Well try to make the most of it here. After first becoming an evangelical, Hillman joined his wife in Orthodox Christianity in 1997. He was a key player on Hillman's "Bidin' My Time," and joined Hillman, Pedersen, and Jorgensen to play a packed-to-the-rafters, call-the-Fire-Marshall show at the Troubadour on October 23, 2017, a bittersweet affair celebrating the album's as well as paying tribute to Petty, who had died on October 2. Love to you and the family. Hillman: I was overwhelmed. Thats where Hillmans emerging bluegrass skills led to an unlikely audition, at age 19, with the folk group that became the Byrds. Their dad was great, too. After becoming an evangelical, Hillman joined his wife in Orthodox Christianity in 1997. Peeples: Well, thats my favorite album also, and for the same reasons and a lot more. All rights reserved. "I think that I had to go through all of those steps," said Hillman. So far so good. Connie says shell be working with her husband, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, Chris Hillman. Booking. Credit Connie Pappas Hillman / TOM LOUNGES with CHRIS HILLMAN and HERB PEDERSEN backstage in late 2019 at Acorn Theatre in Three Oaks, MI. Peeples: Im gonna jump back a little bit. Did you face unexpected challenges? After becoming an evangelical, Hillman joined his wife in Orthodox Christianity in 1997. [A little more] Anyway, thats it. Scroll down for our email interview with Connie where where well discuss these 8 questions and talk about so much more! Tambourine Man the Byrds, folk-rock. How did Connie meet the marvelous Elton John? Hillman: Well, were both extremely sarcastic wiseguys, California wiseguys; hes a Northern Californian and Im a Southern. George Nikas, Renee Pappas. Misc. Connie Pappas-hillman . 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. 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). There was the old, If only I hadnt done that or I hadnt have done this, one time Yes, but I think God put me in each of those places, and each time, I had to learn and to move forward so I could get to where I am now.. 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. Connie Pappas Hillman (worked for Elton), Elton John, and Glenn Frey Elton John, Connie Pappas Hillman (worked for Elton), and Glenn Frey Newspaper ad and concert poster Day on the Green Eagles concert 1975 Newspaper ad in the San Francisco Examiner (San Francisco, CA) - June 15, 1975 1975 "Day on the Green" schedule, per Wikipedia No, OK. [continues playing] Sounds good, doesnt it? [continues] Its out of tune, though. November 29, 2020 {{classes.artistPrefix + ' ' + list.tracks[currentTrack].album_artist}}, {{list.tracks[currentTrack].track_title}}, {{list.tracks[currentTrack].album_title}}. Sarah McMullen, Elton John, Connie Pappas Hillman. - Clemence Renaut, Susan Tedeschi How did you get into the music business at such a young age? A time to laugh, a time to weep.". Tell us about your talk, and how we can listen! How is it that you blend so well musically and as people? Hillman: Oh, yeah! Hillman: [laughs his loudest] Oh, gosh, J.D. What critics failed to realize, said Byrds co-founder Chris Hillman, was that covering the Pete Seeger classic was a logical move for musicians steeped in American roots music. Chris also helped lead The Flying Burrito Brothers, Manassas, the Desert Rose Band and many other professional musical groups. 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. By the late '70s, he notes in the book: "I couldn't outrun or bury my own pain. Hillman grew up near San Diego in an interfaith home -- Jewish and Presbyterian -- in which strong values were important, but not organized religion. A lot of people dont really know a lot about those. 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. "Where did all of our music come from? 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. Songs about struggle, glory, sacrifice and faith were common in early '60s folk concerts. Chris Hillman is a superstar who helped invent the folk-rock genre and the country-rock genre. Hillman grew up near San Diego in an interfaith home Jewish and Presbyterian in which strong values were important, but not organized religion. 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. The Byrds classic Turn! The late Tom Petty said: "Chris was a true innovator -- the man who invented country rock. - Stacey Queffert, DJ Shadow Where did all of our music come from? Hillmanwasn't 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. Shes been your rock, basically, for the last 40-something years. Peeples: Yeah, I mean that was definitely school. Autographed copies are available at chrishillman.com. Connies been just terrific in my life. Hillmanalso met music-business professional Connie Pappas, who he married in 1979. You guys were justit all came together nicely there and it was definitely your coming-out party, if you will. A time to plant, a time to reap. I've lived a very full life, and God has blessed me abundantly." At times, Hillman's childhood reads like unpublished Steinbeck stories. | 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. He has been married to Connie Pappas since 1979. 2023 Inkandescent Inc. Inkandescent PR + Publishing Co., www.Inkandescent.us. Constance Hillman 's birthday is 08/19/1948 and is 74 years old. That's whereHillman's emerging bluegrass skills led to an unlikely audition, at age 19, with a folk group that became the Byrds. 