Guarantee Get the item you ordered or get your money back. We recordedIll Never Fall in Love Again.The song did nothing in the U.S. but was No. When asked by journalists, they responded: We havent heard from her in years and have no idea where she is. The album spawned two hit singles and was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America. (It's Only Your) Imagination 7. The people at school took notice of her, and word spread on campus that there was a beautiful, raven-haired talent singing and playing to her hearts desire. She quit on her own terms. Bobbie was 25 when she married. Medley: Scarborough Fair/Canticle - Remastered 2000. For the latest music news and exclusive features, check out uDiscover Music. Gentry toured briefly with Campbell and performed on a number of American and British television programs and . On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Bobbie Gentry and Glen Campbell is a studio album by American singer-songwriters Bobbie Gentry and Glen Campbell. Time. Billboard also crowned it their number three song of 1967. 14 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and No. It contains some of the smoothest vocal performances ever laid down by either Gentry or Campbell and, knowing the character of each, perhaps a hint of rebellion spiking its saccharine. In Canada the album peaked at No. 11 on the US Billboard Top LP's chart. Very pretty renditions of "Mornin' Glory", "My Elusive Dreams", "Sunday Mornin'" and "Scarborough Fair"."[7]. She was also dating casino millionaire William Harrah, with whom she tied the knot later in 1969. Delivery: Estimated between Wed, 15 Mar and Fri, 17 Mar to 23917. 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