Bryan Ferry, CBE (born 26 September 1945) is an English singer, songwriter and musician born in Washington, Tyne and Wear. His vocal style has been described as an "elegant, seductive croon". He also established a distinctive image and sartorial style; according to The Independent, in common with his contemporary David Bowie, he influenced a generation with both his music and his appearance.
"These Foolish Things (Remind Me of You)" is a standard with lyrics by Eric Maschwitz and music by Jack Strachey, both Englishmen. Harry Link, an American, sometimes appears as a co-writer; his input is probably limited to an alternative "middle eight" (bridge) which many performers prefer.
It is one of a group of "Mayfair songs", like "A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square". Maschwitz wrote the song under his pen name, Holt Marvell, for Joan Carr for a late-evening revue broadcast by the BBC. The copyright was lodged in 1936. Maschwitz was romantically linked to the Chinese-American actress Anna May Wong while working in Hollywood, and the lyrics are evocative of his longing for her after they parted and he returned to England.
Billie Holiday's rendering of the song with Teddy Wilson's orchestra was a favourite of Philip Larkin's, who said of it: "I have always thought the words were a little pseudo-poetic, but Billie sings them with such passionate conviction that I think they really become poetry." Holiday's cover of the song peaked to No. 5 on the Billboard Pop Songs chart.
These Foolish Things is the debut solo studio album by Bryan Ferry, who at the time was still Roxy Music's lead vocalist. The album was released in October 1973 on Virgin Records, it was a commercial and critical success, peaking at number 5 on the albums chart in the United Kingdom. The album is considered to be a departure from Roxy Music's sound, because it consists entirely of cover versions, mainly of standard songs. The album achieved Gold status by the BPI in the United Kingdom in May 1974
Most of the tracks on the album were personal favorites of Ferry's, and spanned several decades from 1930's standards such as the title track through 1950's Elvis Presley to Bob Dylan and the Rolling Stones.
Rhapsody praised the album, calling it one of their favorite cover albums.
Composition
When Ferry was asked about the album, he said "It's a very catholic selection, I've given up trying to please all of the people all of the time. Some will like it for one reason, some for another. And some will presumably dislike it for the wrong reasons though I hope the general point of it will be understood. Its amusement value. I think,".
The band took their name from 1 Corinthians 1:27–29 "God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise".
The band won the coveted Music in the Rockies competition for unknown Christian artists in 2000.
They had been putting out demo CDs and EPs for many years when they released a much anticipated full-length album titled Let's Not Forget the Story on July 18, 2006.
Farewell Tour– May 2008
After 10 years of working together, during their tour, they announced that they would be disbanding.
Upon releasing their second full-length album in early 2008, the band played their last show in Denver on May 15, 2008 at the Gothic Theatre.
American Idol
Mark Labriola, the groups lead singer, made an appearance on Fox's American Idol in 2010. He was dismissed in the coveted "Hollywood Week."
Music video by Bryan Ferry performing These Foolish Things.
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More Than This - The Best Of Bryan Ferry And Roxy Music
℗ 1973 Virgin Records Limited
Released on: 1995-01-01
Producer, Associated Performer, Voice: Bryan Ferry
Associated Performer, Baritone Saxophone, Alto Saxophone, Horn Arranger: Roger Ball
Associated Performer, Violin, Keyboards, Synthesizer: Eddie Jobson
Associated Performer, Tenor Saxophone: Malcolm Duncan
Associated Performer, Piano: David Skinner
Associated Performer, Trumpet: Henry Lowther
Producer, Studio Personnel, Engineer: John Punter
Associated Performer, Guitar, Bass ( Vocal), Producer: John Porter
Studio Personnel, Engineer: Steve Nye
Associated Performer, Drums: Paul Thompson
Associated Performer, Background Vocalis...
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Bryan Ferry These Foolish Things— — ,
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{These Foolish Things} Bryan FERRY
{These Foolish Things} Bryan Ferry.
Mr. Ferry is a great british singer, not only the leading vocal voice of Roxy Music, but also known for his great performances that bring new taste to old songs.
He is loved here in the U.K.
I hope he will be titled Sir.
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More Than This - The Best Of Bryan Ferry And Roxy Music
℗ 1973 Virgin ...