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. Obviously not literal, I mean figuratively, there was no baggage. She will also continue at the helm of Constant Communications Corp., the company she founded in 1982 as the production enterprise for all of Elton John's North American tours. Hillman: OK, I loved the first one because some of the songs just really grabbed me, some of Genes songs. A time to plant, a time to reap. He was the mandolin player. How did you meet Chris Hillman? The first edition earned kudos from critics and fans alike and quickly sold out, prompting BMG to publish a second edition on February 23, 2021. Eventually, Hillman's demons attacked his life and music. 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. Hes very levelheaded and theyre both just wonderful guys. - Max Cann (North America), University A time to laugh, a time to weep.. But, both of those guys, theyre terrific producers, theyre sweet guys, yeah. Hillman's musical roots became more obvious as the Byrds ventured into what many started calling "country rock," especially with the landmark "Sweetheart of the Rodeo" album in 1968. Previous Next Check out all of Connie Pappas-Hillman's production credits. The Byrds' classic "Turn! So what came along, of course, 30 years later was Americana. After becoming an evangelical, Hillman joined his wife in Orthodox Christianity in 1997. "Time Between" opens with a scene connecting these themes, when their California home was threatened by a 2017 brush fire. I probably really lean toward Younger Than Yesterday just because thats when I started to come out of my shell, so to speak. I was making choices that contributed to my restlessness and unhappiness. All rights reserved. Eventually, Hillman's demons attacked his life and music. Finally, in a brief coda, Hillman talks about possibly making another record and working in a childrens book, and displays the 1924 Gibson F-5 Lloyd Loar mandolin Stephen Stills gave to him at the start of the Manassas sessions in late 1971. I was not embracing Jesus Christ at that moment [as were Perkins and Furay], but that was such a funny line, but yes I, a few years later, did embrace Christ in my life and never looked back, but I can still laugh at that. Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium. Hillman also met music-business professional Connie Pappas, who he married in 1979. Now, do you know that Howard was in Vietnam? Chris Hillman Time Between Autobiography Q&A, Part 2, 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, Chris Hillman Time Between Autobiography Q&A, Pt. He is a senior fellow at the Overby Center at the University of Mississippi. 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. And I still find myself asking why.". - Ben Collins, Michael Tyler By the late '70s, he notes in the book:"I couldn't outrun or bury my own pain. SDA Foundation / San Dieguito Alumni Association, the video of the induction ceremony is here, SDA Foundation / San Dieguito Alumni Association. The book sold out, the first edition sold out, and fast. We didn't say, 'We can't do a Christian song.'". 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. 2023 www.timesrecordnews.com. ". Every time the Eagles board their private jet, Chris at least paid for the fuel.. "With the Byrds, we went right to that well. His Grammy nomination was for co-producing the Monterey International Pop Festivalbox set with Geoff Gans and exec producer Lou Adler (Rhino/MIPF, 1992). And then we did something else and it was jazz-rock, Eight Miles High.. After becoming an evangelical, Hillman joined his wife in Orthodox Christianity in 1997. Im goin, Uh-oh, and I hit some note and hes right there for me. Rob Gold and Janet Jackson. Turn! When typing in this field, a list of search results will appear and be automatically updated as you type. semi-retired music publicist Connie Pappas Hillman. Email TERRY MATTINGLY 'Cause I felt buried, buried alive. Copyright 2022 CelebrityAccess. They are so good. 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 We were a little, clumsily started out because as we say, we came out of folk music, but it wasnt a big stretch to plug in in that sense. "There was the old, 'If only I hadn't done that or I hadn't have done this, one time ' Yes, but I think God put me in each of those places, and each time, I had to learn and to move forward so I could get to where I am now.". It was not really a band in that sense. Every time the Eagles board their private jet, Chris at least paid for the fuel.". Turn! In fact, it was shaped, too. Want to contact Connie Pappas Hillman? Seems like everybody's got an answer and nobody's got a plan. After becoming an evangelical, Hillman joined his wife in Orthodox Christianity in 1997. For starters, the lyrics came from theBook of Ecclesiastes, noting "there is a season, and a time for every purpose, under Heaven. I got the most interesting phone call yesterday. Sinai. Peeples: Nooh, yes, yes, yes. Find your friends on Facebook. 'Cause I felt buried, buried alive. - Fernado Fazzari, Electriciennes Constant Communication has provided production for all of Elton's North American tours. A time to plant, a time to reap. John Jorgenson played a fantastic solo on that song. Family (1) Spouse Connie Pappas (1979 - present) (2 children) Trade Mark (2) - Max Cann (North America), Suburban John In subsequent years, she served as North American his tour producer (1982-2016), which included co-production of the Face to Face tours with Elton John and Billy Joel (1994-2010). 