Elvis loved Timi. Many times he would see her show after he was done with his show at the International Hotel/casino, now renamed the Westgate. He had a private table reserved at the Stardust, where he would watch her show.
what an awesome upload! Clips of Timi Yuro are few and hard to find. At this time, Timi was riding high with an LP entitled "Soul" with a lot of standards directed to the "middle of the road" crowd (MANY of which are sitting right here in this audience) while at the same time riding high with her classic pop records appealing to the younger crowd. One of the most versatile performers ever...and what a BOOMING voice!
I've seen this before but never knew it was on Sullivan or that Frank recommended her. I guess they knew a little bit about the business but why was she kept so secret for so long? I knew who she was but thought i was alone in love for so long, thanks much for sharing such great tunes.j
Wonderful footage! Broadcast live from the Stardust nightclub in Las Vegas, this episode featured the first of two appearances by Timi on the Ed Sullivan show. She is best-known for her Top 10 hit from 1961, "Hurt". "Let Me Call you Sweetheart" was her latest single at the time of this broadcast, a remake of a song which was originally a big success in 1911. Also, today is my grandfather's 92nd birthday, and I was hoping you might post "Beyond the Sea" by operatic tenor James Melton from a 1951 episode today, as he has always wanted to see that footage. He bought the record when it came out, but did not own a television set. He even named his son after James Melton! I realize that you schedule your clips in advance though, but it would be wonderful if you could post it someday.
I had to listen to this twice. She puts a different spin on the song, vocally and musically,, as opposed to the Bing Crosby and Patti Page versions. She has that big voice! Thank you for always sharing! Happy Birthday to your grandfather! 🎈 I've been thinking of him as each day passes by. Beautiful story... hope you both have a blessed day! 😊
Tom Smith -- Thanks for the info on Timi and this episode. And a Happy Birthday to your grandfather. If my dad was still with us, he would have turned 98 today.
Too bad they couldn't come up with better material for Timi Yuro. Her "What's A Matter Baby", produced by Phil Spector when Clyde Otis left Liberty Records, is powerful, even today. Diminutive frame, big voice, reminiscent of Dinah Washington.
Timi was the best but Radio did not think so BBC here in UK will not play her track I have only heard one that is the northen soul track. But with new Radio station call Boom and they have played few tracks I'm big fan of Timi I have most of here Recordings and 10 45rpm & EPs on my jukebox by her
The folks at IMDb make no mention of Timi Yuro appearing on the January 14, 1962, episode of "The Ed Sullivan Show." They list 14 acts, but not Ms. Yuro.