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These Foolish Things (Edit) · Bryan Ferry
More Than This - The Best Of Bryan Ferry And Roxy Music
℗ 1973 Virgin Records Limited
Released on: 1995-01-01
Producer, Associated Performer, Voice: Bryan Ferry
Associated Performer, Baritone Saxophone, Alto Saxophone, Horn Arranger: Roger Ball
Associated Performer, Violin, Keyboards, Synthesizer: Eddie Jobson
Associated Performer, Tenor Saxophone: Malcolm Duncan
Associated Performer, Piano: David Skinner
Associated Performer, Trumpet: Henry Lowther
Producer, Studio Personnel, Engineer: John Punter
Associated Performer, Guitar, Bass ( Vocal), Producer: John Porter
Studio Personnel, Engineer: Steve Nye
Associated Performer, Drums: Paul Thompson
Associated Performer, Background Vocalist: The Angelettes
Studio Personnel, Asst. Recording Engineer: Andy Arthurs
Composer Lyricist: Jack Strachey
Composer Lyricist: Eric Maschwitz
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These Foolish Things (Edit) · Bryan Ferry
More Than This - The Best Of Bryan Ferry And Roxy Music
℗ 1973 Virgin Records Limited
Released on: 1995-01-01
Producer, Associated Performer, Voice: Bryan Ferry
Associated Performer, Baritone Saxophone, Alto Saxophone, Horn Arranger: Roger Ball
Associated Performer, Violin, Keyboards, Synthesizer: Eddie Jobson
Associated Performer, Tenor Saxophone: Malcolm Duncan
Associated Performer, Piano: David Skinner
Associated Performer, Trumpet: Henry Lowther
Producer, Studio Personnel, Engineer: John Punter
Associated Performer, Guitar, Bass ( Vocal), Producer: John Porter
Studio Personnel, Engineer: Steve Nye
Associated Performer, Drums: Paul Thompson
Associated Performer, Background Vocalist: The Angelettes
Studio Personnel, Asst. Recording Engineer: Andy Arthurs
Composer Lyricist: Jack Strachey
Composer Lyricist: Eric Maschwitz
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{These Foolish Things} Bryan Ferry.
Mr. Ferry is a great british singer, not only the leading vocal voice of Roxy Music, but also known for his great perfor...
{These Foolish Things} Bryan Ferry.
Mr. Ferry is a great british singer, not only the leading vocal voice of Roxy Music, but also known for his great performances that bring new taste to old songs.
He is loved here in the U.K.
I hope he will be titled Sir.
{These Foolish Things} Bryan Ferry.
Mr. Ferry is a great british singer, not only the leading vocal voice of Roxy Music, but also known for his great performances that bring new taste to old songs.
He is loved here in the U.K.
I hope he will be titled Sir.
All rights belong to their respective owners. Digitally remastered and AI Full HD 1080 Upscaled.
Follow Bryan Ferry https://bryanferry.com/
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These Foolish Things by Bryan Ferry. Taken from the new album 'Live at the Royal Albert Hall 1974'. Out now: https://bryanferry.lnk.to/liveID
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These Foolish Things (Edit) · Bryan Ferry
More Than This - The Best Of Bryan Ferry And Roxy Music
℗ 1973 Virgin Records Limited
Released on: 1995-01-01
Producer, Associated Performer, Voice: Bryan Ferry
Associated Performer, Baritone Saxophone, Alto Saxophone, Horn Arranger: Roger Ball
Associated Performer, Violin, Keyboards, Synthesizer: Eddie Jobson
Associated Performer, Tenor Saxophone: Malcolm Duncan
Associated Performer, Piano: David Skinner
Associated Performer, Trumpet: Henry Lowther
Producer, Studio Personnel, Engineer: John Punter
Associated Performer, Guitar, Bass ( Vocal), Producer: John Porter
Studio Personnel, Engineer: Steve Nye
Associated Performer, Drums: Paul Thompson
Associated Performer, Background Vocalist: The Angelettes
Studio Personnel, Asst. Recording Engineer: Andy Arthurs
Composer Lyricist: Jack Strachey
Composer Lyricist: Eric Maschwitz
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{These Foolish Things} Bryan Ferry.
Mr. Ferry is a great british singer, not only the leading vocal voice of Roxy Music, but also known for his great performances that bring new taste to old songs.
He is loved here in the U.K.
I hope he will be titled Sir.
Bryan Ferry, CBE (born 26 September 1945) is an English singer, songwriter and musician born in Washington, Tyne and Wear. His vocal style has been described as an "elegant, seductive croon". He also established a distinctive image and sartorial style; according to The Independent, in common with his contemporary David Bowie, he influenced a generation with both his music and his appearance.
(brown / zackery) River of salt Falling from my eyes It seems a though I can't realise My love has gone She has left this town River of salt Keeps flowing down Day turns to night Still tears fall Since we're apart They won't stop at all River of salt Your tears won't end Will I see My love again? Will I see My love again?