Souther] and how you finally exited that, what role faith and family played in that.. People named Connie Hillman. But I thought the album in itself, the stuff not just me, but what David was writing, Renaissance Fair and Everybodys Been Burned and things like that I thought we were really going in an interesting direction. "Time Between" opens with a scene connecting these themes, when their California home was threatened by a 2017 brush fire. In this chapter of her career, Connie was one of the few women in the music industry to hold such an impressive series of positions. * skylineonline.com (for booking). Length: 1:57:55. Peeples: Good morning, young fella; how are you? Hes very levelheaded and theyre both just wonderful guys. Misc. Hillman: [laughs his loudest] Oh, gosh, J.D. Bill interviews a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and faithful Orthodox Christian, Chris Hillman. Renee Pappas, Arica Hilton, Elliot Roberts. With minutes to pack, Hillman grabbed two beloved musical instruments, family photos, crucial papers, the family dog, Daisy, and Orthodox icons from a pilgrimage to Jerusalem and Mount Sinai. I was making choices that contributed to my restlessness and unhappiness. And the other thing is that The Byrds were really doing I believe I discussed that with you. So, we were The Byrds doing a country album and we were gonna remain The Byrds beyond that, so it was just a side journey there. November 29, 2020 Scroll down for our email interview with Connie where where well discuss these 8 questions and talk about so much more! What will you two be cooking up in the years to come especially now that the Coronavirus has shifted how people gather. That musical and spiritual journey is clear in Hillman's recent autobiography, "Time Between," with its mix of rock lore and personal reflections. But yeah, I loved those albums, I thought they were pretty good, really. He is an actor and composer, known for Planes, Trains & Automobiles (1987), Steele Justice (1987) and Teen Wolf Too (1987). As Hillman says, "My greatest honor is being a husband to Connie; a father to Catherine and Nick; a father-in-law to their spouses, Nick and Annie; and "Papa" to my granddaughter and grandson. So what came along, of course, 30 years later was Americana. Blues and gospel. or. Satan, I sure know your sign, and this feeling deep inside makes me wanna shrivel up and die. So far so good. I could safely get up on a pedestal and say, Well, Time Between, the song I wrote on Younger Than Yesterday is the first country-rock song, but I dont dare do that. Chris arrived at the school early in the afternoon with his wife and manager Connie Pappas Hillman and three boxes of CDs to give out as gifts to all attendees. Were not getting on the radio as quickly as we were, and it happens. Peeples: Well, its definitely the West Coast/Nashville identity, you know? The company has concluded those operations and will continue to diversify its business activities, which include the expansion of Ms. Hillman's collegiate lecture series on women in today's music industry. Bluegrass, country and gospel themes played a larger role as Hillman began writing songs for the Byrds and his later bands. Constance's current home is located at Ventura, CA. The best. Did you play an instrument, sing? In fact, Nadine and I just drove out to the beach on Tuesday after we talked to you last. Ms. Hillman will assume the role of Vice President of Bar None Music, Inc., the management and publishing entity for her husband, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, Chris Hillman. He is developing a biography of notorious Texas ArtlawBoyd Elder, collaborating with Home at Last founders Cindy Johnson and Jeri Jenkins on their Miami memoirs, and co-writing a series of books with legendary multi-disciplinary artist John Van Hamersveld. The first one especially but hey, whatever. At the same time, he was surrounded by talented Christians, including pedal-steel maestro Al Perkins, Eagle Bernie Leadon, songwriting partner Steve Hill and Byrds co-founder Roger McGuinn, who had become an evangelical Christian. I think thatd be great. In combat, and I think he got some shrapnel in his leg. Among Connies many accomplishments include co-producing Elton Johns Troubadour Benefit Concert in 1974 and his historic concert at Dodger Stadium in 1975. But, no, I was overwhelmed. Hillman, 76, provided more detail about how jazz legend Miles Davis helped The Byrds land their first record deal with his label, Columbia, in fall 1964; how he overcame his early shyness on stage; the first Manassas sessions with producers Ron & Howie Albert at Criteria Studios in Miami in late 1971, including the outtake Panhandle Rag with former Burrito bandmates