Actually I had records playing on the radio before "Navy Blue". If he didn't feel you had talent, he wouldn't take you on as a student. 1918) Disco D, producer and DJ (b. We're trying to show all the avenues I've taken in my life as far as music is concerned.'" Hi Guys, I read tons of show biz memoirs, even when the star isn't somebody I'm all that interested in. “Love Letters in the Sand” by Pat Boone for Linda Mullens. We don't even look like we're related, but we're very close. A - Well, I don't know. Barbara Ann Harris, lead vocalist for the '60s pop group the Toys, was born in Elizabeth City, NC, on August 18, 1945. Although they no longer work together, they have maintained their friendship over the years. 11. That was the first appearance of The Rolling Stones in the United States. A military man makes a good husband--he can cook, sew, make beds, is in good health, and he's already used to taking orders. Today is LaMonte Mclemore's version of events surrounding the 5th's version of Love Hangover. Darla Renee Jackson, 25, struck 39-year-old Navy sailor Zachary Buob's motorcycle, then ran him over with her car after the pair had gotten into a disagreement, authorities said. The followup was "Kiss Me Sailor", #29 nationally. I'm going to be very frank and honest with you: they were totally opposite of The Beatles. According to our records, Diane Renay is possibly single. (laughs) He brought us to Vinny. Q - Where was this Teen Fair held in Texas? And that's exactly what we did. Her zodiac sign is Cancer. "Navy Blue" was a hit all over the world. You have records on the radio and you're only in school three days a week." I wouldn't get home until late Sunday night or sometimes Monday. She lives in Florida. I have a contract for two recording sessions per year before they could either pick up or not pick up my option. One wonders why Harris wasn't considered to lead the Supremes after the departure of Diana Ross. Then I did a Teen Fair for several days. They would sing on street corners coming home from school. A - I got out of the business a long time ago. Come Back To Me (My Love) Kris Jensen. I didn't know anything about The Stones. I always wanted to be an entertainer...sing, dance, the whole nine yards. A - Well, I performed for Dick Clark three days; he had a show on Steel Pier in Atlantic City for three days. I think in those days when we were small that's what we had to hold onto (gospel music), singing and playing the tambourine, it was something to just hold on to and get involved in and work the voices out." They just walked on the stage when they came in and that's the way they were. "Little White Lies" was being played in Philadelphia. In an exclusive interview on December 6, 2000, for Boston's AM 1670 during the Pop…. Diane Renay has been in a relationship with Bob Crewe. He has a little 16-track studio. Of co-writer Shahidah Wiltshire, Barbara Harris informed AMG: "She's my daughter, she's writing, and did a little bit of background vocals. E. Howard Hunt, intelligence officer (b. I can't say anything to you. The singer and her group performed in American International Picture's 1967 beach party/surf movie It's a Bikini World, along with appearances on Hullabaloo, Shindig, American Bandstand, and many other television and radio programs. I taught her well. Diane Renay. Q - You were still in high school when "Navy Blue" became a hit weren't you? Not too many people get that opportunity. We got into different bands together.". On the next page, "I Hear a Symphony" by the Supremes is at number one. Then, at a talent show in Brooklyn, NY, they met Eddie Chase. A - I don't know where they first came in, but the first shows they did were at the Teen Fair in Texas, with me. "Symphony" was recorded on September 22, 1965, and rush released. That was the only dressing room they had for the women. 