Betty
Betty Harris
Betty Harris Betty Harris

Female
23 years old
Atlanta, Georgia
United States



Last Login: 10/24/2009
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    Betty's Interests
GeneralCooking,being a mother,singing,and writing.
Music60's R&B Soul music and Gospel.
MoviesComedies
TelevisionHouse,Law & Order,American Idol,Oprah
BooksWestern novels,cook books
HeroesMartin Luther King Jr., Maya Angelou

     Betty's Details
Status:Single
Here for:Networking, Friends
Hometown:Orlando
Ethnicity:Black / African descent
Zodiac Sign:Virgo
Children:Proud parent
Occupation:Legendary Singer

   Betty's Companies
Betty Harris Vocal School
Ellenwood, GA US
Vocal lessons,music theory,piano,prep for audition




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About me:
Betty Harris, renowned throughout the world for her devastating ballad "Cry to Me," was born in Orlando, FL and raised primarily in Alabama. The child of preachers, her deep church roots conflicted with her desire to sing secular soul music, and at 17 she left home headed to the Big Apple to pursue a performing career. Gaining experience as a member of The Hearts, Betty recorded her first tune in 1958 singing the lead of “Like Later Baby,” and then hit the road with her mentor, confidante and tutor, Big Maybelle. Taking a break in Chicago, Betty traveled to California, cutting the 1960 single "Taking Care of Business" for the Douglas label. While there she met Babe Chivian, who connected her with the legendary New York writer/producer Bert Berns. Given the opportunity to sing “Cry To Me, previously a Solomon Burke’s hit, Betty created one of the biggest crossover R&B hits of 1963. The two follow-up singles, “His Kiss” and “Mojo Hannah” went nowhere, although Betty was headlining the Apollo Theater and drawing a huge following. During a 1965 tour, Betty met New Orleans composer and producer Allen Toussaint and with “What A Sad Feeling/I'm Evil Tonight" became the first artist to record for his fledgling Sansu label. With Toussaint at the helm, the bluesy balladry of Harris' Jubilee sides gave way to a funky, sensual dynamic that heralded a new era of New Orleans R&B. The 1966 ballad "Sometime" was backed by the brilliant "I Don't Want to Hear It," Toussaint’s edgiest and most aggressive production to date. The subsequent "Twelve Red Roses" further refined the approach, and with 1967's "Nearer to You" Betty finally returned to the R&B Top 20, delivering another sublimely emotional performance. From 1965 to 1968 Betty featured on ten singles on the Sansu label including "Love Lots of Lovin'," a duet with Lee Dorsey. Many of these works were backed by a session group that would later become The Meters. During this time Betty also toured with Otis Redding, which abruptly ended when his plane went down in a Wisconsin Lake in December 1967. She also recorded the 1967 “I’m A Fool For You” with James Carr on the Goldwax Label that reached #42 on the R&B chart. Betty’s last single with Toussaint was the 1969 “There’s A Break In The Road” (licensed to the SSS International label) considered by many to be a funk cult classic. Betty then retired from the business and focused on raising her family, singing in her church choir, and providing vocal lessons. In 2001, her daughter found several Betty Harris fan sites on the Internet, prompting the singer to join a soul mailing list to announce her present whereabouts. Her re-emergence caused a stir in deep soul circles, and on April 17, 2005, she headlined her first live appearance in over three decades, performing at a benefit for her daughter's Hartford alma mater. Weeks later, Harris also performed at New Orleans' annual Ponderosa Stomp. And then came a Hurricane Katrina benefit in Melbourne, raising over $30,000 for the Musicians’ Clinic, and the Poretta Soul Festival in Bologna, Italy. With Jon Tiven at the helm, Betty Harris is back. Intuition is her debut solo album recorded in December 2006 and released on Evidence Music in November 2007. Betty now resides in Atlanta, GA with her energetic 95 year-old mother. Not only is Betty back; with such good genes she’ll be with us for many years to come. “Her performance seems to assert no creative neuroses or artistic ego – only a consistent richness of emotion, a faith in the feel, the love and labor of an impassioned professional.” Devin McKinney, The Oxford American, Fall 2007 Check out Betty Harris on MYSPACE MUSIC: www.myspace.com/crytome1
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Who I'd like to meet:
Get the new album, "Intuition",in stores now. Or get it at Itunes.com For Bookings Contact: bettycharris@yahoo.com To receive press kit: betsie@blindraccoon.com