Byron Berline and Al Perkins, and Berlines special nickname for Chris; Stephen Stills gift of a rare 1924 Gibson Lloyd Loar F5 mandolin, and invitation to co-found the band (Hillman also co-produced the Manassas double album and the follow-up Down the Road with Stills and drummer Dallas Taylor); the guitar-playing and songwriting tips he learned from Stills; working with the Alberts again on the second Manassas studio album, Down the Road, then Hillmans first solo album Slippin Away (1974, after he fired original producer Bob Johnston), and the McGuinn, Clark & Hillman album (1979); and Hillmans overview of his West Coast country-bluegrass influences, including a special encounter he and Desert Rose Band colleague-duo partner-producer Herb Pedersen shared with Buck Owens, one of their musical heroes. He plays the best rhythm guitar ever. What was it like to organize such high profile tours for Elton John? Blues and Gospel. In the timeline of the Golden State Boys, I took Herb Rices job. And remember I said the other day to you, I said, You know, we went from covering Bob Dylan in a matter of a year and then we were playing songs like Eight Miles High and we turned into a really good band.. And I still find myself asking why.". What Do Spotify DJ & YouTubes Radio Builder Mean For Broadcast Radio? So much of that self-destructiveness, I now realize, was rooted in anger., In one 1977 song, Clear Sailin, he sang: Yes, Ive turned my back on you Jesus, and I hope you understand. "I think that I had to go through all of those steps," Hillman said. Booking. Hillman began her career working for John's longtime agent, Howard Rose, eventually becoming Executive Vice President of The Rocket Record Company, joining John Reid (Elton's former manager). For starters, the lyrics came from the Book of Ecclesiastes, noting "there is a season, and a time for every purpose, under Heaven. This past year, CHRIS HILLMAN recently added another feather to his cap and another credential to his resume. While the Byrds put him in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, it wasHillman's grassroots connections that made history, according to the legend who produced his "Bidin' My Time" solo project in 2017. Subscribe to Peeples YouTube channelfor more exclusive behind-the-scenes interviews. 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And I meant that, every word of it. Where are you, Stephen? So much of that self-destructiveness, I now realize, was rooted in anger. Hes a good guy. For starters, the lyrics came from theBook of Ecclesiastes, noting "there is a season, and a time for every purpose, under Heaven. White church, Black church, the music all came from church, said Hillman in a recent interview. For the last 43 years, Ms. Hillman served in various capacities within the Elton John corporate structure and has played an integral role in the rock star's domestic career activities. You guys were justit all came together nicely there and it was definitely your coming-out party, if you will. Copyright 2023, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Inc. Based in the Santa Clarita Valley just north of L.A., Peeples was the award-winning Online Editor for The Signal newspapers website from 2007-2011. Were you a rock fan as a young girl? Log In. After becoming an evangelical, Hillman joined his wife in Orthodox Christianity in 1997. Print Headline: The Byrds' Chris Hillman on fame, faith, music. didn't sound like anything else on the radio when it hit No. Rather than offering a tell-all about sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll, Hillman focuses on lessons he learned along the way and his love for the musicians who, flaws and all, helped him. Well, that was holding him back, Stephen. And I still find myself asking why.". He is in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and was a founding member of The Byrds. It was a great year. He came back and joined [his brother]. Hear Chris share his amazing story in his own words, including his journey to Orthodox Christianity and his fantastic 40+ year marriage to Connie Pappas Hillman, a dedicated Orthodox Christian and storied music industry professional in her own right. Thats why I say: Emmylou Harriss first big breakout hit was If I Could Only Win Your Love.If you hear Herb and her singing that, my God, hes good on that. Staff Me Up is the #1 site for industry networking and up-to-date credit information. A time to plant, a time to reap. After becoming an evangelical, Hillman joined his wife in Orthodox Christianity in 1997. And I think that really held Gram back. The rest is music history. She has, Stephen. Hillman: It was. Rather than offering a tell-all about sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll, Hillman