6* 12. A - Here's a funny story: I'll make it short. I was down there singing my little heart out. Things Bobby Darin • Music and lyrics by Bobby Darin. Then eventually they spread out to California and of course the Country music was always going on in Nashville. Play track The Night Has A Thousand Eyes. The Beatles were dressed well. She and her husband, Gerry Goffin, appeared in publicity photos with one of the park's two steam trains for writing the hit song "The Locomotion." I said, well, OK. I just love hearing their stories. Diane Renay. Q - Who did you tour with? Q - When he got you a record deal, did he get a percentage? Dr. Wheeler was an active member of the DAR, YWCA, and Cortland County Historical Society. I said "yeah, that's what's going on." 1926) January 23. There was Johnny Tillotson, Jan and Dean. Barbara Harris also did session work for Bob Crewe's label, singing on at least one hit by Diane Renay. VG: LSS VG: MRW B OBS. The Barbara Harris official bio states: "(Eddie Chase) introduced the girls to several people who would be very instrumental in the launching of their career. He said "Well, I wish you lots of luck. In 1988, the original Toys re-formed and for two years did concerts, night clubs, and oldies shows. So, I met somebody and I got married. Ian Gregory. Play track Can't You Hear the Beat of a Broken Heart. I was having to get on a plane on a Friday and work on the weekends. A - No. Diane Renay is a 75 year old American Singer. I think he produced Franki Avalon when he did "Venus". He got to produce my first session which the record company paid him (to do). There was no time for anything else. I drove my parents crazy. The other people on the show were all guys. So they picked me to lead the song." I knew they were talking about me. Diane Renay Brammer, Diane P Brammer, Diane K Brammer More , Diane R Brammar, Diane E Branner, Dianne R Brammer Possible Relatives Edward Earl Brammer Jr , Brandy R Brammer , Francis Leon Brammer , Robert E Brammer , Terri L Brammer Jr , Edward Earl Brammer , Marjorie A Brammer More , Nicholas E Brammer , Sierra N Brammer Will combine orders to save on shipping. It was my dream. I was going to school Tuesday through Thursday. That is rather strange. My dad asked his customer, who was a good friend, could you please set up an appointment so I can take Diane over to see your cousin Pete De Angelis. You're already doing it. I think that's how I stayed with the group. Feel free to ask any questions you may have. Harris said she heard that at Motown they were playing the song all through the halls and that the record label wanted to write a tune like "A Lover's Concerto." So, after the first session, which produced the song "Little White Lies", the second session they hired Bob Crewe, who at that time was hitting it big with The Four Seasons with "Sherry" and "Walk Like A Man". It was a better song. She's got a record on the radio." Then, in 1968, they signed with Art Talmadge and Musicor Records, which led to their national R&B Top 50 hit "Sealed With a Kiss," a cover of the Brian Hyland song and a smash in New York City. She would lie about her age and get into the Terrace Ballroom to see some of the touring vocal acts, and leave with the first prize in the dance contest. I hated flying. So, after he produced my first session, for this. She had the dream of becoming an actress from her early childhood. Diora Baird is an actress and former model. In an exclusive interview on December 6, 2000, for Boston's AM 1670 during the Pop… They were teamed up with writers Sandy Linzer and Denny Randell. The T-Bones perform "No Matter What Shape (Your Stomach's In)" and "Lies." About. But of course, "Navy Blue" came out first. Blue, navy blue, I'm as blue as I can be / 'Cause my steady boy said, "Ship ahoy," / … Q - Did you ever go on beyond high school? Is This The End / Is This The End. Flying to me was a nightmare. Q - And even after Artie Singer told you you should consider pursuing a professional career, your father had to ask his customer (Diane Renay's father owned a jewelry store) producer Pete De Angelis if he thought you had singing or vocal talent. The pair, who met the Charlettes through Renay’s producer Bob Crewe, had been having success with the Four Seasons, and quickly brought the girls into the studio to record a few tracks. Produced under license from Atlantic Recording Corp. No. So, by the time I was twenty-three, I think I was burned out. 1980) January 25 – Charlotte Reid, singer and politician (b. But he saw us at a talent show...in fact...I was helping (the girls in) the Charletts out in the talent show