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Kathie Baillie

Love's Funny That Way

About Me

Listening to Kathie Baillie sing is an intimate experience. She can break your heart, make you want to get up and dance, and at times, inspire and comfort you. No matter what type of song, Kathie Baillie sings with a passion and purity uniquely her own. Articulate and evocative, Kathie's voice has an emotional depth that brings the lyrics to life. Kathie Baillie is not merely an interpreter of song; she inhabits it. Whether lamenting a lost love, reflecting on a life past, or even kicking her man to the curb, Kathie imbues her music with a believability that few others can equal. Praised by critics and admired by her peers, Kathie Baillie is an extraordinary singer-songwriter who has "become" and she will become a part of your life.
Born in New Jersey, raised in Connecticut and Delaware, Kathie's musical talents were nurtured by her parents, Jim and Kay Baillie. While still in her teens, Kathie began performing at school functions and local cafés, playing acoustic guitar and singing covers of Judy Collins, Joan Baez and Bonnie Raitt. Influenced by both the folk music scene and the confessional songwriting styles of Joni Mitchell, James Taylor and Tim Harden, Kathie developed her own naturally heartfelt sound.
In the early 1970s, Kathie, future husband Michael Bonagura, and his longtime school friend, Alan LeBeouf, formed the acoustic trio, Bittersweet. Known for their close harmonies and Kathie's luminous voice, the trio toured extensively up and down the East Coast, and performed before sold-out audiences at legendary NYC clubs (The Bottom Line, Folk City, Trax). They released their first single "Please Don't Tell Me Goodnight" under the Big Tree Records/Atlantic imprint in 1975. In addition to their live shows, the group recorded a number of jingles for Burger King and provided background vocals for acts as diverse as the Ramones.
In 1981, Kathie recorded with Ed Bruce in a Nashville studio to provide background harmony vocals on the song "My First Taste of Texas". The song became a number one record from the 1982 MCA release and gave Kathie her first taste of Nashville. Kathie and Michael moved to Music City (1982) where they gained recognition as session singers and songwriters. They sang background on projects for Moe Bandy, Dan Seals, Lynn Anderson, Randy Travis and more.
PART OF HER HISTORY.. KATHIE BAILLIE OF BAILLIE AND THE BOYS
"Whether you are a performing artist or a housewife, the more you do what you do, that"s how you become who you are. Believe in what you do, or you won't ever "become".
LeBeouf eventually joined the two in Nashville and, after a successful live audition, the trio was signed by RCA Records in 1985 as Baillie and the Boys. The reunited group recorded and released their first single entitled "Oh Heart" which became the group's first top ten hit and their trademark song. They followed with five more albums to score a total of 10 BillBoard Top 10 country hits-many of which were co-written by Kathie-and were recognized with awards and nominations from the Country Music Association, the Academy of Country Music and the TNN/Music City News Awards. In 1991, Kathie co-hosted the nationally televised Music City News Awards Show with legendary Nashville performers Ray Stevens and Jimmy Dean. She was also a co-host and a regular performer on The Nashville Network's Yesteryear show for two consecutive seasons.
KATHIE BAILLIE AN INTRODUCTION TO THE SOLO ARTIST
The transition from lead singer to solo artist has actually been a natural evolution for Kathie. "I had been asked for years-even before Baillie and The Boys was signed-to consider a solo project. Somehow, the timing just never seemed right. I had plenty of original music and certainly was used to performing as a solo act, life just always seemed to get in the way. Now.. the time feels right". "My life consists of my family, my friends, my faith and my music".
LOVE'S FUNNY THAT WAY is a collection of songs about love in all its forms; romantic love, maternal love, undependable love and even love of the Lord. The project itself was a labor of love Kathie shared with husband, Michael, and daughter, Alyssa. Kathie co-wrote four of the songs with Michael and four with other renowned writers. The final cut on the CD entitled "Come to Me," was written by Kathie and the talented Alyssa. "I don't just think of an 'idea' and write a song. I like to write songs thatare stories and they're often about things that I've been through. I think that's what my fans relate to. Because I draw from my life experience, there's an honesty about my songs -I can't force it. I've had people write me letters and e-mails telling me how a certain song said exactly what they were feeling or going through at a particular time. A writer can't ask for much more than that!"
LOVE'S FUNNY THAT WAY is a CD that is sure to please both long-time fans and those who may be discovering Kathie Baillie for the first time. Her crystalline voice is stronger than ever and she uses all of its nuances to create a sound that is ageless. LOVE'S FUNNY THAT WAY is real music by a gifted singer-songwriter backed by some of the most talented musicians in Nashville. "There are two things in life that are meant to be shared -love and music. I have been blessed to be able to share both".
"We had a lot of fun recording this album and I think that's what really shines through. "Love's Funny That Way" and "All Fall Down," are just really fun to sing -they're both 'get up and move' songs".
This CD has something for everyone - from the up-tempo title cut, to Kathie's signature ballads, to the hard-driving "All Fall Down," which features Michael's classic electric guitar work. "What I enjoyed most about recording this project was the freedom to select and record songs just because I liked them. There really was no preconceived theme for the album and no 'suits' looking over my shoulder. After so many years in the business, I really felt like I didn't have to impress anyone. I could just feel the lyrics and be the messenger which is something you really can't do as part of a group. With the Boys, it was always more important to match my vocals to the others for that perfect harmony. This time, I could just close my eyes and get lost in the in the words I was singing. The harmonies were not even considered until after I had finished my vocals".
For those of you who already know and love Kathie Baillie, get ready for a special treat. Her first solo project, LOVE'S FUNNY THAT WAY, is the perfect showcase for Kathie's vocal versatility. From the care with which the songs were selected to the skillful production by Michael Bonagura, LOVE'S FUNNY THAT WAY was created with obvious pride. "I'm really proud of this CD and I think it explores my full vocal range. But believe me, there's much more to come!" A simplistic blend of pop and country with a splash of bluegrass appeal, the CD is contemporary and real with an unpretentious acoustic composition that is sure to be embraced worldwide. For those of you who have not yet had the pleasure of hearing Kathie Baillie, this CD is the perfect introduction. From the rousing hook of the CD's title song to the inspirational, "Come To Me," Kathie Baillie will lead you on an emotional journey you'll want to take again and again.
K. ATwood
[email protected] 615.771.1295 Aspirion Records Group, Inc. 1200 Division St., Ste. 206 .. Nashville, TN 37203-4000

