Porter Hall (September 19, 1888 – October 6, 1953) was an American character actor known for appearing in a number of films in the 1930s and 1940s. Possessing a weak chin and shifty eyes, Hall played movie villains or comedic incompetent characters.
Career
Born Clifford Porter Hall in Cincinnati, Ohio, he began his career touring as a stage actor with roles in productions of The Great Gatsby and Naked in 1926. Hall made his film debut in the 1931 drama Secrets of a Secretary. He made his last onscreen appearance in the 1954 film Return to Treasure Island, which was released after his death.
He was probably best remembered for three roles: a senator in Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, an atheist in Going My Way, and the nervous, ill-tempered Granville Sawyer, who administers psychological tests to Macy's employees (including Kris Kringle), in Miracle on 34th Street.
Bobbye Jean Hall Porter is an American percussionist who has recorded with a variety of rock, soul, blues and jazz artists, and has appeared on 22 songs that reached the top ten in the Billboard Hot 100, six of those reaching #1.
Early career
Bobbye Jean Hall was born in Detroit, Michigan, and began her career there playing percussion in nightclubs while still in her teens. Using bongos, congas and other percussion, she played uncredited on many Motown recordings. She lived in Europe for a few years then moved to Los Angeles where she was one of the few female session musicians in a male-dominated profession, a sometime associate of The Funk Brothers. Already a veteran player by May 1971, she added her bongo skills to Marvin Gaye's "Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler)". Her first studio gig behind a full rock drum kit was with Chris Ethridge on his album L.A. Getaway—Ethridge said "she was great".
Hall recorded several albums with Bill Withers, including his No. 1 hit "Lean On Me", and an album recorded live at Carnegie Hall. She toured with Carole King in May–June 1973 after having participated on two of King's studio albums. In May 1974, she performed again at Carnegie Hall, this time backing James Taylor, a follow-up to appearing on two of his albums. Stevie Wonder used Hall's percussion skills for a few songs in 1974 and 1976, including "Bird of Beauty" where her artful quica work established a mood of Brazil at Carnival.
Taken from the 1977 album Body Language for Lovers, released on the 20th Century Records label.
published: 21 May 2020
Bobbye Hall - Ovinu Malkaynu -1977
published: 31 Jul 2015
Bobbye Hall - Leo De Virgo (Jazz) (Funk) (1977)
Taken from the 1977 album Body Language for Lovers, released on the 20th Century Records label.
published: 09 May 2020
Bobbye Hall Percussionist.MOV
My Mom performing at Career Day at Encore High School of Performing Arts in Hesperia, CA
published: 26 Apr 2012
Bobbye Hall - Ovinu Malkaynu (Jazz) (Funk) (1977)
Taken from the 1977 album Body Language for Lovers, released on the 20th Century Records label.
published: 09 May 2020
Bobbye Hall -- Copula
Track 3 "Copula" from the 1977 album 'Body Language for Lovers' by percussionist Bobbye Hall. Produced by her husband, Joe Porter.
*Arranger, keyboards: Andy Belling
*Drum kit: James Gadson
*Bass: Chuck Rainey, Tim Barr
*Guitars: Ben Benay
*Featured percussion: Bobbye Hall
*Additional percussion: Tommy Vic, Andy Belling, Joe Porter
*Woodwinds: Buddy Collette
*Horns: Judd Miller
*Background vocals: Becky Louis, Sherlie Matthews, Myrna Matthews, Gwen Edwards, Andy Belling
published: 27 Nov 2021
Bobbye Hall percussion overdubs for Good Shive Low at Rancho Mirage Music People
Ms. Bobbye Hall, multi-platinum record session percussionist records overdubs for Good Shive Low's smash debut album, Melophobaphobia. Bobbye pictured here with studio owner, "brother," Leon Becken.
published: 03 Jul 2012
Bobbye Hall - Peace Of Mind
Peace Of Mind - Bobbye Hall.
De l'album Body Language For Lovers. 1977.
20th Century-Fox Record Corporation.
Visuels de: 'Bara no Hana to Joe' (The Rose and Joe) - Sanrio & Takashi Yanase, 1977.
Video par Aaron V.
published: 12 Dec 2023
Bobbye Hall / Copula
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Track 3 "Copula" from the 1977 album 'Body Language for Lovers' by percussionist Bobbye Hall. Produced by her husband, Joe Porter.
*Arranger, keyboards: Andy Be...
Track 3 "Copula" from the 1977 album 'Body Language for Lovers' by percussionist Bobbye Hall. Produced by her husband, Joe Porter.
*Arranger, keyboards: Andy Belling
*Drum kit: James Gadson
*Bass: Chuck Rainey, Tim Barr
*Guitars: Ben Benay
*Featured percussion: Bobbye Hall
*Additional percussion: Tommy Vic, Andy Belling, Joe Porter
*Woodwinds: Buddy Collette
*Horns: Judd Miller
*Background vocals: Becky Louis, Sherlie Matthews, Myrna Matthews, Gwen Edwards, Andy Belling
Track 3 "Copula" from the 1977 album 'Body Language for Lovers' by percussionist Bobbye Hall. Produced by her husband, Joe Porter.