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QueenChrystena

Christina Clemons



Nov 21 2009 2:20 PM

Good Morning to you! I love you.
Craig Charles Funk & Soul Page

Craig Charles Funk & Soul Page



Nov 13 2009 12:10 PM

Betty Harris - “Mean Man”

Played on The Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show – BBC 6Music

Listen again on http://www.bbc.co.uk/6music/shows/funk_soul/

Craig Charles Funk & Soul Page

Craig Charles Funk & Soul Page



Oct 20 2009 1:38 PM

Betty Harris - “Rider Your Pony”

Played on The Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show – BBC 6Music

Listen again on http://www.bbc.co.uk/6music/shows/funk_soul/

Devious

Devious



Jul 20 2009 6:01 PM

Thanks for the add and support.  Rollin thru to show some love.

Devious
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Wasi (SLP) OFFICIAL PAGE ReallerThanMost

Wasi (SLP) OFFICIAL PAGE ReallerThanMost



Jul 3 2009 1:23 AM

WASI "REALER THAN MOST!!!
REAL PPL DO REAL THANGZ!!! 4 REAL! THANX 4 THE LOVE AND SUPPORT! STAY UP ON ME! GOOD MUSIC ON DECK! "REALER THAN MOST" MUSIC ALSO AVAIL ON ITUNES & RHAPSODY (search Wasi)
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yoyo

yoyo



May 21 2009 9:06 PM

Thanks for being friends :)
I hope you like our old school music.
Have a nice evening!
Big Daddy & Red Hot Java

Big Daddy & Red Hot Java



May 11 2009 1:13 PM

Thanks a million Betty for joining our ministry of Blues. It's all about peace, love, understanding, and GROOVE! Hope to perform for you sometime. Enjoyed your tunes. Wishing you the very best in Blues and life! -Big Daddy
Mohair Slim

Mohair Slim



Apr 16 2009 7:16 AM

Almost sold out ... don’t kick yourself or the dog ...



Societe Anonyme

Societe Anonyme



Mar 30 2009 2:04 PM

i know you got soul!X
DJ MVP

DJ MVP



Mar 26 2009 8:25 PM

THE 1-N-ONLY-JP

THE 1-N-ONLY-JP



Mar 6 2009 12:17 AM

Just stoppin by to say "HELLO" and "THANK YOU" for adding me as a friend.
Davide

Davide



Jan 8 2009 11:52 AM

Mod Radio Uk

Present:

Northern Soul Monthly

Cpt Stax&Davide on-line from January, 09, 2008 – h. 7.30pm (gmt) in the Captain's log show.

Repeted (gmt time):
saturday 11.30am
saturday 04.30pm
sunday 07.00am
sunday 04.30pm
tuesday 04.30pm
wednesday 10.30pm
thursday 04.30pm
friday 03.30am

The Tracklist:
1. Freddie Chavetz - They'll Never Know Why (2:55)
2. Carl Spencer - Cover girl (2:30)
3. Lynn Vernado - Wash and wear love (2:59)
4. Dickie Wonder - Nobody knows (2:25)
5. Adams Apples - Don't take it out on this world (2:02)
6. Spyder Turner - I've got to get myself together (2:00)
7. John E. Paul - I Wanna Know (2:09)
8. Drifters - You Got to Pay Your Dues (2:27)
9. Otis Blackwell - It's all over me (2:45)
10. Little Hank - Mr. bang bang man (2:38)
11. Betty Boo - Say It Isn't So (2:54)
12. Paul Anka - I can t help lovin you (2:37)
13. H B Barnum - Heartbreaker (2:18)
14. The Nomads - Something's Bad (2:31)
15. Chris Serf - Sweet Music (2:20)
16. Virgil Henry - I..ll be true (3:09)
17. Darell Banks - Our Love (Is In The Pocket) (2:35)
18. Jimmy Bee - If it wasn't for love (2:02)
19. Gene Chandler - I Can Take Care Of Myself (2:37)
20. Gladys Knight & The Pips - Too Late For You And Me (2:51)
21. Charles Johnson - Never had a love so good (3:48)

