Connie Smith Sings Bill Anderson
Connie Smith Sings Bill Anderson is the eighth studio album by American country singer Connie Smith. It was released in May 1967 by RCA Victor and featured 12 tracks. The album was dedicated to her mentor, Bill Anderson. It contained several songs made popular by Anderson himself, along with several tracks made popular by other performers. It also included the newly-recorded "Cincinnati, Ohio". Smith released her version as a single, which climbed into the top five of the American country songs charts. The album received favorable reviews following its release.
Connie Smith Sings Bill Anderson
Connie Smith is an American country music singer and songwriter. Her contralto vocals have been described by music writers as significant and influential to the women of country music. A similarity has been noted between her vocal style and the stylings of country vocalist Patsy Cline. Other performers have cited Smith as influence on their own singing styles, which has been reflected in quotes and interviews over the years.
Smith performing live at the Grand Ole Opry in 2007
Smith performing for a crowd of 5,000 people, August 1964.
Smith presenting "Instrumentalist of the Year" at the 1972 Country Music Association Awards.
Smith performing at the Grand Ole Opry with her daughter on her arm, 1974.