*Arranger, keyboards: Andy Belling
*Drum kit: James Gadson
*Bass: Chuck Rainey, Tim Barr
*Guitars: Ben Benay
*Featured percussion: Bobbye Hall
*Additional percussion: Tommy Vic, Andy Belling, Joe Porter
*Woodwinds: Buddy Collette
*Horns: Judd Miller
*Background vocals: Becky Louis, Sherlie Matthews, Myrna Matthews, Gwen Edwards, Andy Belling
Ms. Bobbye Hall, multi-platinum record session percussionist records overdubs for Good Shive Low's smash debut album, Melophobaphobia. Bobbye pictured here wi...
Ms. Bobbye Hall, multi-platinum record session percussionist records overdubs for Good Shive Low's smash debut album, Melophobaphobia. Bobbye pictured here with studio owner, "brother," Leon Becken.
Ms. Bobbye Hall, multi-platinum record session percussionist records overdubs for Good Shive Low's smash debut album, Melophobaphobia. Bobbye pictured here with studio owner, "brother," Leon Becken.
Peace Of Mind - Bobbye Hall.
De l'album Body Language For Lovers. 1977.
20th Century-Fox Record Corporation.
Visuels de: 'Bara no Hana to Joe' (The Rose and ...
Peace Of Mind - Bobbye Hall.
De l'album Body Language For Lovers. 1977.
20th Century-Fox Record Corporation.
Visuels de: 'Bara no Hana to Joe' (The Rose and Joe) - Sanrio & Takashi Yanase, 1977.
Video par Aaron V.
Peace Of Mind - Bobbye Hall.
De l'album Body Language For Lovers. 1977.
20th Century-Fox Record Corporation.
Visuels de: 'Bara no Hana to Joe' (The Rose and Joe) - Sanrio & Takashi Yanase, 1977.
Video par Aaron V.
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Vinyle Archéologie is the definitive pick and shovel mecca for crate diggers. This is a living aural museum where lost, rare, vintage, obscure, hidden, forgotten and unknown music is shared and showcased for listeners. Hope what is heard will be something new, familiar or enjoyed. Please support the artists and groups, singers and musicians who made this music possible for listening. Buy their music with gratitude. Should any music played here violate copyright ownership or wishes of the original creators: Songs will be removed by request with ease and respect. This channel is not monetized nor does Vinyle Archéologie profit from the sharing of music showcased. Other than by listeners freely, kindly and simply listening. Feel free to reach out to [email protected] with any questions, concerns etc. Thanks for listening. Vinyle Archéologie, 2009–2024
Track 3 "Copula" from the 1977 album 'Body Language for Lovers' by percussionist Bobbye Hall. Produced by her husband, Joe Porter.
*Arranger, keyboards: Andy Belling
*Drum kit: James Gadson
*Bass: Chuck Rainey, Tim Barr
*Guitars: Ben Benay
*Featured percussion: Bobbye Hall
*Additional percussion: Tommy Vic, Andy Belling, Joe Porter
*Woodwinds: Buddy Collette
*Horns: Judd Miller
*Background vocals: Becky Louis, Sherlie Matthews, Myrna Matthews, Gwen Edwards, Andy Belling
Ms. Bobbye Hall, multi-platinum record session percussionist records overdubs for Good Shive Low's smash debut album, Melophobaphobia. Bobbye pictured here with studio owner, "brother," Leon Becken.
Peace Of Mind - Bobbye Hall.
De l'album Body Language For Lovers. 1977.
20th Century-Fox Record Corporation.
Visuels de: 'Bara no Hana to Joe' (The Rose and Joe) - Sanrio & Takashi Yanase, 1977.
Video par Aaron V.
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Vinyle Archéologie is the definitive pick and shovel mecca for crate diggers. This is a living aural museum where lost, rare, vintage, obscure, hidden, forgotten and unknown music is shared and showcased for listeners. Hope what is heard will be something new, familiar or enjoyed. Please support the artists and groups, singers and musicians who made this music possible for listening. Buy their music with gratitude. Should any music played here violate copyright ownership or wishes of the original creators: Songs will be removed by request with ease and respect. This channel is not monetized nor does Vinyle Archéologie profit from the sharing of music showcased. Other than by listeners freely, kindly and simply listening. Feel free to reach out to [email protected] with any questions, concerns etc. Thanks for listening. Vinyle Archéologie, 2009–2024
Porter Hall (September 19, 1888 – October 6, 1953) was an American character actor known for appearing in a number of films in the 1930s and 1940s. Possessing a weak chin and shifty eyes, Hall played movie villains or comedic incompetent characters.
Career
Born Clifford Porter Hall in Cincinnati, Ohio, he began his career touring as a stage actor with roles in productions of The Great Gatsby and Naked in 1926. Hall made his film debut in the 1931 drama Secrets of a Secretary. He made his last onscreen appearance in the 1954 film Return to Treasure Island, which was released after his death.
He was probably best remembered for three roles: a senator in Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, an atheist in Going My Way, and the nervous, ill-tempered Granville Sawyer, who administers psychological tests to Macy's employees (including Kris Kringle), in Miracle on 34th Street.