All tracks selected by Davide

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Davide

Davide



Jan 6 2009 1:22 AM

Mod Radio Uk
Present:

Dave's Trick Box Show #025

On line from January, 06, 2008 - h.18.00 (gmt) and repeated every day, for a week:

Wednesday...12.30-13.30 (gmt)
Thursday........07.00-08.00 (gmt)
Friday.............05.00-06.00 (gmt)
Saturday........02.30-03.30 and 09.30-10.30 (gmt)
Sunday...........02.00-03.00 (gmt)
Monday..........11.00-12.00 (gmt)

The tracklist:
1. The Dynamites Feat. Charles Walker - Can you fell it (4:54)
2. Funk'n'stein - Choose your way (4:22)
3. Tuomo - Don't take it too hard (3:14)
4. Dua - Little girl (3:38)
5. The Fay Hallam Trinity - Let the sunshine In (3:56)
6. Trio Valore - El compadre (3:15)
7. The Yards - Sweet potato soup (3:11)
8. Mr. DAY Live Band - Soul of wax pt. 1 (4:24)
9. Big Boss Man - Sea groove (4:27)
10. The Sweet Divines - Don't you ever (2:43)
11. Betty Harris - Mean man (2:37)
12. Baby Charles - Invisible (4:38)
13. Bettye LaVette - Before the money came the batt (4:29)
14. Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings - Make It Good To Me (4:52)

All tracks selected by Davide

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Jan 3 2009 2:08 PM

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Dec 15 2008 7:30 AM

Thanks for the Add! We really appreciate it




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Spellbound (Twitter.com/Spellboundband)

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Nov 22 2008 7:01 AM

hola! we still love you & have a new song "rhythm of mi corazon' for you to enjoy. from the new spellbound cd 'brighter days ahead.' "..paz y amor.."
Candace EvE

Candace EvE



Nov 13 2008 10:52 PM

Hey!! Have a blessed day!

XOXO
Candace EvE
Donna Vabulas

Donna Vabulas



Sep 27 2008 11:20 PM

Hi Betty! Thanks for the add. You were fantastic at Lincoln Center in NYC. I have your disc in my car now. Hope you come to Boston area soon! Donna V.
DJ ICE MAN

DJ ICE MAN



Sep 15 2008 12:10 PM

HIPHOP.........
DJ ICE MAN

DJ ICE MAN



Sep 15 2008 2:29 AM

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Cynthia

Cynthia



Sep 7 2008 8:44 AM

Wishing you Many Happy Returns of the Day, Betty! And thanks for sharing your very special gift.
Societe Anonyme

Societe Anonyme



Jun 18 2008 10:46 AM

Betty, thanx for appreciating our music, X SA
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René Mangenot



Jun 1 2008 12:51 AM

Hello Betty , Happy to be your Friend . I'll play your music next Tuesday !! Listen to "ANTIROUILLE" on the Radio BORDEAUX. RADIO-CAMPUS. ORG .
See you soon !!!
Mohair Slim

Mohair Slim



Feb 22 2008 2:05 PM

Hi Betty, I'm your nephew and still I don't rank in your best friends. What's up with that? Go Abama!
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Kate Lake



Feb 9 2008 11:13 PM

Betty,
I was at the Old Point in Algiers with Susan Cowsill in November. I'm so glad she suggested this as the night's entertainment. You were so wonderful and I had a fabulous time! (Plus you had a world class backing band to boot.) Thanks for the great night!
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