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Dory Previn's first interview with the media in years, this is Part Two of two editions of "Memories" in which she talks about the inspiration for her songs and that showcase her work.
Abused as a child, Dory Previn started her songwriting career in Hollywood as soundtrack lyricist with composer Andre Previn. In the late 1960's her work became autobiographical, baring her soul and relating her struggle to heal in songs of exquisite imagery, haunting emotions, tremendous melodic variety, delightful humor and pointed irony. Her seven albums, critically acclaimed, attracted a dedicated following. Despite the uniqueness and quality of her work, a short performing career limited exposure. Today, information about her passes from one person to another like some mystery of ancient wisdom.
Songs featured:
Left Hand Lost (excerpt)
Esther's First Communion
(almost complete)
Atlantis (excerpt)
Lady with the Braid (almost complete)
Lover Lover be my Cover (excerpt)
Woman Soul (excerpt)
Beware of Young Girls (excerpt)
He Lives Alone (excerpt)
Final Flight of the Hindenburg Part !
(almost complete)
Starlet Starlet on the Screen, who will follow Norma Jean?
(excerpt)
Angels and Devils the following day
(almost complete)
Moon Rock (excerpt)
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Dory Previn's first interview with the media in years, this is Part Two of two editions of "Memories" in which she talks about the inspiration for her songs and that showcase her work. Abused as a child, Dory Previn started her songwriting career in Hollywood as soundtrack lyricist with composer Andre Previn. In the late 1960's her work became autobiographical, baring her soul and relating her struggle to heal in songs of exquisite imagery, haunting emotions, tremendous melodic variety, delightful humor and pointed irony. Her seven albums, critically acclaimed, attracted a dedicated following. Despite the uniqueness and quality of her work, a short performing career limited exposure. Today, information about her passes from one person to another like some mystery of ancient wisdom. Songs featured: Left Hand Lost (excerpt) Esther's First Communion (almost complete) Atlantis (excerpt) Lady with the Braid (almost complete) Lover Lover be my Cover (excerpt) Woman Soul (excerpt) Beware of Young Girls (excerpt) He Lives Alone (excerpt) Final Flight of the Hindenburg Part ! (almost complete) Starlet Starlet on the Screen, who will follow Norma Jean? (excerpt) Angels and Devils the following day (almost complete) Moon Rock (excerpt)
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Review of Interview with Dory Previn Part 2Congratulations on profiling the great artist Dory Previn. Such a pleasure to hear her speak candidly about her life & work. |
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Review of Interview with Dory Previn Part 2Having been a fan of Dory Previn for many years, I am delighted to hear this interview. I am humbled by her openess and honesty and am very happy to hear she is living a rich and fulfilling life. A lot of todays artists, both the good and the not so good could lean a lot by listening to what Dory previn has to say. |
Broadcast History
"Memories"
July 3, 2005
90.3fm KEDM Monroe, Northeast Louisiana Public Radio
Timing and Cues
Intro "Memories" 4 sec fades to v/o, fades out.
16:02-16:11 and 35:02-35:11 -- Host, show name and content.
Musical Works
Memories from "Cats" 1993 Really Useful Records 817810-2
Way to Where (1970)Mary C. Brown & Hollywood Sign (1972)BGOCD 381; Mythical Kings (1971)Mud Puddle (1971) BGOCD383; Live at Carnegie Hall (1973)BGOCD374;Dory Previn (1974)Warner Children of Coincidence (1976) Warner
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Posted on February 22, 2012 at 04:26 AM | Permalink
You don't know what you got till it's gone!
Love her comment about Clinton her humour shines through! Dory never made it the way other singer songwriters and I doubt she wanted it or indeed could have coped with 'stardom' and the pressures. She was the ' premier cru' of her genre, fusing her talents and personal experiences to create her reflective erudite and funny art.