and he heard it and he liked the sound. Clearly, a re-evaluation of Mr. Crenna's ouevre is in order. It was the name before the Toys." I want to cut a record. And that's what happened. Johnny & Joe was a very successful '50s duet, their biggest single being "Over the Mountain." Q - Has she followed in her mother's footsteps? Play track Devil Or Angel. She still does oldies shows for Richard Nader, Dick Fox, and Herby Cox as "Barbara Harris of the Toys." The second release, "Tender" was being played all over. 20th Century-Fox 456 (1964). A - Oh, yeah. Atco 6229 (1962). I think it went up to number 20 on Billboard*, but a lot of people loved it. Rambeau was one of the composers of the hit single " Navy Blue," as recorded by Diane Renay in 1964, and gained fame as a recording artist whose version of " Concrete and Clay" made the U.S. Top Thirty a year later. Diane was still in high school when the song exploded onto the charts. A - None of them. Diane Rehm and her husband John had been married for 54 years when he knew he didn’t want to live another day. In high school Barbara met and was asked to be part of a group with two other young singers, Ms. Barbara Parritt Toomer(Born October 1, 1944, in Wilmington, North Carolina) and Ms. June Montiero (Born July 1, 1946, in Jamaica, New York)." So they (producers Linzer and Randell) asked all three of us to sing, I went last, I had just joined the group, actually. When I would walk down the hallway, everybody would gather to one side to the other in groups, looking at me, whispering between themselves. Peter and Gordon were also on that show. Diane Pike Mills, Diane Renay Mills, Diane M Mills More , Diane R Pike, Dianne Pike, Diane M Ferguson Possible Relatives Aaron W Mills , Amanda K Ferguson , Angela E Chavez , Charles O Walls , Christine M Leonard , Dehann A Riou , Edith L Mills More , Elena G Ponce , Hilda Laura Meza , … A - Good question. So, they pulled it and released it as a follow up single to "Navy Blue". He was the best singing teacher and coach in Philadelphia, so I started going to him when I was twelve. A - Either Dallas or San Antonio. To pursue the career in acting she moved to Los Angeles when she was only 17. On April 18, 1998, she performed on the From the Heart show at the Nassau Coliseum, a benefit for needy musicians, and the new group toured Florida for promoter Nader in the winter of 2000. It was not a pleasant experience. He didn't just take everyone. Q - I read that about you on the Internet. When my mother was pregnant with me, she had never gone to a gypsy before 'cause she really didn't believe in it, but just for the hell of it she went to a gypsy. I have no idea. (laughs) And, I worked with them for three days on the show. A - Oh, yeah. That really had nothing to do with rock 'n' roll. Q - You were taking singing lessons from Artie Singer, who was also managing Danny and The Juniors. A - Yeah. All of a sudden people that used to talk to me and be friendly toward me, stopped talking to me. A - Yeah, but that's what really happened. Q - That's why I asked it. Jun 12, 2013 - I'm a proud Seabee wife - I love my husband more than life itself. (laughs) I was at the Teen Fair for three days with Bobby Vee and then they brought The Rolling Stones in. Oregon state flag. (laughs) A - I think he wrote "At The Hop" too. The writers took a classical finger exercise, Bach's 'Minuet in G,' and put a Motown bass line to it and 'A Lovers Concerto' was born." Barbara Ann Harris, lead vocalist for the '60s pop group the Toys, was born in Elizabeth City, NC, on August 18, 1945. In an exclusive interview on December 6, 2000, for Boston's AM 1670 during the Pop Explosion radio show, Harris told listeners how she began her career: "My aunt is...I guess you would say a pastor, she used to be an evangelist but she kind of graduated and I think she's a pastor now. A lot of real famous people. In what is an interesting turn of events, Barbara Harris was replaced in Johnny & Joe by one of the original Toys: Barbara Toomer (née Parritt) joined Rivers around 1999/2000. She's an athlete, you know, she plays tennis, softball, so she's into that. A standard or two?" Bobby Uri, a friend of theirs, took them up to the music building at 1650 Broadway