focuses on lessons he learned along the way and his love for the musicians who, flaws and all, helped him. CelebrityAccess provides in-depth Artist Analytics for over 250k+ Celebrities Worldwide - and unparalleled, detailed information on over 100k Entertainers Speakers, Celebrities, and their Representatives, as well as hundreds of thousands of Records for Venues, Agents and Managers, including their Direct Phone Numbers and Emails Addresses. The AP will not be held liable for any delays, inaccuracies, errors or omissions therefrom or in the transmission or delivery of all or any part thereof or for any damages arising from any of the foregoing. My long-held internal anger was reaching its highest point as my fathers suicide continued to haunt me. The rest is music history. So Younger Than Yesterday might be my favorite. After becoming an evangelical, Hillman joined his wife in Orthodox Christianity in 1997. Eventually, Hillman's demons attacked his life and music. (with Young Guns Publishing), CelebrityAccess provides unparalleled, detailed information on over 50,000 Entertainers, Speakers, Celebrities, and their representatives, as well as, hundreds of thousands of records for venues, agents and managers, ADVERTISE WITH US ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING PRIVACY POLICY TERMS OF USE ABOUT. Peeples: One last thing: Can you please do me a favor? Eventually, Hillman's demons attacked his life and music. That musical and spiritual journey is clear in Hillman's recent autobiography, "Time Between," with its mix of rock lore and personal reflections. Everybody was a pro and from the vocals to the instrumentation. Fain co-produced the Grammy-nominated Rambling Boy: Charlie Haden Family & Friends album in 2008 and produced the No Worries album for Grammy-nominated gospel artists Karen Peck and New River in 2009. Hillman: Oh, you know, Im sort of thinkin of maybe Ill do a record down the road, Im not sure, and I was thinkin of writing a sort of a childrens book but based on a song my daughter and I wrote years ago. Herb Alpert, Artie Wayne, Jerry Moss. So were all under that big umbrella, which basically implies roots-oriented music, and thats fine. While the Byrds put him in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, it was Hillman's grassroots connections that made history, according to the legend who produced his "Bidin' My Time" solo project in 2017. Hillman and this writer have crossed paths professionally a few times in the past (as noted in Part 1), and the time flew as our scheduled 10-minute interview ran longer than 20 minutes. YouTube And stay tuned for our video and podcast interview between Connie and rising rock star Malka Russell coming soon to Inkandescent Women magazine! - Fernado Fazzari, Electriciennes Because, first, we do Bob Dylans Mr. "I think that I had to go through all of those steps," said Hillman. We didn't say, 'We can't do a Christian song.' Peeples: Well, I know we gotta wrap it up, but I wanted to cover your exit from the Heathen Defense League [which also included J.D. - Jordan Chaffin, Luttrell He went on to be a Media Relations-PR executive for Capitol Records (1977-1980), Elektra/Asylum Records (1980-1983), and Rhino Entertainment (1992-1998). A lot of people dont really know a lot about those. I was making choices that contributed to my restlessness and unhappiness. Here, in Part 2, Hillman talks about his surprise at how quickly the first edition of Time Between sold out; which Byrds album is his favorite, and why; what his and his Byrds bandmates intent was for their pioneering country-rock album Sweetheart of the Rodeo in 1968; why the Desert Rose Band was the favorite of all his bands; why hes not crazy about being referred to as an architect of country-rock, and what he says to those who credit Gram Parsons with inventing the hybrid genre; his later bluegrass albums with longtime friends Larry and Tony Rice and Pedersen; why he and Pedersen have been pals and musical partners since the early 1960s; how Pedersen was the link to Tom Petty producing Hillmans acclaimed Bidin My Time album in 2017; how Petty demanded Chris record Walk Right Back (the 1961 hit by The Everly Brothers penned by Cricket Sonny Curtis); former Souther-Hillman-Furay bandmate J.D. Do you have a favorite memory from those days? Rob Gold and Janet Jackson. Peeples: Wonderful, wonderful. Twitter The Byrds classic Turn! Thanks again for the encore. Peeples: Yeah, I mean that was definitely school. I didnt expect that to happen, and its still going really well. {{classes.artistPrefix + ' ' + list.tracks[currentTrack].album_artist}}, {{list.tracks[currentTrack].track_title}}, {{list.tracks[currentTrack].album_title}}. Special thanks to Connie Pappas-Hillman