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. I sent them a book, cause Im very close with her husband Cactus. The late Tom Petty said: "Chris was a true innovator the man who invented country rock. 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.. Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use. More posts from the EltonJohn community 35 Bluegrass, country and gospel themes played a larger role as Hillman began writing songs for the Byrds and his later bands. Log In. After becoming an evangelical,Hillman joined his wife in Orthodox Christianity in 1997. We cut Porter Wagoners Satisfied Mind, big hit for him in the late 50s, and we cut it on the second album in 1965. Hillman: So far so good, actually. Raga rock was interesting loved that one. See Photos. Hes so tight with her that it makes her sound a lot better. He is a senior fellow at the Overby Center at the University of Mississippi. And I still find myself asking why.". [goes to take out the mandolin] Excuse my back and all that, but can you see this? - Lucy Atkinson, Meg10 Hillman also met music-business professional Connie Pappas, whom he married in 1979. Go. White church, black church, the music all came from church," saidHillman, in a recent interview. Between liaising with the British wing of Eltons management company, her company became the production enterprise for all of Elton Johns North American tours. 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. That's where Hillman's emerging bluegrass skills led to an unlikely audition, at age 19, with the folk group that became the Byrds. 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Constant Communication has provided production for all of Elton's North American tours. Staff Me Up is the #1 site for industry networking and up-to-date credit information. She really has been. Bluegrass, country and gospel themes played a larger role as Hillman began writing songs for the Byrds and his later bands. For the past thirteen years, 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). After becoming an evangelical, Hillman joined his wife in Orthodox Christianity in 1997. Bar None Music, INCConnie Pappas Hillman[emailprotected], Skyline Music866/531-2172[emailprotected]www.skylineonline.com. His first music industry gig was as an Associate Editor atCash Box magazine in Hollywood in 1975. She was also the VP of the Elton John Charitable Fund (2003-2016) and served on the board of the Elton John AIDS Foundation (1993-2003). June 19, 2021 at 3:09 a.m. She was appointed Vice President of Rocket Music publishing company and Vice President of Poptropolis Enterprises, overseeing television development for The Hudson Brothers. Id love to see that. DESERT ROSE BAND is a registered trademark of Christopher Hillman. Every time the Eagles board their private jet, Chris at least paid for the fuel.". That musical and spiritual journey is clear inHillman's recent autobiography, "Time Between," with its mix of rock lore and personal reflections. Its just really sweet that she picked up on that. We stayed within that premise. or. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Peeples: Chris, thanks again. Connie Pappas Hillman ConniePH.constantcomm@gmail.com. While the Byrds put him in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, it was Hillmans grassroots connections that made history, according to the legend who produced his Bidin My Time solo project in 2017. 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. Log In. I talked to [producers] Ron and Howard [Albert] a couple of days ago and I said, When are you guys gonna write your book? They said, Were waiting for you!. You said you had it by your feet: Whip out the mando that Stephen [Stills] gave you. Eventually, Hillmans demons attacked his life and music. Hillman published his memoir, "Time Between," through BMG Books on November 17, 2020, with a second printing quickly following in early 2021. . Do you have a favorite memory from those days? Skyline Music 866/531-2172 info@skylineonline.com www.skylineonline.com. Turn!" Between liaising with the British wing of Elton's management company, her company became the production enterprise for all of Elton John's North American tours. The Golden State Boys lineup was Hal and Leon Poindexter, Don Parmley, Herb Rice, and Harry Kniss in 1962 when they recorded Always Dreaming b/w Wicked Woman for the Shamrock label. YouTube Category:News and Reviews Then his father's suicide rocked their world and forced the family's move to Los Angeles. She will also be continuing the development of her collegiate lecture series with emphasis on women in todays music industry. He is a senior fellow at the Overby Center at the University of Mississippi. Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Subject. Copyright 2023, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Inc. Copyright 2005-2023 Ancient Faith Ministries, Inc.All Rights Reserved. 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. 