Added: Jul 9, 2008
From: BCBband
Duration: 3:25
Stereo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtuF35l_AcA&fmt=18 BCB Band and Maxi sing the Patsy Cline classic called "Crazy" written by Willie Nelson. One of the greatest singers in the history of country music, Patsy Cline also helped blaze a trail for female singers to assert themselves as an integral part of the Nashville-dominated country music industry. She was not alone in this regard; Kitty Wells had become a star several years before Cline's big hits in the early '60s. Brenda Lee, who shared Cline's producer, did just as much to create a country-pop crossover during the same era; Skeeter Davis briefly enjoyed similar success. Cline has the most legendary aura of any female country singer, however, perhaps due to an early death that cut her off just after she had entered her prime. Cline began recording in the mid-'50s, and although she recorded quite a bit of material between 1955 and 1960 (17 singles in all), only one of them was a hit. That song, "Walkin' After Midnight," was both a classic and a Top 20 pop smash. Those who are accustomed to Cline's famous early-'60s hits are in for a bit of a shock when surveying her '50s sessions (which have been reissued on several Rhino compilations). At times she sang flat-out rockabilly; she also tried some churchy tear-weepers. She couldn't follow up "Walkin' After Midnight," however, in part because of an exploitative deal that limited her to songs from one publishing company. Circumstances were not wholly to blame for Cline's commercial failures. She would have never made it as a rockabilly singer, lacking the conviction of Wanda Jackson or the spunk of Brenda Lee. In fact, in comparison with her best work, she sounds rather stiff and ill-at-ease on most of her early singles. Things took a radical turn for the better on all fronts in 1960, when her initial contract expired. With the help of producer Owen Bradley (who had worked on her sessions all along), Cline began selecting material that was both more suitable and of a higher quality than her previous outings. "I Fall to Pieces," cut at the very first session where Cline was at liberty to record what she wanted, was the turning point in her career. Reaching number one in the country charts and number 12 pop, it was the first of several country-pop crossovers she was to enjoy over the next couple of years. More important, it set a prototype for commercial Nashville country at its best. Owen Bradley crafted lush orchestral arrangements, with weeping strings and backup vocals by the Jordanaires, that owed more to pop (in the best sense) than country. The country elements were provided by the cream of Nashville's session musicians, including guitarist Hank Garland, pianist Floyd Cramer, and drummer Buddy Harmon. Cline's voice sounded richer, more confident, and more mature, with ageless wise and vulnerable qualities that have enabled her records to maintain their appeal with subsequent generations. When k.d. lang recorded her 1988 album Shadowland with Owen Bradley, it was this phase of Cline's career that she was specifically attempting to emulate. It's arguable that too much has been made of Cline's crossover appeal to the pop market. Brenda Lee, whose records were graced with similar Bradley productions, was actually more successful in this area (although her records were likely targeted toward a younger audience). Cline's appeal was undeniably more adult, but she was always more successful with country listeners. Her final four Top Ten country singles, in fact, didn't make the pop Top 40.
Channel: Music
Tags: buck classic country norris zazamaxi
Rating: 4.86 (21 ratings) Views: 985' favoriteCount='1 Comments: 25
zazamaxi Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - HI Jackie, Thank you, I am having a wonderful time in your Wonderful Country, for me it's the trip of a lifetime!!.
allshookup77 Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - That was an excellent singing performance by Maxi! I'm enjoy the BCBband & Maxi sessions very much... and this one was great! Keep 'em coming, FrAnK (5*****)
karaokewoman4life Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Im so glad you are enjoying yourself:) How long are you here for?
sherrilynn115oo Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Excellent Maxi!! You are crazy for feeling blue being with our two Idols- wish I was there with you all!!! LOLL Love all of you!!!
oldstewball Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Hi Maxi... Your name is very similar to mine (Max). Am I to believe that you are REALLY down in the bunker with the fellas? Honestly,I thought that you were somehow superimposed or digitally enmeshed with the guys by way of editing as karaokiewomanforlife and some others have done. So you are ACTUALLY in OK. Thanks soo much for solving the 'mystery'. LOL Blessings, Stewball
zazamaxi Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Yes Sherri, It's really an honour singing with 'The Boys' and I can't tell you how much fun it is to have live musicians!!! what a treat, and I wish you were here too. Love you back girlfriend.
zazamaxi Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Hi there Jaclki, Wish you were here singing too. I am here for 3 weeks, got another 2 weeks left, then Billo is coming back to England to stay with me for 2 weeks, five whole music/fun filled weeks!!! something tells me I will be back!!!!
zazamaxi Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Oh I am here alright, northing 'virtual' about us three in that bunker!!!!we are having the best time. That would be amazing editing and 'enmeshing mallarky' going on!!!!! can't see the join!!!! ha ha.
harleyhawgn Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Very Good Video, and thanks for sharing. 5*'s coming at you! THANKS, C.W.
karaokewoman4life Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Now how cool is that:) I am so glad you are having fun... and, it would be cool for us to get together and sing... Now, that would be awesome!! jackie
DAVIDDAMIENR Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - FUN FUN FUN Thanks Guys. David
A2GVB Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Heck your one smoothie XXX
valadga Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - oh i wish i was with you i hope i can come to cornwall soon sis i/m getting very restless, i/m so glad you are having a lovely time, luvs ya. valxxx
BCBband Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Indeed, indeed indeed.
BCBband Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Thanks very much CW
tizzywoz Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Wow, this is so weird seeing the three of you together at last, In fact that was absolutly brilliant guys.... Naturally Son wants it on her I Pod, Ha Ha, you have the most fantastic time together thankyou for sharing such a lovely video.... Looking forward to seeing you all. Was it the 21st at 9pm ? Loves Ya Babes xxxxxx
zazamaxi Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Hey You !!!!! 21st !!!9pm!!! better not...ha ha
zazamaxi Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Forgot to say...THANKS... glad you liked it and see you in two weeks !!!!.
ninjabluewings Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Hey About Time You Guys Let Maxi Go Solo Lol, GREAT VERSION! Maxi Sings This One REAL GOOD! With A Classic Style, You Guys Were Ok I Suppose Lol (Just Kidding) AS ALWAYS! PLAYED GREAT! A BIG 5! For All 3 Of You
BCBband Says:
Jul 10, 2008 - Will it when the song fits. We don't do a lot of "Girl" songs you know. LOL I had to convince her to do this one. She didn't think she could do it right! Thought she was fantastic on it when we found the right key.
classican Says:
Jul 10, 2008 - Fine job indeed! Excellent!!!
YTtigers Says:
Jul 11, 2008 - OMG there are so may videos of you now. it is just wonderful. i am loving it. and i am shure maxi is crazy to play with you and ... 5 stars hugss diana
BCBband Says:
Jul 11, 2008 - Thanks Diana, she is in 7th Heaven! We are too.
YTtigers Says:
Jul 11, 2008 - i should sing this one too. i am cray for feeling so lonely too. have you seen the boss over there. my boss lol diana
zazamaxi Says:
Jul 9, 2008 - Good afternoon Sis, I am Having a ball here in Sunny Oklahoma. Sending you love x