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 8/9/2006
Band Website: kathieBaillie.com or Baillieandtheboys.com
Band Members:
Influences:

My grandmother (who would sing most everything in Italian), my mother, Joni Mitchell, Judy Collins, Cat Stevens, James Taylor, The Youngbloods, Connie Francis, Joan Baez, The Beatles, The Hollies, Linda Ronstadt, Tom Jans and Mimi Farina, Batdorf and Rodney, Loggins and Messina, Jonathan Edwards, John Denver, Glenn Campbell, Crystal Gayle and, of course, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, America, and my daughter Alyssa whose music has changed my life!


Check out our videos ...

"Some Kind Of Luck"

"God's Honest Truth"


Sounds Like: .. CDBABY LINK for KATHIE BAILLIE: Kathie Baillie --

.. CDBABY LINK for KATHIE BAILLIE: Celebrate The Season --

.. CDBABY LINK for BAILLIE AND THE BOYS: Viscaya --

.. CDBABY LINK for BAILLIE AND THE BOYS: The Road That Led Me To You --


Record Label: Synergy
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Summer 2008

Hi Everyone... It's been a long time since I've posted anything, so here's what's happening.. I've been working on my new cd "One Voice One Guitar" with Pete Huttlinger. It's an incredible venture in ...
Posted by Kathie Baillie on Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:12:00 PST

Music

Hey All... Please come out for a night of music to benefit The 100 Club of Williamson County, Franklin, TN (an organization to benefit  families of fallen police officers). It's an incredibl...
Posted by Kathie Baillie on Mon, 14 Apr 2008 07:42:00 PST

Happy New Year

Happy New Year Everyone! So far it's been an incredible year and looking so forward to the new year ahead.Thank you all for your love and support on this new musical journey I'm on. I'm having a blast...
Posted by Kathie Baillie on Mon, 31 Dec 2007 09:47:00 PST

Preliminary Grammy Nominee

Hello to all my myspace friends. I am so excited I had to share the good news. With a little luck, I'll get to the next level! Thanks so much for all your support and keep on listening! Love to all, K...
Posted by Kathie Baillie on Thu, 25 Oct 2007 09:36:00 PST

Having Fun!

Hello Everyone.... So far it's been an incredible summer and I hope all of you are keeping safe and having fun! We just recently arrived back home in the good ol' USA from a fantastic trip to the UK! ...
Posted by Kathie Baillie on Thu, 19 Jul 2007 09:38:00 PST

Summer's Finally Here

Hello Everyone! Well summer is creeping up pretty fast and if you live here in Tennessee, you certainly can tell from the weather! Wanted to thank everyone for visiting my site and for all the wonderf...
Posted by Kathie Baillie on Wed, 30 May 2007 04:01:00 PST

Love's Funny That Way(new cd)

Hello Everyone and Happy 2007! Here is some exciting news to start the New Year off! The official release date for my new cd "Love's Funny That Way", which is my first solo cd (without the boys, ha h...
Posted by Kathie Baillie on Sun, 14 Jan 2007 07:34:00 PST

Christmas Music

CELEBRATE THE SEASON The brand new Christmas CD is now available for sale! HURRY-HERE IT IS and they won't last long !!!! Kathie and are excited about a limited pressing Christmas CD featuring 5 s...
Posted by Kathie Baillie on Tue, 12 Dec 2006 09:03:00 PST