Emmylou Harris
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Emmylou Harris is an American singer and at the same time a songwriter. Most of her songs are pop, rock, country and western styles. Her debut album is Gliding Bird.
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[edit] About
Emmylou Harris was born on April 2, 1947 in Birmingham, Alabama. She was raised near Washington D.C. In the 60's, she started doing gigs at local clubs and moved to Greenwich Village. In 1971, Chris Hillman was impressed by Harris' performance. Hilman brought producer, Gram Parsons to her performance and signed her in 1972. Parson flew Harris to Los Angeles to start recording on her debut album. In 1973, Parsons died and Harris went back to Washington. She formed a country band and released a debut album, Pieces of the Sky in 1975.
Haris has been admired since the beginning of her career. In 2000, her Red Dirt Girl album took home a Grammy. The album showed Harris her skills in composing songs. In 2003, Stumble Into Grace was issued. Harris also worked with other well-respected artists such as Elvis Costello, Ryan Adams, Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, Lucinda Williams, Beck, The Band, Willie Nelson, The Chieftains, Tammy Wynette and Neil Young. She also did concerts fo a cause and giving the proceeds to Country Music Foundation and the Grand Ole Opry. She is a social activist and supports foundations like PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) and the Humane Society. Harris is the spokeswoman of the Landmine Free World campaign since 1997.
[edit] Awards & Certifications
Awards
| Year | Award | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Grammy Awards | Best Female Country Vocal Performance for Elite Hotel |
| 1979 | Grammy Awards | Best Female Country Vocal Performance for Blue Kentucky Girl |
| 1984 | Grammy Awards | Best Female Country Vocal Performance for In My Dreams |
| 1995 | Grammy Awards | Best Contemporary Folk Album for Wrecking Ball and Red Dirt Girl |
| 1980 | Grammy Awards | Best Country Performance for A Duo or Group with Vocal for "That Lovin' You Feelin' Again" |
| 1998 | Grammy Awards | Best Country Vocal Collaboration for "Same Old Train" |
| 1999 | Grammy Awards | Best Country Vocal Collaborationv for "After The Gold Rush", with Dolly Parton and Linda Ronstadt |
| 2001 | Grammy Awards | Album of the Year for O Brother, Where Art Thou |
| 2006 | Grammy Awards | Best Female Country Vocal Performance for The Connection |
| 2006 | Grammy Award | Best Female Country Vocal Performance for "The Connection" |
| 2006 | Grammy Award | Nominated for Best Country Collaboration with Vocals for "Shelter From the Storm" |
| 2007 | ECHO Award | Nominated for International Pop/Rock Group of the Year for "All the Roadrunning" |
[edit] Chart Toppers
| Year | Title | Hot Country Singles & Tracks | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Drivin Wheel | 26 | White Shoes |
| 1984 | In My Dreams | 9 | White Shoes |
| 1984 | Pledging My Love | 9 | White Shoes |
| 1985 | Rhythm Guitar | 44 | The Ballad Of Sally Rose |
| 1985 | Timberline | 55 | The Ballad Of Sally Rose |
| 1985 | White Line | 14 | The Ballad Of Sally Rose |
| 1986 | I Had My Heart Set On You | 60 | Thirteen |
| 1986 | Today I Started Loving You Again | 43 | Thirteen |
| 1987 | Someday My Ship Will Sail | 60 | Angel Band |
| 1989 | Heartbreak Hill | 8 | Bluebird |
| 1989 | Heaven Only Knows | 16 | Bluebird |
| 1989 | I Still Miss Someone | 51 | Bluebird |
| 1991 | Wheels Of Love | 71 | Brand New Dance |
| 1993 | High Powered Love | 63 | Cowgirl's Prayer |
| 1994 | Thanks To You | 65 | Cowgirl's Prayer |
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[edit] Tours & Concerts
March 23, 2007 - Houston, TX (Houston Symphony Orchestra) with Carolina Star
March 24, 2007 - Baltimore, MD (Meyerhoff Symphony Hall with Carolina Star)
March 29, 2007 - Milwaukee, WI (Pabst Theatre)
March 30, 2007 - Waukegan, IL (Gennesse Theatre)
March 31, 2007 - Grand Rapids, MI (Calvin College) with Kennedy Rose
May 3, 2007 - Eugene, OR (Hult Center) with Kennedy Rose
May 4, 2007 - Oroville, CA (Feather Falls Casino) with Kennedy Rose
May 6, 2007 - Indio, CA (Empire Polo Field) - with Kennedy Rose
May 19, 2007 - -Richmond, VA (Brown's Island)
June 21 to June 24, 2007 - Telluride, CO (Telluride Bluegrass Festival) with Carolina Star
July 4, 2007 - Nashville, TN (Happy Tales Humane - details to follow)
July 7, 2007 - St. Louis, MO (Live on Levee)
September 29, 2007 - Shreveport, LA (Red Revel Festival)
September 30, 2007 - Birmingham, AL (Alys Stephens Center)
October 7, 2007 - San Francisco, CA (Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival)
October 9, 2007 - Santa Rosa, CA (Luther Burbank Center)
October 10, 2007 - Cerritos, CA (Cerritos Performing Arts Center)
October 19, 2007 - Portland, ME (Merrill Auditorium)
[edit] Announcements
[edit] Discography
[edit] Albums
 1970 Jubilee Records |
 1975 Reprise Records |
 1975 Reprise Records |
 1977 Warner Bros. |
 1978 Warner Bros. |
 1979 Warner Bros. |
 1979 Warner Bros. |
 1980 Warner Bros. |
 1981 Warner Bros. |
 1981 Warner Bros. |
 1981 Warner Bros. |
 1985 Warner Bros. |
 1986 Warner Bros. |
 1987 Warner Bros. |
 1989 Warner Bros. |
 1990 Warner Bros. |
 1993 Warner Bros. |
 1995 Warner Bros. |
 2000 Warner Bros. |
 2003 Warner Bros. |
[edit] Singles
| Year | Single | Label | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Wheels Of Love | Warner Bros. | Brand New Dance |
| 1993 | High Powered Love | Asylum | Cowgirl's Prayer |
[edit] Compilations & Live Releases
 1982 Warner Bros. |
 1992 Warner Bros. |
 1998 Eminent |
 1979 Warner Bros. |
 1984 Warner Bros. |
 1990 Warner Bros. |
 1994 Warner Bros. |
[edit] Other artists
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[edit] Influences
[edit] Contemporaries
[edit] Trivia
- Shw was ranked no.22 on VH1's 100 Greatest Women of Rock N Roll.
- She is the spokesperson for the Campaign for a Landmine Free World.
- Billboard Magazine named her as "truly venturesome, genre-transcending pathfinder".
[edit] Reviews
Emmylou Harris was a gift in writing songs. There is a high level of playing and songwriting. In her album, the singles are well done. Her songs are the sad country songs type. In the 90s, Harris slowly moved away from country and went into the airy rock. The guitar in Harris' single blend well with Emmylou's voice which make it superb. --Mimi 06:00, 29 March 2007 (PST)