and Cary Baker/Conqueroo, and to Rory Aronsky for the transcription. I used to make a joke before it was out, when I was writing it, I said, I dont know if the world needs another aging rock stars biography. Oh, no, no, Stephen there was a great line from David Byrne, Talking Heads, and he said, Any more rock autobiographies make for a crowded bookshelf. I cant remember, thats not exactly how he said it, but it was very funny. - Max Cann (North America), Suburban John And wed always sort of dabble in country stuff. Chris Hillman is a superstar who helped invent the folk-rock genre and the country-rock genre. That musical and spiritual journey is clear in Hillmans recent autobiography, Time Between, with its mix of rock lore and personal reflections. So much of that self-destructiveness, I now realize, was rooted in anger. See the About section at stephenkpeeples.com. 2023 www.knoxnews.com. June 19, 2021 at 3:09 a.m. White church, Black church, the music all came from church," said Hillman, in a recent interview. With minutes to pack, Hillman grabbed two beloved musical instruments, family photos, crucial papers, the family dog, Daisy, and Orthodox icons from a pilgrimage to Jerusalem and Mount Sinai. As well, she was Vice President of the Elton John Charitable Fund (2003-2016) and served on the board of the Elton John AIDS Foundation (1992-2003). Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. 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The Observatory Santa Ana - Constellation Room / Constellation Room / Santa Ana Observatory. - Fernado Fazzari, KASBO It was not really a band in that sense. Raga rock, I dont know where that was coming from. More posts from the EltonJohn community 35 Peeples was also SVP/New Media for Rare Cool Stuff Unltd. 'Cause I felt buried, buried alive. And I said, You know what, thats a song I wrote [with Steve Hill] and its on one of the Desert Rose Band albums, but I couldnt tell you which one it is right now. [Third album, Pages of Life, 1990.] Blues and gospel. Get the best and latest industry news, data, new artist signings, insider commentary and more, delivered right to your inbox! Hillman: And, I remember Tom sitting, telling John, he says, Hey, go for the solo. John was so used to overdubbing, and Tom says, No, no, no, just play the solo. - Lucy Atkinson, Agua Nueva Tropical Peeples: And that goes all the way back to [the Scottsville] Squirrel Barkers. Really, there was no baggage in Desert Rose Band. Did anything unexpected happen during those concerts? Hillman: So far so good, actually. [goes to take out the mandolin] Excuse my back and all that, but can you see this? A time to be born, a time to die. As songwriter multi- Instrumentalist, Chris Hillman, of the legendary Byrds, releases his new book, and shares with us why he converted to the Greek Orthodox religion. Then his father's suicide rocked their world and forced the family's move to Los Angeles. But we stayed, we worked together beyond that actual time when we retired. And I said, You know, maybe we should look at a little childrens book about that. Well see, well see what happens. Connie Hillman began her career working for Elton John's agent, Howard Rose, and was just 24 when she moved on to the recording side as Executive Vice President of The Rocket Record Company, joining John Reid (Elton's former manager). Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Chris Hillman covered a wide range of subjects in two February 2021 interviews with this writer for a feature spotlighting the singer, songwriter, and musicians celebrated autobiography, Time Between: My Life as a Byrd, Burrito Brother and Beyond.. LOS ANGELES (CelebrityAccess) After more than 40 years, music industry veteran, Connie Pappas Hillman and her company Constant Communications Corporation, have parted with the Elton John organization. I probably really lean toward Younger Than Yesterday just because thats when I started to come out of my shell, so to speak. Hillman wasnt a Christian at that time but found it natural to use religious language when asking big questions, since that was normal in bluegrass and country culture. Article Source:StephenKPeeples.com. Chris & Connie Hillman speak about their life and careers in the music industry Watch on 0 comments 100% Upvoted Log in or sign up to leave a comment Log In Sign Up Sort by: best no comments yet Be the first to share what you think! George Nikas, Renee Pappas. Most recently she served as North American tour producer (1982-2016) and that included co-production of all the Face to Face tours with Elton John and Billy Joel (1994 through 2010). Overview; Filmography; Filmography. Every time the Eagles board their private jet, Chris at least paid for the fuel..