1 on the Billboard charts in 1965. Because, first, we do Bob Dylans Mr. So there you go. Then, in 1982, Connie Hillman formed her own US-based company, Constant Communications Corporation. Peeples: Were in Santa Clarita, just due east on the 126. Peeples: But then, you know, later on, what do you say to people who say Gram Parsons [who Hillman recruited for The Byrds in April 1968 before both co-founded the Flying Burrito Brothersthat December] invented country-rock? White church, Black church, the music all came from church, said Hillman in a recent interview. We wrote this song called Lullaby Time in the Desert, and it was on an album on Sugar Hill; it was Daddies Sing Good Night or something, and there was Jerry Douglas on it and Ricky Skaggs, all these people. Subscribe to Peeples YouTube channelfor more exclusive behind-the-scenes interviews. After becoming an evangelical, Hillman joined his wife in Orthodox Christianity in 1997. "I think that I had to go through all of those steps," saidHillman. Blues and Gospel. Steve [Duncan, DRB drummer] lives across the country, but we all work together when possible; not necessarily as the Desert Rose Band, but as musicians. Bluegrass, country and gospel themes played a larger role as Hillman began writing songs for the Byrds and his later bands. The company continues to be active as she diversifies her business activities. Peeples: Good morning, young fella; how are you? She has, Stephen. Thank you. Peeples: One last thing: Can you please do me a favor? ", In one 1977 song, "Clear Sailin'," he sang: "Yes, I've turned my back on you Jesus, and I hope you understand. That was really cool. Blues and gospel. Article: Chris Hillman Time Between Autobiography Q&A, Part 2 A time to be born, a time to die. But Tom was the producer. A time to kill, a time to heal. Backing Hillman, Pedersen, and Jorgenson will be bassist Mark Fain, a seven-time Grammy winner whos toured and/or recorded with Jack Black, James Cotton, Joe Diffie, John Fogerty, Bruce Hornsby, Alan Jackson, Loretta Lynn, Martina McBride, John Oates, Joan Osborne, Dolly Parton, Ricky Skaggs, Jesse Winchester, Mac Wiseman, and Lee Ann Womack. He graciously offered to set up an encore video chat, and we spoke again two days later, on February 25. We dated for a couple of years, I proposed, and we were married and its going on 42 years. Seems like everybody's got an answer and nobody's got a plan. Terry Mattingly leads GetReligion.org and lives in Oak Ridge, Tenn. . She was later appointed Executive VP of John Reid Enterprises, co-managing Elton John, Bernie Taupin, Queen, Kiki Dee and Carole Bayer Sager. Herb Alpert, Artie Wayne, Jerry Moss. Bluegrass, country and Gospel themes played a larger role asHillmanbegan writing songs for the Byrds and his later bands. 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). Thats how you learn how to do your job. didn't sound like anything on the radio when it hit No. Well, you know, she works quite well with [book publicist] Cary Baker, I must say. or. Get concert tickets, news and more! Here she comes again, a ballad made famous by rock legend Chris Hillman, could be the theme song for his wife of morethan50 years music exec ConniePappasHillman. I love that year, 67. Read More Two Rooms: Tribute to Elton John & Bernie Taupin (1991) Acknowledgment Biography. And she calls me up out of the blue and she says, I gotta tell you that this line, Ill love you till time passes me by, which I wrote to Connie in the beginning of the bookand she almost started crying. Staff Writers. 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. Souther and the Heathen Defense League, and Hillmans embrace of Christianity; and how marrying one Connie Pappas in 1979 changed his life for the better, then and since (shes seen at the very beginning of the Part 1 video). And then Vern Gosdin took Herbs job, he went to guitar, and they hired me. I mean, they were pretty good albums. Of course, he doesnt mean it. A time to laugh, a time to weep.". Ive got 10 minutes, right? And Martys band, I mean, my God, theyre good. That's where Hillman's emerging bluegrass skills led to an unlikely audition, at age 19, with the folk group that became the Byrds. But she works well with everyone. Its great stuff. Sign Up. Hillman: It was. 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. Peeples: OK, sounds good. 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. Everybody play. It worked out great. Email Newsletter, Terms of Use Privacy Policy Permissions Content Disclaimer. Turn! was the title of the album. Peeples: Wonderful, wonderful. Turn! What do you think about that? - Fernado Fazzari, Sol Franci At 24, she moved to the recording side as Executive VP of the Rocket Record Company, joining John Reid, Eltons former manager. Terry Mattingly leads GetReligion.org and lives in Oak Ridge, Tenn. A time to kill, a time to heal. Turn! Interview with Connie Pappas and Chris Hillman youtube.com/watch?. 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. But the vocals, he just has that beautiful tenor. A time to be born, a time to die. Hillman: Youre welcome, Stephen, always a pleasure, and I wish you the best of luck, and let me know what happens on that Howard and Ronnie deal. Time Between" opens with a scene connecting these themes, when their California home was threatened by a 2017 brush fire. Hillman: Oh, I just sort of remind people that a) I came out of a real traditional place of bluegrass. 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. 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