in Manhattan, where they began doing background vocal work for several up-and-coming recording artists. It just happened. Harris resides in Staten Island, calling her most recent band Rhythm & Babs, and has been working throughout New Jersey since 1995, finding a considerable following. I decided to be a stay at home mom and raise my own child. He just turned to my parents and said "She's really got it. Most notable was Mr. Bob Crewe of DynaVoice Records. But my records did chart and they did sell other records all over the world as well. The Rolling Stones! I shared a dressing room with Diana Ross and The Supremes. Find Rena Hanson online. Q - How did your classmates react to that? From the time I could talk I was singing. In case you were wondering where my pinterest name comes from, check out Diane Renay's "Navy Blue..." "Blue, navy blue, I'm as blue as I can be 'cause my steady boy said "Ship ahoy" And joined the Nay-ee-ay-vee". A very big hit. “Smoke Gets In Your Eyes” by The Platters for Dennis Sullivan. She never left her musical aspiration completely behind though, and performed in clubs off and on, offering new and old fans a taste of blues, R&B, rock & roll, jazz, and even gospel.". But she writes beautiful songs, in fact, we've given her some more music and told her 'go ahead, girl!' Harris considers the new album to be the pinnacle of her musical life's journey thus far, and elaborates on her website, www.barbarastoys.net: "The album is very contemporary -- a surprising and pleasing expansion of what audiences heard from the days of the Chiffons and the Shangri-Las, and this was intentional: 'We tried to make it sound that way. “Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye” by The Casinos for Connie Baker, who writes” “To my husband Roy, miss you baby!” “Navy Blue” by Diane Renay for Allen Mahoney. They more or less had a red carpet that came off the plane. 137: New Edition. Just try your best to keep your grades up." Bob said to my dad, "Listen, I have my own group of artists that I'm recording and I'd like to take Diane under my wing and produce her because I thing she has a lot of talent. Q - Diane, what is there about South Philly (South Philadelphia) that accounts for all of the 50s, 60s singers born there? Q - Where did they land? Navy Blue Diane Renay • Music and lyrics by Bob Crewe, Eddie Rambeau and Bud Rehak. My mother did go and that's what the gypsy told her. 1954 Columbia. It was a struggle, but I graduated. Born Renee Diane Kushner and working out of Philadelphia and produced by Bob Crewe, she hit big in 1964 with "Navy Blue", reaching #6. That label's biggest hits were "The Little Drummer Boy" by The Harry Simeone Chorale (1958, later reissued hundreds of times) and "Navy Blue" by Diane Renay (1963) - period. Pete sat down at his piano and said "Alright, what do you want to sing? While she only had one hit, what a hit it was! My husband told me the other night that he never knew me to take so long finishing a book. Baby, You've Got It Made ... al grant is the husband of isla grant, a great performer in his own right View wiki. The background of: Kansas State flag. As to my previous comment about Diane Renay's "Please Don't Talk To the Lifeguard", it does seem OK after relistening though the stereo channels are reversed compared to an old Collector's Choice CD I still have, and it's slightly faster on this new CD than on the CC copy. Doonaree / With My Shillelagh Under My Arm. 34. I decided when I was in my twenties already. I can get her a record deal." We went over on Sunday afternoon. (laughs) It hit the charts. Stars: Steve Alaimo , Keith Allison , Joe Frank Carollo , Danny Hamilton Kenneth Wiltshire, Barbara's husband, believes that Harris may be singing on "Navy Blue"; mastering engineer/disc jockey Little Walter DeVenne is sure that Harris appears on "Kiss Me Sailor," at the very least. (laughs) Dad sent her a record with the song "Navy Blue" by Diane Renay on it, a record my sister and I would wear out singing along to until someone (I'm pleading the fifth) accidentally sat on it and broke it. Over the next few days I am going to start posting stories related to Motown artists that might come from odd places, stories you might have missed.